Regardless of where you live, all pets are susceptible to picking up fleas. Without regular flea treatment for your dog or cat, a single flea can very quickly turn into an infestation. In order to effectively protect your pet and home, it’s crucial to understand the flea life cycle. Fleas have four life stages where Read More
How to Get Rid of Fleas
On February 22, 2024
For all cat and dog owners, the prospect of dealing with fleas is an unpleasant one. But our pets can pick up these pesky parasites from all sorts of places, whether that be from parks, gardens, boarding kennels, vet visits and other homes. This means that no matter how clean your house is, you could Read More
Hyperthyroidism in Cats
On February 6, 2024
Hyperthyroidism is one of the most commonly diagnosed conditions in senior cats. It’s caused by an over-active thyroid gland and can result in a range of symptoms, which we’ll explore in this blog. There are various treatments available to help cats with hyperthyroidism, and in most cases the treatment is successful. This blog will look Read More
Kidney Disease in Cats: How to Spot and Treat it
On February 5, 2024
Luckily for us, most cats enjoy a long and happy life, with some cats reaching the age of 20 years old – and some living even longer! Unfortunately, as with humans, a cat’s senior years can often be affected by health issues. Among middle-aged and senior cats, a common condition is kidney disease. There are Read More
How Many Pouches Should I Feed My Kitten?
On February 1, 2024
Having a new kitten at home is exciting, but there’s also a lot to think about. One of the most commonly asked questions by new kitten owners is ‘How many pouches should I feed my kitten?’ Feeding your young cat the right amount of food is essential to making sure they grow and develop as Read More
Lymphoma in Cats
On January 30, 2024
As cats get older, they are more likely to be affected by certain types of cancer. Lymphoma is one of the most common forms of cancer in cats, most often seen in middle-aged and senior cats. Unlike some forms of cancer, feline lymphoma is equally likely to affect male and female cats of all breeds. Read More
Looking After a Senior Cat: Top Tips
On January 30, 2024
Luckily for us, pet cats are living much longer today than they have in the past, thanks to better nutrition and healthcare. While this means more happy years of companionship, it’s important to be aware that as your cat reaches their senior years, their bodies and behaviour change. The way they are looked after needs Read More
Senior Cat Food Guide
On January 30, 2024
It’s not uncommon for cats to live well into their 20s these days, thanks to improved veterinary care, lifestyles and nutrition. However, old age does make cats more susceptible to health issues, with the most common causes of non-accidental death in cats being cancer, kidney disease, and heart disease. However, feeding your senior cat the Read More
Royal Canin Discounts at Animed Direct
On January 19, 2024
At Animed Direct, we run regular offers on Royal Canin products to help you save on your pet care. Check to see what Royal Canin discounts are running this month. You can also browse all Royal Canin diets on our website. Who are Royal Canin? Royal Canin offers tailored nutrition to meet your pet’s every Read More
Lifestage Nutrition: The Best Food for Kittens, Adult and Senior Cats
On January 18, 2024
Cats can live for up to 20 years, some even longer! So it goes without saying that their bodies will change a lot during that time. Over the span of their lifetime, a cat’s energy levels will vary, their digestive abilities may decline and the type of nutrients they require will change. Lifestage nutrition is Read More