Hairballs are created when a cat grooms him or herself and ingests a large quantity of hair. This hair does not pass easily through the gastrointestinal tract and stomach and … [Read more...]
Keeping Indoor Cats Happy
With cat owners increasingly advised to keep their cats inside, both for the welfare of wildlife and the cats themselves, many cats nowadays are confined in flats or houses. The … [Read more...]
Is Your House Pet-Safe?
Young puppies and kittens can be very mischievous and inquisitive. Before you bring home your new pet you should make sure your house is as safe as possible. Here are ten tips … [Read more...]
Cat Spraying and Elimination Problems
Whoops! Is your cat doing 'nasties' everywhere in the house except in its litter tray? House-soiling behaviour, or inappropriate elimination, can have many causes. Thankfully, … [Read more...]
Ringworm Disease In Pets
It's wonderful sharing your life with a pet, but not so good when the pet shares diseases with you. Ringworm is the 'social butterfly' of pet diseases and is quite happy to flit … [Read more...]
Why You Need To Worm Your Cat
Intestinal worms are highly infectious and are picked up by your cat from the ground, through the skin or via a kitten’s mother. Once infected, your cat’s health will be affected … [Read more...]
Heartworm Disease and Its Prevention
Heartworm disease is a silent killer of dogs and cats. It's a slow, insidious disease that gradually incapacitates pets. By the time you notice the telltale signs of the disease, … [Read more...]
Spring Care for Pets
Spring has sprung and now is the time to groom your pet to remove the remains of its winter coat! You should also watch for the hundreds of fleas and ticks that are organising … [Read more...]
Ten Top Tips for Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth
Toothbrushing is an important part of your pet's dental care. Here are ten tips to help you get started. Start toothbrushing as early in life as you can. It is easiest to teach … [Read more...]
Dental Disease: Does Your Pet Have Bad Breath?
Dental disease is one of the most common problems affecting pets today, with four out of every five dogs and cats over the age of three years affected, the problem worsening with … [Read more...]
