Cat & Dog Tips

It can be a cause for concern bringing a new kitten home and introducing them to a resident cat, although cats get a reputation for living solitary lives, domestic cats are social, and they can enjoy other feline company. But it is important you make the introductions slowly and give it some thought, once an adult cat takes a dislike...

Many dog owners will know the feeling of every step being closely monitored by their loving and observant dog! They might follow you room to room, you may find yourself constantly tripping over them, you might find the behaviour incredibly endearing or you might not like such clingy behaviour. ‘Velcro dog’ is the term given to dogs that like to...

Cats can make the purrfect stress reliever, studies have shown that owning a cat makes you happier and healthier. In these times of political and civil unrest, we need all the help we can get from our furry friends! 1.     Petting a cat is scientifically proven to release stress-reducing hormones which lower our blood pressure and anxiety levels...

Is your dog a messy eater or drinker? Do they chase their bowl around the room in the exuberance of eating? Feeding time can be a hassle if you have a big clean job on your hands at every mealtime.  Follow these tips for messy dog eaters: 1.     Always create a calming routine for dinner time. Any excitement...

Celebrities are obsessed with dogs, and rightly so! One of the things we have loved to see over the UK lockdown is celebrity Instagram feeds filling up with their pet dogs! But which of the dog breeds do our celeb friends go for? Kate Middleton and Prince William own a gorgeous English Cocker Spaniel called Lupo, its thought the prince...

In the wild cats will practise hunting and get plenty of exercise. Because cats now live in our homes play is especially important to keep them healthy. Cats still have an extraordinarily strong hunting instinct even though we are now their main source of food. I’m sure most cat owners have been woken up at 2 am in the morning...

Dogs can make a wonderful addition to your childhood and for the majority of dog owners, they probably grew up with a dog themselves and remember the wonderful memories. Dogs can be great companions and they can also encourage children to develop compassion, understanding and respect for living things. But it is important to remember dogs are a different species...

June the 1st is international children’s day, a day used to draw attention to children's rights and wellbeing, and other events involving or dedicated to children. We think every child should be able to experience the joy of animals, growing up with a pet or at least having the chance to experience the joy of animals enriches childhood. Here are...

You might be tempted to jump in the car and drive to your favourite beauty spot, but caution is still advised even though lockdown restrictions are being relaxed. It is worthwhile remembering that many places might not be operational as staff are still of work, the coast guard has warned people more than 240 beaches normally patrolled by the Royal...

Dogs may have been a man’s best friend, but cats seem to make the purrfect choice to! According to science men who own a cat are more attractive to women! If you want to encourage a ‘swipe-right’ on your online dating profile include your cat in your profile picture! Dating experts have confirmed that these animal-centric photos on dating profiles...