Pet Care

“PET INSURANCE GIVES PEACE OF MIND” WHAT IS PET INSURANCE? Pet insurance helps towards the cost of having your cat treated by a vet should they become ill or get injured depending on the cover you choose. You might also be covered if your cat dies or is lost or stolen. WHAT TYPES OF PET INSURANCE ARE THERE? Lifetime coverThese policies give you cover for illnesses and injuries. Your cat is covered up to a set amount each year for as long as the insurance remains in force. Some policies will also specify a set amount to be paid for...

SYMPTOMS If your dog has itchy skin, they’ll no doubt be scratching constantly - having a good itch around the ears, rattling the tag on their collars, leaving clumps of hair all over the place and generally being quite restless. The scratching might be annoying for you, but very annoying and distressing for them. It’s also a clear sign to take your dog to the vet for a health check. SIGNS TO LOOK OUT FOR: Itching – your dog may rub along the furniture or the floor to try and get relief from their itch Scratching – your dog might...

YOUR KITTEN’S NEEDS Kittens need to be fed a complete diet that has been specially formulated for growth, so it’s important to choose a diet that is labeled as being ‘for kittens’. As well as what you are feeding your kitten, you also need to consider how much to feed your kitten every day, to help them maintain a healthy weight. Weigh your kitten regularly to make sure they are putting on weight gradually, and in a controlled manner. From weaning, kittens will still need several small meals throughout the day, as they have smaller stomachs and higher metabolism than...

SYMPTOMS There are a wide range of signs that can indicate your dog may have a sensitive tummy. They may have a changeable appetite, weight loss, loose stools, wind, or they may regurgitate their food after they have eaten. Always take your dog to the vets for a check up if you notice any of these symptoms as there may be a medical problem causing them that needs treatment. If your vet rules out any medical cause for the symptoms, they may tell you that your dog has a sensitive digestion and advise on a particular type of diet. CAUSES...

WHY IS IT A PROBLEM FOR DOGS TO BE OVERWEIGHT? It’s important to prevent your dog gaining too much weight because obesity puts dogs at increased risk of developing a wide range of health problems including heart disease, respiratory problems, joint disease, and metabolic problems such as diabetes. Overweight dogs pose a greater risk for anaesthetic and surgical complications when having operations. HOW TO SPOT IF YOUR DOG IS OVERWEIGHT One of the key signs of obesity would be if you can’t feel your dog’s ribs or spine easily when you run your hand down their side or along their...