PETS - BEWARE THE PITFALLS OF SUMMER
Warm sunny weather and walks in the countryside are what many dog owners long for, but even meadows and fields can hold hidden dangers for pets.
Bruno, a three year old rough-coated Labrador, suffered severe discomfort and became lame after a grass seed lodged between the toes of his right fore paw. Minor surgery and a [...]
BRITAINS PETS FACE DRUG CRISIS
Britain’s drug crisis is not just confined to supermodels, rock stars and bored teenagers. There’s growing evidence that household pets are increasingly suffering from the deliberate or accidental effects of drug abuse.
A recent survey of vets by the UK’s leading pet insurance provider, Petplan, has revealed that frightening numbers of pet owners appear to be [...]
Puppy Love - Petquote pet insurance
Pet insurance is the ideal Valentine’s Day gift for a beloved pet.
Valentine’s day provides another opportunity for loving pet owners to pamper their furry friends. A quick surf of the Internet shows that there is a huge range of Valentine’s Day products aimed at our pets - from toys and bedding to more exotic items [...]
The cat that ate Christmas - Petquote pet insurance
Christmas puts a strain on our finances and we can all do without additional, unforeseen expense. The last thing we want after footing the bill for Christmas presents, turkey, Christmas pud and all those other favourite trimmings is an emergency with the family pet and the considerable costs that this can bring.
In the run up [...]
Remember remember the poor frightened pet?
As November draws near, members of the public will have mixed feelings about how ‘Guy Fawkes’ night is celebrated. While there are many who look forward to attending or holding firework displays and parties, there are people who dread the constant disruption and, in particular the distress caused to our pets.
Ray Joyce of Stevenage recalls [...]
Turning the Heat Up! - Petquote pet insurance
With record temperatures being recorded we can at last confidently cast aside jumpers, jeans and umbrellas and reach for sun cream, summer dresses and short-sleeved shirts.
However, we must spare a thought for our animal companions, who cannot discard their thick fur coats.
Pet insurance provider, Pinnacle Pet Healthcare Limited, have analysed the claims received for problems [...]
The True Costs of Pet Ownership
The U.K. hosts a nation of pet lovers. Statistics from the Mintel Report 2001 shows that in 2000, there were 6.5 million resident dogs and 8 million resident cats in the U.K.
Even celebrities are turning to pet ownership. We often see the likes of Geri Haliwell, pop star Pink and Radio One star Sara Cox [...]
Does your pet have a sparkling smile? - Petquote pet insurance
We wouldn’t dream of neglecting our own teeth or our children’s – but unfortunately, many people do not realise how essential regular, preventative dental care is for their pet.
Pet Smile Month is an initiative to promote awareness of the importance of oral hygiene for pets.
If a pets teeth are not regularly cleaned and cared for, [...]
