Adding in supplements to your pet’s diet can be a great way to help maintain their healthy skin and coat. Some skin supplements for dogs and cats might aim to reduce moulting, while others might help maintain a glossy coat, or relieve itchy skin. In this blog, we’ll discuss some of the key ingredients inside Read More
Why is my Cat Over-grooming?
On August 22, 2024
While it’s perfectly normal for your cat to groom themselves throughout the day, sometimes it can become excessive. If your cat is over-grooming themselves, it could be a symptom of underlying problems or medical issues. In this blog, we’ll explore what those might be, and how to stop your cat over-grooming. Signs of Over-grooming in Read More
Cat Pregnancy and Giving Birth: What to Expect
On July 2, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker Is your cat giving birth for the first time? If so, you may be feeling a little anxious about what to expect, and how you can make sure everything goes well. Fortunately, most cats will give birth smoothly without any Read More
How to Prevent Hairballs in Cats Naturally
On June 18, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker Hairballs are a natural occurrence, but they’re not always pleasant! Understandably, many owners are keen to reduce or prevent hairballs in their cat, particularly if their cat tends to get a lot of them. Long-haired breeds often cough up hairballs Read More
Causes of Foul-smelling Faeces in Kittens
On June 17, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker While your cat’s mess is never going to smell pleasant exactly, a healthy stool should only have a mild odour. It’s not normal for kitten poo to smell really bad! Foul-smelling faeces in kittens can be caused by a range Read More
Best Sensitive Stomach Cat Food and Settling an Upset Tummy
On June 4, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker Most cats will experience an upset tummy at some point, especially if they have access to the outdoors. Curious cats will often eat things they come across, which may not agree with them. If you suspect that your cat may Read More
Common Eye Problems in Cats and Dogs
On May 9, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker Cats and dogs can suffer from a wide range of eye problems, from conditions like dry eye, cataracts and cherry eye, to infections and ulcers. The eyes are a very sensitive part of the body, so problems can cause severe Read More
Common Ear Problems in Cats and Dogs
On May 7, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker A wide range of conditions can cause pain and discomfort in our pets’ ears, from allergies and injuries to ear mites and infection. It’s really important to take your cat or dog to the vet as soon as possible if Read More
Seizures and Epilepsy in Dogs and Cats
On May 6, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker Also known as a fit or convulsion, a seizure is a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain that causes uncontrolled body movements. Epilepsy is the term for repeated episodes of seizures. In dogs, most seizures cause full-body convulsions, Read More
11 Top Tips for How to Keep Cats Cool in Summer
On April 30, 2024
The information in this article was reviewed and approved by registered veterinary nurse, Beth Walker Cats were domesticated from desert species, and this ancestry means most cats enjoy the sunshine and heat. They are usually good at knowing if they are getting too hot and will take measures on their own to avoid overheating, such Read More