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Common terrier breed traits
Terrier breeds are known for being small and plucky characters. They may be little, but they have a lot of personality! If you’re thinking of rehoming a terrier breed, here are some common breed traits you should be aware of.
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Is this cat really lost? What to do if you think you’ve found a stray cat.
Think you’ve found a stray cat? They may just be an outdoor pet who loves to wander! Here are some tips to help you tell if the cat is really lost.
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Breed traits of Lurchers and Sighthounds
We’ve known a lot of lovely lurchers over the years. They’re gentle dogs who’re known for being loyal, loving and quite stubborn when they want to be!
Read on for some of the personality traits that you might expect if you rehome a lurcher.
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3 Signs that your cat is hiding pain
Cats are adept at hiding their pain. This may have once helped them to avoid predators in the wild, but now mostly it just makes it hard to know when to call the vet.
Here are 3 signs your cat might be hiding pain.
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Breed traits of bulldogs
Bulldogs may have a reputation for looking tough, but they are big softies who make loyal and friendly companions with the right training and socialisation.
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How to do a weekly cat health MOT
Cats are experts at hiding their pain so it’s extra important as a cat owner to be aware of any potentially serious illnesses or injuries. Our Cat First Aid Trainer, Carla, shares a weekly cat health check that you can run through to catch any issues before they become serious.
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Because they don't really have nine lives. Sign up for our Cat First Aid Course
Cats with their curious natures are often getting themselves into scrapes. Knowing how to treat common bumps and illnesses can help aid successful recovery and even be the difference between life and death for your feline friend. Our Cat First Aid course can help.
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What type of dog harness is best for my pup?
We only want the best for our four-legged friends, but it can be hard to know what that is! Here are our dog trainers’ recommendations for the best dog harnesses.
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Affordable pet care: How to avoid having to give up your pet
Rising costs have made it harder and harder to care for our pets as we would like to. Here are some tips to help keep pet care as affordable as possible.
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