Pet Owners

Feb- 2018 -

19 February

Pets in the North East and London fared best this Valentine’s Day

Dogs in Newcastle and London were the most pampered pets over Valentine’s Day this year, according to new research. Twice as many pet owners in the North East and London gave their pet a Valentine’s Day gift this year than the rest of the UK. And the most pampered…

14 February

Labour introduces new animal welfare draft policy

Labour wants to give pet owners more power so they are able to keep their pets when in a rental property. Currently, landlords are able to deny tenants who wish to keep their pets in their property. The Labour party has launched a ‘radial action on Animal Welfare’ that would also…

14 February

Powdered pet joint supplement comes to market

A powdered pet joint supplement has recently launched as a simpler alternative to tablets. Pawtrition Mobility is a blend of 800g of MSM, 400g of glucosamine, hyaluronic acid, collagen protein and vitamin C and is suitable for both cats and dogs. Glucosamine helps to maintain joints and keep them flexible…

13 February

Millions of dog owners failing to treat for flea and ticks, says new survey

A new survey by nationwide chain The Vet has found that found one in seven dog owners – 14 percent – admit they do not treat their canine for flea and tick infestations. With an estimated 8.5 million dogs in the UK, it suggests that up to 1.2 million animals not…

12 February

Pets improve mental health, study suggests

Pets can help to improve the mental health of the owners, a study conducted by researchers from the universities of Liverpool, Manchester and Southampton have found. Published in BMC Psychiatry, the researchers looked at the role of domestic animals in the lives of those suffering with a mental health condition. They…

12 February

Wolf Tucker launches new cat food

Sussex-based raw food specialists, Wolf Tucker is set to launch its new cat food recipe which is called Tiger Tucker. The brand prides itself on only using 100% natural ingredients, human grade meat and vegetables sourced from UK suppliers. Wolf Tucker claims to develop nutritionally balanced meals containing all the…

5 February

Brits spend £210m on pets this Valentine’s Day

Half of Brits will ditch their dates to spend money on pets this Valentine’s Day, according to research released today. A study of UK pet owners* commissioned by experts in raw and natural pet food, Natures Menu, has revealed that almost half (47 percent) will buy a pet a gift this…

Jan- 2018 -

31 January

Over half of owners walk their dogs less in winter

Owners who aren’t keen on the cold are damaging their pet’s health by taking them for fewer walks, a new study has revealed. Research showed that 56 percent of owners admit their dogs get less exercise when the temperature drops due to dog lover’s reluctance to venture outside. One in…

29 January

Blue Cross extends offerings with new vet partnerships

Blue Cross is teaming up with three more vet practices to offer discounted treatment for pet owners on a low income. From 1 February, ST Stead in York, Icknield Veterinary Group in Luton and Seymour Vets in Torbay will provide treatment and health check-ups on behalf of the charity for…

26 January

Cat owners fail to spot tension between pets, survey shows

More than 65% of cat owners believe that their cats get on with each other, yet nearly all of those questioned owned cats that displayed signs of multi-cat tension, research by feline veterinary behaviour product, Feliway Friends, has revealed. Respondents asked believed that their cats were either sociable or indifferent…