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News

Is pet insurance worth it?

Find out why pet insurance is worth it to cover the cost of vet bills over your pet’s lifetime, plus how to pick the best type of insurance for your pet.

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Dogs | News

Dog beach sickness virus: What to do if you’re affected

There’s a mystery dog sickness bug that started on the beach but is now spreading inland. Dr Scott Miller is here to explain what we know so far about the virus and gives advice on how to protect your pup.

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Dogs

How to help your dog lose weight and get fit

If you’re guilty of over-indulging your dog to the point of being overweight, you’re not alone. Take a read of our guide to help your dog beat the bulge.

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Dogs

How to lead train a puppy

Get the know-hows on lead training your puppy thanks to expert advice from dog behaviourist Philippa Short.

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Dogs

What are the first three things to train my puppy?

If the idea of starting to train your new pup is daunting, you’re in luck! Dog behaviourist Philippa Short gives her expertise on the first three things to train your puppy.

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Cats | Dogs

How to protect your pet from common winter illnesses

Want to keep your pet happy and healthy during the cold season? Learn about some of the common winter illnesses for cats and dogs, plus how to help protect them from getting ill.

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Cats

Keeping cats safe and warm in cold weather

You may not be able to stop your cat from embracing winter adventures, but there are ways to help keep them safe and warm. Check out our cold weather care tips for your feline.

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Dogs

Your cold weather dog walking tips

We’ve teamed up with dog behaviourist expert Philippa Short to help you prepare for wintry adventures with your pooch. Check out her cold weather dog walking tips.

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Cats

How to keep your cat safe at Christmas

From ways to cat-proof your tree to which foods could be toxic, learn how to keep your cat safe at Christmas with these handy tips.

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Dogs

How to celebrate a dog-friendly Christmas

With all the excitement (and sometimes chaos) of the festive season, it’s important to make sure your top dog stays safe. Join us as we look at ways to celebrate a dog-friendly Christmas.