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Here you’ll find our latest blog posts on all things cats and dogs. Feel free to have a look around and share with your friends and family
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Every cat parent knows the rush to butter a slice of bread before their furry friend glides onto the kitchen worktop to share their tasty snack. What’s yours is mine is often a pet’s motto regarding food. You may be happy to break bread with them – but should you? Can cats eat bread? And do cats like bread? Indeed, many do. Small amounts of it, when baked, are generally OK for them to eat in moderation. But nibbling on an unbaked loaf can be...
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It can be quite distressing to witness fighting fur-balls go at each other hell for leather without any intention of backing down. The hissing, screeching, growling and guttural meowing can often send shudders down the spine. And this behaviour – which is often a territorial dispute – is an irrefutable sign that their interaction is no longer a conversation, it's a full on kitty conflict. Felines are fond of their own space, they're possessive creatures and often very...
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Cats are renowned for being the kings and queens of cleanliness. They are the demigods of grace, decorum and good grooming within the animal kingdom. They'll spend most of their day pampering themselves so that they continue to look prim and proper. So when imperfections appear, and our kitties don't seem capable of controlling their demise, then it might be time for an intervention. Any sign of dandruff (dry, flaky skin), especially a large amount, is usually a sign that your...
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If you’re heading off on the trip of a lifetime, you don’t want to leave your best friend behind. And you don’t have to. Because from Europe to Oceania and everywhere in between, there are fabulous feline and canine friendly hotels. And we’re going to take you on a whistle-stop tour of them. First stop, Down Under. At The Langham Sydney you can enjoy spectacular city or bay views, with your furry friend by your side. As well boasting a pool, a spa, tennis courts a hot tub and more...
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Happy New Year, to people and pets, we hope you have a fantastic 2019. No doubt you’ve made some resolutions, some of you may have already broken them. But if Dry January or Run Every Day weren’t enough to capture your imagination, maybe it’s because they lack a vital ingredient – your four-legged friend. How much more fun would getting healthy be, if you could take your cat or dog along for the ride. Well… you can. Obviously, you could do something as simple as jog with...
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If we didn’t already know it, Andy Williams confirmed that Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year. And what a time for a walk. With family and friends all together, ‘tis the season to wrap up, welly up and take your four-legged friends out for a stroll. Wherever you are in the UK there’s sure to be a good spot for a wander, not too far away. London boasts a few famous parks in and around the centre, but if you want your walk to be epic, then it’s got to be Epping...
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Bringing a furry friend to work, not only adds a bit of cuteness to your day, it can also be calming and morale boosting for staff and make everyone more productive to boot! As well as being beneficial in an office environment, pets can be especially important to those who work alone. If, for example, you’re a landscape gardener or remote freelancer they can help you feel less isolated, and be a welcome distraction. We can all be guilty of getting our heads...
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The old age, you are what you eat, is as true for dogs and cats as it is for us humans. And we’re not just talking about physical health. What goes in their bowl affects their behaviour too. Trainability Even the sweetest, most good-natured pups and kitties can be a pain to train. But there’s a super simple way you can make them more responsive to your efforts. Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) is a fatty acid that’s added to certain puppy and kitten foods and...
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Meet Ralph! Ralph is an 11 week old Cavapoo puppy. In his first week with us he has certainly made an impression and it is hard to think of our family without him already! This blog will follow Ralph as he grows, documenting every major milestone along the way! From toilet training to food transitioning, we will share our tips with you and our in-house vet, Leticia, will give her FREE advice We look forward to sharing our journey with...
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There is now extensive research into the positive health benefits of owning a cat or dog. It shows that living with a pet has real health benefits for you and your family. From lower blood pressure to lessening anxiety. They can boost our immunity. They may even help your social life! Here's some examples of how cats and dogs can bring a smile to your day. More Exercise - Being outside You can't help but smile when you're kicking up the autumn leaves.Whether it's a walk in th elocal...
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Just like humans, cats (and dogs) are what they eat. Their diet can directly influence their levels of health and vitality. Food is fuel yes, but it’s also vitally important to overall well-being and there are some things that cats must have in their daily regime. Amino acids are essential nutrients that all mammals need for life in general. Some of these can be created in the body whilst others must be synthesised from the animal protein found in food. These are known as essential...
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Hug Your Cat Day is one of those pleasingly straightforward holidays that encourages cat lovers everywhere to grab their feline friends and give them a squeeze, however the moggy devotees among us will not need encouragement to do this, but it is always good to be given a gentle reminder where our feline friends are concerned. There is one clear downside to Hug Your Cat Day, what if you don’t have a cat we hear you say. Well fear not, this day can simply be turned into ‘Hug Someone...
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