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Shine a red light on wellness all year round

Harnessing the power of light energy to promote wellness may not be new, but it’s experiencing a resurgence, not only in practice, but as a tool designed for use at home. Championed by animal physiotherapists, massage practitioners, wellness experts, and increasingly by vets and vet nurses. It is a non-invasive...
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Life with your new puppy

Getting a new puppy can be a full-time commitment and one that needs careful consideration and research. It’s important to understand what kind of dog will fit into your lifestyle and if you can dedicate enough time to looking after your new pet. Dogs are for life, with the average...
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A guide to winter hazards for pets

Winter can impact a pet’s health in several ways. Despite their fur, cats, dogs and even small furries can feel the cold just as much as we do. As temperatures drop it’s important to understand the impact these hazards can have on your four-legged friends health to ensure they remain...
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Tips to keep pets safe during Christmas

The festive season is an exciting time and one that many pet owners love to share with their four-legged friends. However, Christmas can also bring some challenges for many pet owners with many hazards around the home and during the big day itself. To help pet owners during the festive...
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Review – Republic of Cats monthly food service

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...
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Cat Grass: A treat for your cat and your houseplants

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...
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9 most effective ways to get rid of fleas in your...

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...
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Preparing for winter with pets

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...
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Advice from the expert: Rats – Care and housing

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Rats are highly intelligent animals that, despite their reputation for being dirty and ugly due to their bald tails, are clean and sociable animals that can make wonderful pets. They do have some specific care needs which must be taken into account when being cared for....
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A guide to dental health in pets

Just like humans, it’s important to keep your pet’s teeth and gums healthy. By the age of three, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats have developed some form of gum disease. Poor dental care doesn’t just affect your pet’s mouth, the bacteria generated by gum disease could eventually enter...
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Top tips to help calm pets during the fireworks

At this time of year, many pets can become stressed and anxious when fireworks are let off sporadically. Unfortunately, this can last from October to the New Year and can be a stressful time for pet owners as well as their beloved four-legged friends. For pets that are affected by...
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Shine a red light on wellness all year round

Harnessing the power of light energy to promote wellness may not be new, but it’s experiencing a resurgence, not only in practice, but as...

PDSA – Why pets eat the strangest things

From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers – our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What...

Top tips for pet owners during summer

During summer months we love nothing more than spending our time outdoors with pets. With warmer weather and longer days, it’s the best time to...

Vet shares symptoms of condition dogs can pass to humans

With approximately 13.5 million dogs as pets in the UK, many pet owners may not know of some conditions that their dog can pass to them...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs...

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may not be aware that dogs can suffer from hay fever too. As a result, Pooch & Mutt’s in house Veterinary Surgeon, Dr Linda Simon, shares vital advice...