Pet Insurance

Pet owners warned as cat and dog skin cancer rises by over 35 percent

Animal Friends Pet Insurance has released figures that show a 35.7 percent rise on last year in skin cancer cases in cats and dogs. The insurance company warned owners that the cost of treating skin cancer in animals can cost over £400. Vet charity PDSA has urged owners to keep…

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Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2018 announces winners

The winners of the Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2018 have been announced in a ceremony in The Mercian Suite at the Birmingham Conference and Events Centre in Birmingham on 4 April. The awards were hosted by TV presenter Matt Baker, and retired veterinary surgeon, Chris Laurence MBE FRCVS, who puts his…

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One in ten Brits give puppies away one month after buying them

Almost one in ten Brits who have bought a puppy ended up giving it away after just one month, according to a new survey. New research by pet food brand Forthglade has revealed that a large number of Brits have bought a dog on a whim, resulting in nine percent…

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75% of owners diagnose pets using the internet

New research shows that 75 percent of people are using search engines to check their pet’s symptoms, with 22 percent of owners always choosing this method to identify what is making their furry friend unwell. Asda Money has teamed up with White Cross Vets, who cared for more than 70,000 cats…

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Shortlist revealed for the Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2018

Ceva Animal Health has revealed its shortlist for its eighth annual Ceva Animal Welfare Awards. The awards celebrate the achievements of people from the farming, veterinary and charity industries, who go beyond the call of duty to better the lives of animals around the world. Nominations were submitted by friends,…

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Best pet insurance provider announced

Agria Pet Insurance has won Best Pet Insurance Provider in the Moneynet Awards 2018. Led by chair, Andrew Hagger, Moneynet’s judging panel recognised the best providers and products from the past twelve months at the eighth annual Moneynet Personal Finance Awards. Judges commented on Agria’s “impressive choice of cover options to…

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Comparison site adds pet insurance to its offering

Compare Cover has launched its pet insurance comparison service, adding to its life and travel insurance offering. The addition of pet insurance marks the next stage of growth for the Penrith-based insurance comparison service. Commenting on the launch of this new service, Simon Williams, product manager for pet and travel insurance…

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Brits invest up to £25k over their dog’s lifetime

New research has uncovered the true cost of owning a dog, with some of the UK’s most popular breeds coming in at an eye watering £3,907.60 a year, or £25,849.33 across a dog’s lifetime. The findings also reveal how the nation is significantly underestimating these costs, with prospective dog owners…

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Ceva Awards held at new venue

Ceva Animal Welfare Awards 2018 will be staged at a recently refurbished new venue in Birmingham in the run up to BSAVA (British Small Animal Veterinary Association) Congress in April. Taking place in The Mercian Suite at the Birmingham Conference & Events Centre, the new venue will ensure that the…

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PIF award winners announced

The 2017 Pet Industry Federation Awards were announced at an awards dinner held at Whittlebury Hall Hotel. The event was organised by the Pet Industry Federation (PIF), which this year celebrated its 70th Anniversary with a special birthday themed awards dinner. The PIF awards recognise entrepreneurial talent, commercial acumen and quality…

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