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Handling And Play With Birds
Some birds love to be petted, while others enjoy company but not of the hands-on type. Learn more about handling an play with birds from Companion Care.
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Antifreeze Poisoning In Cats
Sadly, antifreeze is hugely toxic to cats, and every year cats across Britain are seriously ill or die from antifreeze poisoning.
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Cat Diet Advice
Feeding a cat properly can sometimes feel like a tricky task. Discover the right way to feed your cat or kitten in our free, and simple, cat feeding guide.
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Cat Housing
With the invention of litter trays, and microchip cat flaps, to name a few, we now have much more freedom in how we choose to set up our cats’ environments.
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Worming Your Cat
Worms in cats & kittens can cause symptoms such as itching, sickness, diarrhoea & weight loss, with some affecting humans.
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Dog Arthritis
Learn more about how arthritis can affect dogs as they get older, and the symptoms to look out for with this painful stiffening of the joints.
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Letting Your Kitten Outside For The First Time
Knowing when and how to let your kitten outside can help you have peace of mind as you introduce your little bundle to the big wide world!
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Dealing With Diabetes in Cats
If your cat is drinking more than usual, is lethargic, is going to the toilet more or has lost weight, it could have diabetes, find out more today.
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Hyperthyroidism In Cats
Find out more about hyperthyroidism, your cat could be suffering from it if it is losing weight, eating more, is restless or has a fast heart.
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Choosing Your New Rabbit
It can be tempting to think of rabbits as being fairly generic, but there are 62 different rabbit breeds registered with the British Rabbit Council.
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Housing Your Rabbit
Explore our rabbit accommodation advice which includes hutches and enclosures, and others, but whichever you choose, it must be warm, dry and safe.
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Car Travel With Your Cat
While some cats travel well, others dread the appearance of the cat basket. Click here to learn how to make car travel with your cat easier.
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Where Should I Get My New Cat From?
If you do decide you definitely want a cat, the next consideration is where you might get your cat from. You should consider both breeders and rescue centres.
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How Old Is Your Cat In Human Years?
Have you ever wondered how old your cat is in human years? Click the link and read our expert advice to learn more about how they age.
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Skin Allergies In Pets
Learn about the signs and treatments available for pet's skin allergies, where the skin can't defend itself against allergens, by following our top tips.
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What Is Positive Reinforcement?
Positive reinforcement training is an important and powerful skill. Find out more about this useful training technique, how to use it & the do's and don'ts.
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Safe Car Travel For Dogs
Unrestrained dogs can be a distraction, as well as being a risk to themselves and others in a crash. So, what do you need to do to keep you both safe?
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Kennel Cough
Kennel cough is an infectious disease that causes a nasty cough in affected dogs. A vaccination is available to help protect your dog against these signs.
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Conker Hazards In Dogs
While many dogs ignore conkers on walks, some like to play with them or even try to eat them. Conkers can cause blockages or poisoning when ingested by dogs.
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Fatty Lumps And Lipomas
Lipomas, or fatty lumps, are very common in dogs.While they are tumours, lipomas are just made up of fat cells and so are mostly completely benign.