Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to cats and dogs!

Is it safe for cats to climb up high?

Is it safe for cats to climb up high?

19th September, 2019

Anybody’s who’s owned a cat knows that they have a habit of finding the highest part of the house: on top of the refrigerator or door are both quite common, whilst some pet owners will purchase a cat tree to indulge their pet’s fondness for heights....

How do I know if my dog has arthritis?

How do I know if my dog has arthritis?

19th September, 2019

Is your four-legged friend struggling to get down from the sofa? Perhaps they don’t run to greet you as you open the front door anymore? Your dog could be suffering from arthritis, which causes inflammation of the joints and limits their mobility....

Fewer pets are having vaccinations

Fewer pets are having vaccinations

11th September, 2019

Over 7 million pets in the UK are at risk of suffering and disease through lack of vaccination, according to the latest PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report....

Why do cats like high places?

Why do cats like high places?

9th September, 2019

Are you being driven up the wall by your cat’s love for climbing your curtains? Puzzled about your pussycat’s perch on top of your wardrobe?...

7 ways to exercise your dog in the winter

7 ways to exercise your dog in the winter

9th September, 2019

As dog owners, we know it’s our responsibility to walk our pooches come rain or shine, but there are some days in winter when other forms of exercise come in handy....

No such thing as 'crazy cat lady', study finds

No such thing as 'crazy cat lady', study finds

4th September, 2019

Cat owners are no more ‘crazy’ than anyone else and there is no evidence to support the ‘crazy cat lady’ stereotype, researchers have found....

Why is petting a dog therapeutic?

Why is petting a dog therapeutic?

4th September, 2019

Tough week at work? Lying awake worrying at night? Stressed about upcoming exams? Then get a dog!...

The differences and similarities between cats and dogs

The differences and similarities between cats and dogs

4th September, 2019

Are you a dog or a cat person? No points for guessing, this probably isn’t the first time you’ve been asked to ponder such a decision. With so many differences in their personalities, behaviour and individual requirements, dogs and cats come with quite a few differences....

Vets warn of toxic algae risk to dogs

Vets warn of toxic algae risk to dogs

21st August, 2019

Vets are warning dog owners to be on the alert for potentially toxic blue-green algae when walking their dogs close to affected water bodies....