Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to cats and dogs!

Purely Pets introduces flexible lifetime policies

Purely Pets introduces flexible lifetime policies

29th November, 2019

Purely Pets, an award winning pet insurance specialist, has recently announced it now offers solely lifetime policies* after seeing 80% of customers choosing this option, over Accident Only or Time Limited cover, in the last 12 months....

Do dog owners live longer?

Do dog owners live longer?

28th November, 2019

If you’re a dog owner, you know already that your pooch adds joy to your life in numerous ways. But did you realise that your loveable Labrador or playful Pug might actually be extending your lifespan?...

'Paws' and think before buying a dog at Christmas, charity says

'Paws' and think before buying a dog at Christmas, charity says

28th November, 2019

Dogs Trust is urging people not to buy or give dogs as presents, after research revealed that online searches for puppies jump by 44% in the countdown to Christmas....

How to cope with the loss of a pet

How to cope with the loss of a pet

27th November, 2019

Losing a pet can be a profoundly painful experience. Our dogs and cats aren’t just balls of fun: they’re loyal companions, much-loved family members and great sources of comfort in difficult times....

Which crossbreed dogs make the best pets?

Which crossbreed dogs make the best pets?

27th November, 2019

So many delightful dogs, so little space in your home to keep them or free time to walk them all!...

How to take your pet on holiday after Brexit

How to take your pet on holiday after Brexit

26th November, 2019

Going on holiday with your four-legged friend is an incredibly special experience, but it requires plenty of preparation – especially now Brexit’s on the horizon....

How to care for your new kitten

How to care for your new kitten

26th November, 2019

Read on for our top tips on how to care for your new family member, and how to make sure all the dogs & cats in your home are covered through multi-pet insurance....

Pet owners will share their beds with pets to feel safe

Pet owners will share their beds with pets to feel safe

25th November, 2019

Do you allow your pets to share your bedroom — and your bed? A new study of 2,000 cat and dog owners in the UK by pet wellbeing specialist Itchpet.com has found that two thirds will snuggle up with their pet at night — and three in 10 of those say they like the feeling of security they get from having them there....

Rare male tortoiseshell cats discovered at two rehoming centres!

Rare male tortoiseshell cats discovered at two rehoming centres!

25th November, 2019

Did you know that tortoiseshell cats are almost always female? An extra chromosome can sometimes result in a male tortoiseshell being born. But this one in 3,000 genetic quirk means that male ‘torties’ are very rare — so it made headlines when two were recently taken into the care of Cats Protection and the RSPCA....