Preparing your puppy or kitten for a healthy life means committing to three strategies that all vets support – a full vaccination programme, desexing and microchipping. Being a responsible pet parent means looking at all the risks and making plans to avoid them.

Saying no to puppy dog eyes is something which most pet parents struggle with particularly when it is as easy as giving  them a little scrap off your plate. Unfortunately treating your dog with your dinner is not only encouraging begging behaviour it also is simply not good for them and can in fact cause harm.

Christmas is a joyous occasion for all but can bring serious hazards for our fur-friends. We've listed some of the main hazards to keep an eye out for over this Christmas period. 

Mice are great pets that are social, active and alert. They are inquisitive and love exploring and can even be taught tricks. 

Turtles are gentle aquatic creatures that emerge from the water to bask in the sunlight. Most turtles are “look at” pets and don’t particularly like to be stroked or cuddled.

There are a variety of different turtle species kept as pets, and each one has different needs and requirements. We recommend doing further research on the specific type of turtle you're looking to adopt to ensure you provide it with the best environment to flourish in.