The first ten minutes: A calm guide to pet emergencies
When your pet suddenly collapses, struggles to breathe, or is hit by a car, the first instinct is often panic. That reaction is entirely understandable, […]
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The side of long-term pet care nobody prepares you for — vets share their insights
Pet ownership in the UK has increased by almost 20% over the past five years, yet over four in five (81%) say it’s become more […]
Be honest: which of these questions have you wanted to ask your pet?
Are you happy’, ‘do you like me’ and ‘do you talk about me to other animals’ are among the top 25 questions pet owners wish they […]
Britain’s Dog Breeds: Perceptions vs. Reality
As the UK’s leading pet insurer, Petplan has supported dog owners for decades and knows that bringing a dog home is both exciting and demanding. […]
Matchday at home is stressful for pets — here’s how to keep them safe and calm
Millions of Brits are set to turn their homes into matchday hubs this summer, with over half (51%) tuning in to support their team with friends and family at […]
Vet warning: some UK cities could be too hot to walk your dog for up to 12 hours a day
New analysis reveals the daily ‘No-walkies windows’ dog owners should avoid as temperatures climb across the UK this week. Dog owners are being warned to […]
Looking after dogs in a heatwave
With the hot weather about to start again, Pooch & Mutt’s Resident Vet Dr. Linda Simon offers some advice to dog owners on how best to care for […]
Cute But Costly? Why Letting Your Dog Sleep in Your Bed Could Be Affecting Your Health
UK dog owners are a nation of pet lovers, with almost two thirds admitting they let their dog sleep in bed with them. But this common […]
Why Dog Allergies Are Increasing — and the Five Steps Vets Say Every Owner Should Take
As spring is in full swing and dog allergy cases climb, dog owners are increasingly turning to the internet for help with managing symptoms, with over […]
The EU Pet Travel Mistakes That Could Leave Your Pet Stranded — Experts Explain
Pet owners taking their furry friends on trips within EU countries are now required to get an AHC (Animal Health Certificate) to allow them to travel, instead of the previous pet passport which is now […]
Most Dog Owners Who Cycle Have No Idea This £2,500 Fine Exists — Do You?
Dog owners heading out on a spring bike ride with their pups could incur fines of up to £2,500. The lead and harness experts at TopDog want […]
Why Your Dog’s Water Bowl Could Be Making Them Ill This Spring — A Vet Warns
A vet reveals the ONE simple task that could reduce your dog’s chance of developing a serious kidney disease – and it just takes 30 seconds. Dr […]
Running With Your Dog in Marathon Season? A Vet Reveals What Most Owners Get Wrong
It seems many of us are looking to get pup and running as it is marathon season, with searches for ‘running with your dog’ up […]