TV presenter and naturalist Chris Packham is urging pet owners to take part in this year's Blue Cross Medal, which celebrates the important role pets play in our lives, from life-saving search and rescue dogs, to caring companion cats.
Posted on October 19, 2016
Sam Gosheron
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This time of 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 New Years, fireworks get increasingly common, and they can cause many pets to become anxious, stressed and scared. Although the RSPCA has backed a fireworks campaign to restrict the private use of fireworks to four days of the year, for now they can be used any time of the year.
Our blog looks at the ways the RSPCA has advised you can help your pet this winter.
Posted on October 18, 2016
Jessica Barratt
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Several cases of a mysterious illness that can affect dogs of all shapes and sizes have been reported in the last month. The affects of the illness - known as Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI) - can take affect quickly and can be fatal if left untreated. It’s important that dog owners are aware of the signs so they can seek treatment immediately.
Posted on October 11, 2016
Jessica Barratt
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The Whippet Hotel & Whippet Snippets Beach Walk - We recently took a trip to West Wittering beach in West Sussex to find out more about this gathering of pointy snoots!
Posted on October 07, 2016
Sam Gosheron
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It's almost Halloween, that magical time of year where you can leave the house looking pretty scary and it's actively encouraged. If you're thinking about getting something for your pet to celebrate but don't want to commit to a proper costume, there are a few subtler options available. (We've also got a few Halloween themed items for humans too)
Posted on October 07, 2016
Jessica Barratt
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If you’re looking for a new pet bed, there are so many choices available you might be wondering which one is best for your dog. We look at the different types of pet bed available so you can buy a new bed in confidence.
Posted on September 30, 2016
Jessica Barratt
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There seems to be a sudden shift between summer and autumn in the UK, and it usually only takes an afternoon for us to be ushered from one season to the next. Autumn is one of my favourite seasons for a few reasons: Falling leaves, beautiful colours, cosy scarves… but there is something special about being a pet owner at this time of year. I thought I’d share a few of my favourite perks of being a dog owner in autumn.
Posted on September 23, 2016
Jessica Barratt
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Team GB is returning home victorious after spectacular success at the Olympics, and in the two weeks we saw many new records set. Speaking of record breakers, pets have their own records to break. Last week we covered canines and this week we’re looking at some of the weird and wonderful records set by cats.
Posted on August 25, 2016
Sam Gosheron
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