This time of the year is filled with great excuses to get together with your family and friends, but it's also a time that many pet owners dread. Between now and the new year, fireworks get increasingly common, and they can cause many pets to become anxious, stressed and scared – with the RSPCA receiving 436 calls relating to fireworks between October and November just last year. Here's some advice on how you can make your pat feel more comfortable.

we asked our followers "If your pet was on a dating website, what photo will be their profile picture". The responses we got were fantastic.

The winners from our Playful Pups Photo Competition are now up! Congratulation to all the lucky winners.

Horse and cat lovers alike are welcome to visit the charity's stand to learn more about the environmentally-friendly vermin control offered by feral cats when homed at stables, smallholdings and farms.

It can be incredibly confusing to choose a food for your pet. There are so many brands, all making different claims, and there is constant debate between veterinary professionals as to what types of food are most beneficial. We are going to take a look at the pros and cons of the three main diet types; wet, dry and raw, and try and clear up some of that confusion for you.

In this blog we look at grooming and bathing, how to get your dog or puppy used to grooming, what you should be doing as part of your regular routine, how to bath your dog, and basic care requirements for the main coat types.

Separation anxiety explained – what is it, how can you prevent it and how can you help manage dogs that are already suffering from it.

Here we look at what you should be looking for when choosing a puppy class, and what to avoid. A good puppy class will help you to build your relationship with your dog, understand how he or she learns, and help you to teach some basic manners.