The typical debt owed by a UK family has soared by 48% since January 2011, according to a survey by Aviva Family Finances. So it is little wonder that people adopt cost cutting exercises by slashing what they might deem as ‘unessential’ off the monthly outgoings list. Unfortunately, it would appear that cash-strapped owners consider pet insurance as one of these unessential. But too many pet owners have discovered that, after having cancelled the policy, their pet requires surgery or ongoing treatment that costs thousands, leaving them no option but to forgo care for their beloved pet or accrue large debt on credit cards and/or loans. Read the rest of this entry »

Drugs are a touchy subject when it comes to animals. There’s the argument for and against testing drugs on animals, and there’s the argument of whether or not we should give them drugs at all.

One of the biggest arguments against giving your pets drugs is the unknown and potentially risky side effects of the treatment. Read the rest of this entry »

Care and passion come hand in hand when it comes to pets health. Your pets are part of the family, so why should they not be exposed to the treatment of passionate healthcare professionals. Healthcare workers with a love for animals know how to nurse your pets back to health, and can advise you how to take care of them when they return home. Whether it be providing your pets with nutritional food or helping them when they fall in, this advice can help improve your ability to provide for your pets well-being. Read the rest of this entry »

So How To Discipline A Cat The Right Way?

So, you brought back a cat home. A few hours later, you find it happily scratching your favorite $3000 sofa, climbing and running across your kitchen furniture, poo everywhere and wherever they like or even make your legs as their prey! and you are going mad! Read the rest of this entry »

Neutering Cats: To Neuter OR Not to Neuter (Entire) your cats?

Many people assume that neutering cats (castrating (male) or spaying (female) is a cruel act. However, it is necessary to control the population of cats and to avoid kittens being thrown in the streets becoming stray cats. Read the rest of this entry »

Stray Cats (Domestic) or Pedigree Cats?

As a continuation of the part 1, we now come to the next question. Which type of cats should I choose? Stray Cats or Pedigree Cats?. The selection of stray cats or pedigree cats depends on the individual. However, for those of you who chose to adopt a stray cat, I must say well done to you!. Read the rest of this entry »

Before buying or adopting a cat, you must remember that a cat will live with you for a long period of time between 13-15 years. They will be your companion through thick and thin and therefore, the selection of a suitable cat is very important.
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