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Get tips on pet-proofing your digs, keeping your pets warm (or cool) through the seasons, and avoiding all the toxic stuff… like toys, plants, and everything else they try to eat.

australian sheepdog looks up longingly at a plate of pancakes

Are pancakes safe for your pup or should you keep them away from the flipping fun?

a woman in a grey beret sites on the tube with a dog on her lap

This is a Bark-erloo line service to Maryle-bone

Cat sniffing a plant pot with bluebells and daffodils

They might seem pretty in spring, but make sure your kitty stays clear...

a brown and white dog sits in a field of buttercups

Lovely flower, not so lovely when eaten by your dog...

dog sniffing a basket with daffodils in it

They might be nice for us, but not so nice for our pooches...

a man holds a kitten while a woman scans it for microchip

Microchipping your cat is quick and painless – and it’s now required by law

Husky on tarmac in warm weather

Yup, even the famously awful British weather can be too hot for your pup

A woman with glasses holds out a whippet to a boy with pink hair and glasses

It should be a last resort, and there are plenty of options to explore first, but here’s how to rehome your pet safely if you have to

jack russell dog on lead barks at the camera
a close up picture of a smiling female vet handling a little white kitten

It’s crucial to make sure your kitty is protected against potentially fatal diseases

a vet inspects a Beagle puppy

Make sure to factor these crucial costs into your puppy budget

a vet's hand hold a small black and tan dog on a bed in the vet office

Doggy admin may be tough, but it’s important

xl bully dog lies in the grass in the sun

How much do you really know about the dog that everyone is talking about?

picture of a golden labrador and human hands parting the hair on their neck

It might give you the ick, but you need to take action

If you’d like your kitten to grow up with outdoor access, here’s what to know to help keep them safe

Struggling with the cost of neutering? These places can help

Golden Retriever looking at a pill in a human's hand

Don’t reach for the medicine cabinet just yet

XL Bully running on grass

Everything you need to know about the ban and legal exemptions

A woman walks along the pavement with a dog on a lead close to her

Take a deep breath and step away from the Always box. We‘ll walk you through it

redhead holding a packet of pills with a dog on her lap

It’s what we humans turn to during hay fever season, but what about your beloved pup?

a man hugs a jack russell next to a Christmas tree

All your dog wants for Christmas is a bodyguard to keep them safe from unfamiliar sights and sounds

A grey kitten walks over some tinfoil

Discover how to safely keep your kitty from counter-surfing

picture of a woman holding a cat while a man puts up a Christmas wreath

It’s the most wonderful time of the year... for you. Your cat feels otherwise

Black cat jumping from the table to the closet.

The science behind the feline ability to land on their feet

a woman with red hair reaches out for the back of a white dog's neck which the dog turns away

You’ve seen mamas do it to their young, but it’s not something you should try yourself

a picture of a dog wearing an orange harness being held by the bottom half of a human male wearing running gear

Keen to hit the road and get fit with your pup? Read this first

Cat in the snow

Winter brings hidden dangers for pets – find out how to keep them safe

a man sits at a table set for Christmas with a cat on his lap

From classic turkey to all the trimmings – can cats join in on the Christmas feast?

A human hand dangles a treat over a cat's head as the cat looks up

Work with your cat and not against them

Sphynx cat

Experts say this AI-like breeding trend is susceptible to serious health issues

man cuddling a kitten

Expert answers on Covid-19 and cats – plus symptoms to watch out for