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Aquarium downsize
With a new canine in the house, space has become Premium. When my big fish tank developed a slow leak, I realised it was time for a downsize. The main fish have all been rehomed, leaving just a few smaller types and my plants. Today I sourced a second hand Fluval tank on Gumtree. Went to see and it's good as new. Receipt…
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Is my cat an Oscar winning actor? Or is he actually injured?
We went shopping 2 days ago leaving the cat home alone for about 2 hours. Come back and he's holding one of his front paws in the air and limping a bit. No obvious sign of injury so we thought maybe he just slept on it funny or jumped off the bed at a bad angle. My partner find the paw in the air too cute to resist so cat…
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How do you know when to say goodbye? (pts)
Hi everyone, just wondered if anyone could give some advice on when to say goodbye. My little dog is now 14 and 1/2 and seems to have aged dramatically since he was last at the vet in October for his vaccinations, I am thinking we are at/nearly at the stage to say goodbye but don't want to do it too soon. He has a lung…
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Advice on hyperthyroid cat
Just wondering - my cat taking 15mg Vidalta a day and is very very thin. Eats all day. Just had bloods done and apparently normal thyroid range is 7-55 and cat is at 46 so suggesting upping Vidalta from 15mg. Heart rate is 228. Apparently this is very high.Any thoughts from peope who have had hyperthyroid cat? There must…
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Good pet insurance for older cats - recommendations please
I know that pet insurance does not cover existing conditions but I am looking for insurance for a few older cats. I do not really understand the difference between whole of life insurance and any other type of insurance. Can anyone please recommend pet insurance they think might be good for older cats. Thank you.
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Keeping a neighbour's cat away
A few months ago we moved into a new house, we have a cat who for a variety of reasons is an indoor cat. Our neighbours also have a couple of cats who the previous owner of our house we believe used to let into their (our) house. So from time to time the neighbours cat comes and sits on our back step (presumably waiting…
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Camrosa Ointment - my findings
Some of you may remember my "scabby mutt" thread: https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5742244 Well, I invested in some camrosa ointment, it was quite expensive for 100g but it works a treat the so-called scabby mutt is clearing up very well! I've been applying it once a day for the last 2 weeks and most areas…
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Cat chewing wires
I think I might scream. We have two cats, 17 months old. They're house cats, as we live next to a main road, but had never previously experienced life outside before we got them in October last year. The rescue were happy to rehome them to us. I do everything I can - short of letting them outside - to give them a good…
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new pet or not
UPDATE at the end We lost our much loved Monty (Jack russel x staffie) in August we had him from a rescue centre aged 2 ish and loved him for 12 years. We gave away all our dog equipment Dog guard and ramp for the car and all the usual bits. vowing never again !!! Now we are wondering if we were too hasty, the house is…
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Harringtons Wet Puppy Food?
Does anyone know if this exists? I can't locate it anywhere, checked shops and usually websites but nothing. Breeder has pup on this along with dry food. Located dry food they are using but can't get wet food. Breeder will supply some, so won't be too hard to introduce something else. I did just wonder if anyone has seen…
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Young cat died suddenly
My 4 year old, indoor cat died suddenly and without warning. Been going through my mind what happened as she did not display any signs of ill health or change in habits/breathing/eating. She ate her food as normal (hills science plan) and did her business in the morning without issues. Then a few hours later she went to…
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Should I get insurance?
Hi all, I've been reading plenty of online forums and talking to lots of other dog owners on the walks regarding pet insurance, and is it worth it? A lot have said not to bother because from their experiences the insurance companies never paid out anyway and just to put the money I would pay for the insurance in a separate…
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Rejected insurance claim
My dog was very ill in October, vet said HGE vets bills came to £1200. previous to this she had a vomiting episode in June, one quick visit to vet for anti sickness meds and all was fine. I switched insurance companies in August and the new company have rejected my claim as my vet has said it's related to previous illness.…
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Diabetic dog - advice please
My CKCS has just been diagnosed as diabetic. I have spoken to two different vets at my surgery and have been given conflicting information. One said do not give ANY food in between morning and evening meals. Another has said carrots, green beans and apples are fine as treats throughout the day. Which is it? How do you…
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Gravy granules for dogs
Only found out today that there was such a thing but I can't seem to find anyone local to me that sell the product :( I know that Pets at Home and The Range sell Wagg granules but I don't have either store near me, does anyone know if any of the big supermarkets sell them or similar product? (I don't shop in the big 4)
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Dog ramp for car advice!
Can anyone recommend dog ramp please? ! I have a 35 kilo large male lab. He has had joint painrecently but is coping well after a fortnight on metacalm and changes to routine. He's only 9 and loves walking / camping / swimming i think as long as it's in moderation he should be fine. We have a pegeot 3008 with large estate…
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anyone use a pet camera?
Hi, looking for some recommendations if anyone has used any pet cameras. Finding it hard to choose with so many different brands and prices. Thanks
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12 month insurance... What do you do when your pet has a very "minor" problem?
Hi all One of my dogs recently had a lump removed from here back leg. We first noticed this well over a year ago (maybe more than 2) and whilst the dog was having her annual vaccinations we mentioned it to the vet. She said keep an eye on it but that it was nothing to worry about. Fast forward two years and it very slowly…
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Corner protectors - where can I buy?
I’ve found this on Amazon, but not available & I can’t find for sale in the UK. Such a brilliant & simple idea!!!! My cat scratches the bottom corners of my upholstered bed base. https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cat-Scratch-FURNITURE-PROTECTOR-Furniture/dp/B005C4JZXM
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Keeping dog food fresh
HI all, got an 8 month old Cockapoo called TEddy. In order to keep his food costs down but provide him with a top quality grain free kibble, I bought a 15kg bag. I want to decant it but what do I put it in to keep it fresh? Any ideas? Thanks Fifi
