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How Do You House Train A Puppy?

Potential dog owners are often put off by the thought of house-training a new puppy, but if you stick to some tested and proven principles, it can be achieved relatively quickly. Be patient. For the first six months, just like human…

Top tips for vaccinating your pet

  We tend to think only of humans where vaccines are concerned, assuming that pets are able to fight off any disease they may encounter. However, this is not actually the case, and there are various illnesses which could prove to be…

Are You A Responsible Pet Owner?

For many people a pet is an important part of the family. While owning a pet can be extremely rewarding, it is important to remember that pet ownership is also a huge responsibility. Owning a pet is a privilege. Dogs are unmatched in their…

Why Owning A Pet Is Good For You

Humans have kept animals as pets for thousands of years. While they provide unconditional love and companionship, there are also other, perhaps less obvious benefits to having a pet. They lower your stress After spending as little as 15…

Caring For Your Ageing Pet

As pet owners, caring for an aging or sick pet is a necessary part of the role. Keeping our pets happy and comfortable as they age is a big responsibility. Cats and small dogs are generally considered old at the age of 7. Larger breed dogs…

Could your cat kill you?

In the USA, someone commits suicide every 14 minutes. Risk factors for people taking their own lives include a diagnosed psychiatric disorder (90 percent of all deaths) or a recent bereavement, but in many cases there can be little warning…