March 6th, 2012 by zooplus
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Cat trees are a great way to add some fun and variety to an indoor cat’s life plus you’ll be giving them their own little ‘castle’ from which they can survey their human subjects! Think one cat tree is much the same as another? Wrong! Different types of cat trees are suitable for different types, weights and temperaments of cats. The sheer number of cat trees available in pet shops these days can make the decision of which one to purchase mind boggling.
Here’s our guide to the types and styles of cat trees most appropriate to your cat and her individual needs.
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March 2nd, 2012 by zooplus
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Beginner’s Guide to Showing your Dog
If you’ve recently bought a pedigree puppy, the sight of beautifully turned out breed champions at Crufts next week may set you day dreaming about what it would be like to wow the crowds and judges with your perfectly trained wonder dog! But there is an awful lot of work to be done behind the scenes before any dog can reach that stage.
Although good breeding is of course vital for success in the show ring, selecting a pup is only the start of a long road to creating the perfect show dog. Here’s our Winning Formula for success in the show ring. Good luck and don’t forget to have fun!
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February 20th, 2012 by zooplus
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Good clean fun
Although it’s important not to overwash your dog, all canines will need a good shampoo from time to time, especially if they are one of the many who enjoy rolling in animal dung! Unfortunately, what should be a simple task often results in chaos, a drenched bathroom and a soggy owner chasing a dripping dog around the house.
Read on for some top tips on how to select the right shampoo for your dog and to keep bath times clean and fun.
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January 25th, 2012 by zooplus
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To help dogs and their owners experience the difference that extraordinary nutrition can make, Eukanuba has launched its 28-Day Challenge, which asks consumers to feed their dogs a Eukanuba formula for 28 days to see first-hand how a high-quality diet can promote overall well-being.
Owners inspired by their dog’s transformation, can also enter the pet food maker’s Facebook contest where one dog will be crowned the “Challenge Champion” and appear in Dog Fancy magazine and select Eukanuba advertising.
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January 18th, 2012 by zooplus
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Pets can’t tell us when they feel under the weather but observing the normal habits of your cat will help you spot the early signs of health problems.
1. Weight loss If your cat starts to drop his or her weight rapidly that is a sure sign that there is something wrong. Be especially vigilant with long haired cats as the evidence may be less obvious. The best way to monitor your cat’s weight is to weigh yourself first and then step on the scales holding your cat, subtracting the difference.
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January 11th, 2012 by zooplus
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Now you can with a Jappyland Maxi Set Groomer! If you are one of the thousands of people in the UK who have the unenviable combination of black dog and cream carpets we feel you pain. We think we’ve found the ideal solution.
Thinning combs are widely used during the moulting seasons but this new innovation means brushing and collecting your dog’s hair can be done indoors with no mess. (After all who wants to stand outside on a freezing January day to brush the dog?) You won’t regret investing in this brilliant device. Here’s how it works…
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January 9th, 2012 by zooplus
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Domestic cats make brilliant companion animals, entertaining us with their cute and quirky habits. They outnumber dogs in popularity in the UK, USA and many European countries, but only a handful of the millions of cats worldwide will make it into the Guinness Book of Records.
Read on to discover tons of amazing feline record breakers, from the oldest to the lightest to the most well travelled. Find out how many mice the world’s best mouser dispatched and how much the richest cat in history inherited from his owner…
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October 12th, 2011 by zooplus
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Firework season, the most stressful time of year for pets, is just around the corner. Even normally laid back animals transform into quivering wrecks, immune to soothing words and strokes. Terrified cats are more likely to lose their bearings and stray from home.
Animal behaviourists may be able to help but the costs are beyond most pet owner’s budgets. A cheap and effective solution for cats is a marvellous invention called Feliway, a product designed to calm your pet in a totally harmless and invisible way.
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September 8th, 2011 by zooplus
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Are you dreading the damp and drizzly autumn dog walks, racing against time to make the most of daylight hours? Having the right equipment and wrapping up a bit can make the world of difference. Once you’ve got your mac, brolly, wellies and gloves sorted, take a minute to think about some items which will keep your dog cosy and dry this autumn.
This week we’ve got up to 40% off jumpers, wind and rain proof coats, super absorbent towels and beds to dry off in when you get back home.
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July 26th, 2011 by zooplus
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Knowing what to do if your pet has an accident is important information that all responsible pet owners should be aware of. Some basic knowledge and a few essential first aid items can make a big difference when coping with an injured and distressed pet.
Our first aid kit is primarily designed for dogs but many of the items can be used for other pets. Right now you can claim a FREE first aid kit with every order of £39 or more! Just enter FIRST-AID into the coupon code box at the checkout.
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