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Experts reveal dangers in the garden and safe alternatives for your...
The garden is a great place for pets and owners alike to relax and exercise – however, research shows around 7.8 million dogs in the UK could be exposed to poisonous garden plants.
To protect all pets from potential hazards lurking in gardens, TrustedHousesitters has worked with expert vet Dr Lily Richards...
A guide to holidaying with your dog
As a nation of dog lovers, many pet owners can’t bear to be apart from their beloved companions and so take them on holiday.
Around 67% of UK dog owners have revealed that they plan to holiday with their dog this year, with more than half (60%) even planning their...
Getting to know…..
Paul Manktelow BVMS, MSc DMS, MRCVS- Resident celebrity TV vet for ITV’s ‘This Morning’ programme.
Paul has been a practicing veterinary surgeon for over 13 years and currently looks after PDSA operations in 17 Pet Hospitals in the South of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Paul has a wealth of...
Is the Gtech AirRam K9 the cat’s whiskers?
The new Gtech AirRam K9 claims to be ideal for homes with pets, so as a cat owner, I was excited to get my hands on the new model from the Gtech range.
Pet owners will understand the need for constant vacuuming to remove excess fur, especially during this time...
How to dose and administer capsules and tablets to cats or...
Many pet owners find it a challenge to dose and administer capsules and tablets to cats or dogs. It can be a struggle as pets can be very susceptible to anything out of the ordinary in their food.
Pets may need to take capsules or tablets regularly due to health...
Advice from the expert: Dental problems in small animals
By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut
Many of our small mammal pets can suffer with painful and potentially life threatening dental problems.
Rabbits and rodents (including guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and degus) have very different teeth to ours. We have a set of ‘baby’ teeth which are replaced by adult teeth that...
Getting to know…
Hannah Capon MA Vet MB MRCVS, Founder of Canine Arthritis Management (CAM)
Hannah has been a qualified first opinion small animal vet for 15 years. She is the founder of CAM, which started off as a small one-on-one vet with owner external service in 2013. She had noted that there...
A guide to understanding skin health
Skin disorders are one of the most common health problems in pets and can be caused by a number of different factors. As well as being stressful for your pet, seeing your beloved companion uncomfortable and in pain from a skin condition can be stressful for the owner too.
Many...
Preparing for a new puppy
Getting a new puppy can be an exciting time in any home, but is also a huge responsibility. You have to make sure that you have the time and money to dedicate to your new pet.
Puppies can be excitable and full on additions to your home and training your...
Top tips for pet owners at Easter
Easter can be a fun and exciting time for many when we can enjoy a nice break and some much-needed downtime with our pets.
Whether you’re enjoying nice long walks with your dog or tucking into your favourite chocolate egg, as a pet owner it’s important to remember the hazards...
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