How to get plaque off dogs teeth
Dog articles, Pet health articles, Pet oral health, Teeth & gum health, Top tips for pet healthKnowing how to get plaque of dogs teeth can help you as an owner to maintain your pet's oral health and reduce problems.
Plaque, tartar and gum inflammation are very common in pets and among the most frequent concerns seen by vets. Maintaining…
How to calm a scared cat
Cat articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthA scared cat is often hard to spot as cats are notoriously independent and it can be difficult to tell that something is wrong with them.
Depending on their environment cats can become scared or fearful due to a number of reasons. If you have…
Top tips to help maintain healthy teeth and gums in pets
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Pet oral health, Teeth & gum health, Top tips for pet healthMaintaining healthy teeth and gums in pets is key to help with their overall general health.
Healthy teeth and gums in pets is important as poor dental care doesn’t just affect your pet’s mouth, the bacteria generated by gum disease could…
Puppy separation anxiety
Dog articles, For puppies, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthPuppy separation anxiety can develop because your new pet gets used to having you around and they develop a bond. Many puppies can get separation anxiety because they don’t fully understand why you leave them.
To help prevent puppy separation…
Dogs with dry skin
Dog articles, Itching & scratching, Pet health articles, Sensitive skin, Skin & coat health articles, Top tips for pet healthIf you have a dog with dry skin, there could be many reasons for this. As a pet owner it’s never nice to see your dog suffering.
Dry skin can be easier to spot on dogs with short hair compared to longer coated dogs. If you part the coat…
Top tips to maintain kidney health in pets
Cat articles, Dog articles, Kidney health, Pet health articles, Renal health supplements, Top tips for pet healthMaintaining good kidney health in pets is vital for their general health and wellbeing, especially as they get older.
Kidney health in pets is known to decline with age, and this can be associated with a decrease in renal Omega-3s and an increase…
How to help a scared dog
Dog articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthIf you have a scared dog, it’s important to understand what is causing that fear.
As their owner you will become used to their behaviour and any changes that occur in certain situations. Dogs are naturally curious and are usually happy and…
Reduce cat separation anxiety when lockdown ends
Cat articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthAlthough they often seem independent, cat separation anxiety is cause for concern for many owners, especially following lockdowns.
During the COVID-19 crisis, pet owners have spent lots of time with their feline friends, which can lead of the…
How to reduce stress for pets during lockdown
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthIt is important to reduce stress for pets during lockdown, as they can become anxious with changes to routines and more people in the home.
Increased stress for your pet can lead to changes in behaviour and can cause worry and stress for owners.…
Top tips for healthy liver in dogs and cats
Cat articles, Dog articles, Liver health, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthMaintaining good liver health is vital for an animal’s general health, we share some top tips for healthy liver in dogs and cats.
The liver plays an important role in the body and has a wide variety of functions, including filtering the blood…
Top tips for taking your dog on holiday
Dog articles, Pet health articles, Seasonal articles, Summer, Top tips for pet healthTaking your dog on holiday is a common occurrence for many owners who don't like to leave their beloved companion at the kennels.
If you are thinking about taking your dog on holiday, there are many places that now allow our four legged friends…
Top tips for pet owners during summer
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Seasonal articles, Summer, Top tips for pet healthWe share some top tips for pet owners during summer to help keep pets safe and healthy during a rise in temperatures.
Summer can be an exciting time as it can mean more time spent outdoors, enjoying the occasional hot days. Our top tips for…
Top tips to keep rabbits and small furries calm
Pet health articles, Small furries articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthIt's important in some situations to keep rabbits and small furries calm, as smaller pets can be nervous during vet visits and car trips.
There may be certain situations where you need to keep rabbits and small furries calm, which include fireworks,…
Top tips to reduce stress for a kennel or cattery visit
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthPlacing your pet in a kennel or cattery for a few days can be a stressful experience. If your pet suffers from separation anxiety or is easily anxious, it can be an unpleasant experience and could also lead to stress for the pet owner.
There…
Top tips to keep pets calm during fireworks
Autumn, Bonfire Night, Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Seasonal articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthMany pet owners aim to keep pets calm during fireworks, as it can be a stressful time for my pets and owners alike.
When fireworks are let off sporadically, stress and anxiety becomes common amongst dogs and cats. This can continue from October…
Top tips to keep horses calm during fireworks
Autumn, Bonfire Night, Horse articles, Pet health articles, Seasonal articles, Stress & anxiety articles, Top tips for pet healthThe fireworks season can be stressful for horses and their owners. It's important to keep horses calm during fireworks, as they can be startled by the loud noises.
Bear in mind that fireworks can continue until the New Year, which can also make…
Why brain training for dogs?
Dog articles, Pet health articles, Pet training articles, Top tips for pet healthBrain training for dogs is important to maintain healthy cognitive function, as well as keeping your pet physically fit. It is especially important if you have a confused dog who is in need of extra help
It’s not only young dogs that may need…
Do you have an itchy dog?
Dog articles, Pet health articles, Skin & coat health articles, Top tips for pet healthItchy skin on dogs is a common reason for owners to visit the vets. It could be stressful to see your dog uncomfortable and constantly itching, which can be more prevalent in summer months, or during the warmer weather.
If you find yourself…
How to administer capsules and tablets to your cat or dog
Cat articles, Dog articles, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthTrying to administer capsules and tablets to your cat or dog can be a challenge and many pet owners struggle with this.
If you have to administer capsules of tablets to your cat or dog regularly due to health issues, and this can become very…
Top tips for exercising your cat
Cat articles, Joint care, Pet health articles, Top tips for pet healthExercising your cat is important to ensure they have an active and healthy life. Cats can be very independent and not as easy to exercise as a dog.
Exercising your cat will not only help to prevent weight gain, it can also reduce stress.…