May 21st, 2013 by DaveC
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1. Heat Stroke
Heatstroke can be fatal if the warning signs are ignored. Cats, dogs and small pets can suffer in hot conditions; here are our top tips on spotting the signs and taking preventative measures:
Avoiding heatstroke
Unfortunately the most common cause of heatstroke in dogs is easily the most avoidable. Careless owners leaving their pets in the car is the number 1 cause of heatstroke. Even on an average summer day when the outside temperature is 22°C the temperature in a car can rocket to a stifling 47°C in less than an hour with the sun beating down.
» Read more: Keep your pets cool: 3 summer dangers for cats & dogs to watch out for & avoid
May 9th, 2013 by zooplus
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Cats are meticulous when it comes to keeping themselves clean but over-zealous grooming habits can have a negative effect if they lick off and swallow excessive amounts of loose hair.
If too much hair accumulates in your cat’s stomach, he or she will try to cough it up and, while the occasional hairball is quite natural, excessive hair build up can lead to loss of appetite or an upset stomach.
May 17th, 2013 by DaveC
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Your dog may not be too concerned about their beach body but they can be a great help in getting you in shape for the summer! Although your dog may seem unconcerned about a few extra pounds you will want to ensure they are maintaining a good weight to avoid future health problems.
» Read more: Getting fit for summer? Your dog could be the ideal training partner
April 26th, 2013 by zooplus
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We’ve got 3 x 13.5kg bags of Purizon dog food to give away!
To be in with a chance of winning all you have to do is finish this sentence in the comment box below:
Every dog has its _ _ _ !
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Why Purizon?
Purizon dog food, made here in the UK, takes its inspiration from the natural and predominantly carnivorous diet of dogs. » Read more: Win a bag of Purizon grain-free dog food!
April 18th, 2013 by zooplus
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Dental problems can lead to pain, infections which spread elsewhere in the body, and the loss of your pet’s ability to chew or eat properly. As a side effect, your pet also won’t look or smell as attractive! And no, whiffy cat or dog breath is not normal.
Prevention is much, much better than cure when it comes to dental disease. The good news is that with regular care you can pretty much guarantee your pet continues to sport a very clean and healthy set of gnashers, right into their old age. » Read more: The painful truth about Dental Disease
April 15th, 2013 by DaveC
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Cats and dogs are very much like humans in that some seem happy to eat anything that’s put in front of them while some are far fussier or simply have tummy problems or allergies with foods that upset them.
» Read more: Grain Free Foods for your Cats and Dogs
April 9th, 2013 by zooplus
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Our cats would of course love it if we never left them and were around 24/7 to cater to their whims. Unfortunately, work and holidays mean we often have to leave our felines for a few days and taking the cat to a local cattery is sometimes the only option for owners who do not have readily available cat sitters to call on.
With a little forethought you can ensure your cats stay away from home is as stress-free as possible. Read on to find out how to choose the very best quality of care for your cat and also how to prepare everything in advance to make the transition from home to cattery as seamless as possible.
» Read more: Guide to stress-free cattery visits
April 8th, 2013 by DaveC
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A family day out or holiday isn’t the same if the whole family isn’t there and that means the dog, or dogs, should come too. This can mean extra work for you and requires extra planning to make sure everyone has a good time: including any hounds that come along for the ride.
» Read more: Travelling with your Dog this summer
March 20th, 2013 by zooplus
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Confused about cat litter? With so many varieties and brands around these days selecting the right one can be a tricky and expensive business.
Lots of cats are fussy about the food they eat but finding a litter your cat will accept is often just as difficult. If you are having trouble deciding on the best cat litter for you and your felines, take a look at our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions we get here at zooplus about about cat litters.
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» Read more: Cat Litter FAQs
March 13th, 2013 by DaveC
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At zooplus we like to think we know our dogs but at Crufts 2013 the Discover Dogs section, featuring nearly 200 breeds, was a chance for me to get up close with some breeds I’ve only read about and never had a chance to meet up close.
The Bernese Mountain Dog, Bracco Italiano and Otterhound were all revelations to me and are now definitely on my radar as potential future companions – although all three are definitely country dogs needing wide open spaces, explaining why I have never seen them in my local park.
» Read more: Crufts Discover Dogs – Three discovered breeds
