The gut is inhabited by billions of microbes (microflora). These bacteria have a fundamental impact on the physiology and wellbeing of your pet. The benefits of a healthy microflora are not just limited to digestion. Your pet’s gut can’t function properly without the trillions of microbes living and working there...

Republic of Cats is a ‘revolutionary’ new cat concierge service that tailors food to your cats needs and taste preferences. To see if it holds up to the feline test – we reviewed their sample packs via Snoopy and Pippy. Our two tasters are senior cats aged 11 and 12...

Cat grass has been taking the nation by storm – but what is it, why do you need it, and what does it do for your houseplants? James Cook, Owner of Purr Paw shares more below. If you have never heard of cat grass before, we don’t blame you. It’s the...

Fleas are one of the most irritating pests to deal with - they’re stubborn, resilient and can frustratingly survive (and multiply) without a pet as a host. If you have a four-legged companion, you will likely have come across fleas - but what can you do when a common case...

Colder days are not too far away, and as a responsible pet owner it’s important to be prepared for the challenges that winter with pets can bring. Older and smaller pets can especially feel the cold more and joint stiffness can be more prominent. It may seem that pets are...

Maintaining good liver health is vital for an animal’s general health and recovery. The liver plays an important role in the body and has a wide variety of functions, including filtering the blood from the digestive tract before passing it to the rest of the body. The liver also detoxifies...

Getting a new pet is an exciting time, but it’s important as their new owner that you help to settle them into their new environment without any stress. Whether you rescue a pet or decide to get a puppy or kitten, new pets are full on additions to your home...

We all hope that our pets will have a long and healthy life. Unfortunately, like humans, some dogs and cats can experience a decline in cognitive function as they age. Dementia in pets is also known as Cognitive Dysfunction, a cognitive disorder in dogs associated with effects similar to those...

With summer behind us and the dark nights starting to creep in, autumn brings with it many challenges for pets and their owners. As well as cooler weather, autumn also sees the start of the fireworks season and Halloween, which can both prove to be stressful for many pets. It’s...

The liver is an important organ with many functions including the digestion and conversion of nutrients, the removal of toxins from the blood, and the storage of vitamins and minerals. Maintaining a healthy liver in dogs and cats is vital for an animal’s general health and recovery. The liver plays...