Health & Wellbeing

Arthritis in cats isn’t as uncommon as you might think. However, cats are so good at hiding when they’re in pain that you may not realise your cat is struggling with the disease until it’s too late. In our blog, we explain the signs of arthritis in cats as well as advice on available cat arthritis treatments.

While we find fireworks delightful, they can cause a lot of stress and anxiety in pets. Here we discuss the effects fireworks may have on your pet and how you can help them cope with this Bonfire Night.

Just because something is natural doesn’t necessarily make it safe. Essential oils have been used for decades for their lovely smells and are often found in various products and practices,  including homeware products, beauty products, aromatherapy, and more. But did you know some of these oils also pose a deadly threat to our four-legged friends? 

Sometimes, cats can become stressed and anxious when things interrupt their routine, and it’s our responsibility as their owners to ensure they feel safe and at ease. Here, we discuss cat-calming pheromones, which are one of the most popular and effective ways to help your cat feel safe in times of stress.

FIV is a term you’ll see often if you’re looking to adopt a cat from a shelter, but it’s a virus that can affect any cat that has access to the outside. In our latest blog, we’re going to discuss what FIV is in cats, including the symptoms and how to care for cats with FIV.

There is much debate about whether cats should be kept indoors or left to explore the outside world. Here, we discuss why people would choose to keep their cats indoors and what adjustments you need to make to care for them.

Cats can pick up all kinds of nasty parasites while they’re out and about, so make sure you keep them protected with suitable flea treatment for cats. Here, we compare some of the most popular cat flea treatments all available to buy without a vet prescription. 

While your pet may be happy and healthy now, there’s no telling what might happen in the future. Don’t get caught out by unexpected vet bills. Check out our guide to the different types of pet insurance available, including the average cost of pet insurance, so you can have peace of mind that your pet’s health is covered.

As the temperatures keep rising, it’s becoming more and more crucial for pet owners to know how they can keep their pets cool this summer in order to reduce the risk of heatstroke. In our latest blog, we talk you through how to keep your cat cool this summer as well as the symptoms of heatstroke in cats so you can be prepared should temperatures spike.

No matter how cautious you are with your pet, there's always a chance that they could get hurt, even if they spend most o their time indoors. So, make sure you're prepared for whatever might go wrong by building up your own pet first aid kit. Not sure what to put in it? Well, our latest blog covers all the essentials you need.