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However, while you know why this is happening and that it’s only temporary, for your dog, this separation can be confusing and disorientating.
Petplan takes a look at separation anxiety in dogs and what you can do to help your pet be as calm and comfortable as possible when left alone…
Often our natural reaction is to tell them off for their naughty behaviour. However, it’s common for kittens to use their claws to mark what they feel is their territory and as a way of filing down their claws.
So, the best way to save your furniture from being ruined is to train your cat on how to use a scratching post.
Petplan look at how to train your kitten to scratch the pole instead of your sparkling new upholstery…
But rabbits don’t just need company – they need the right company.
When found in the wild, these highly sociable animals naturally live together in big groups – so keeping your bunny on their own is depriving them of a fundamental need to be in the company of their own kind. Therefore, it’s vital you keep rabbits in pairs to keep happily bouncing around so they avoid becoming lonely or stressed.
Petplan has put together a guide to help you understand the social needs of your rabbit and learn which rabbits best complement each other and live well together…
We grow close to our pets, sharing a special bond with them – they are not just a cat or a dog, but a valued and much loved member of the family.
It’s important to grieve for your pet and approach this difficult period in a way that gives you the best chance to come to terms with your loss.
Petplan looks at some of the tried and trusted ways to ensure you are able to deal with this difficult time…
The summer of 2016 saw several outbreaks of RVHD (as well as its mutated form RVHD2) and owners should remain vigilant against this deadly virus.
Petplan looks at the causes, symptoms and precautions that you can take to ensure your rabbit remains as safe from infection as they can be…
However, what is all harmless fun for us, can present a problematic situation for our pets.
Here are Petplan’s 12 tips of Christmas to ensure you avoid any unwelcome mishaps when it comes to your pet…
Petplan takes a look at the origins, temperament and common health problems of the Labradoodle…
However, black and black-and-white cats made up 45% of the total cats coming into Cats Protection’s care during 2015, and on average, took 22% longer to find a home than cats of other colours.
For centuries, black cats have played an important role in superstition, mythology and folklore – with many of these superstitions continuing to this very day.
In fact, in a survey conducted by Cats Protection in 2015, it was found that, rather than dying out, some myths about black cats being unlucky have some currency with young people. Twelve percent of those surveyed aged 18-24 said that black cats were unlucky, while only 2 per cent of over 55 year old people did.
Petplan takes a look at the origins of black cat superstitions and separates the myths from the facts.
Petplan takes a look at the origins, temperament and common health problems of the Persian cat.
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