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Felix Food - good as it looks doubly delicious v
Hi There is a facebook group called Cats Recently Affected By Felix Food - bascially they are saying the new receipe is not good for the food in the new packaging. I had noticed 2 of my cats were not keen as 1 would eat her biscuits. I took the cats for their annual vaccination boosters and check up and i mentioned it to…
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Partridge in garden
We had a partridge in our garden this afternoon - we live in the middle of a medium size town in SW England so were confused where it came fromIt sat under a bush, hiding from the rain, for a hour before flying off It was a big fat bird with bright red legs !Is this a common occurance ?
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Money Moral Dilemma: Should my mother-in-law pay to clean up after her dog?
This week's MoneySaver who wants advice asks... My mother-in-law came over with her new dog, which proceeded to defecate all over our carpet. We have called in professional carpet cleaners to get it sorted - but should we ask for some money towards the bill? Unfortunately the MSE team can't always answer money moral…
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Eleven rottweilers !
guy at work has a rottweiler !!!!!!, which fell pregnant a while ago. vet said all was ok, and to expect a litter of at least 4. so didn't have a scan or xray, as happy with the estimate. last night she gave birth to eleven! personally I wouldn't want one, never mind eleven.
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Pet Insurer refusing to pay out because dog has previously had a bad tummy
Since my insurer, Animal Friends, rejected my claim for £1000 to cover my poor little dog's recent pancreatitis (which the vet says he's never had) because he's previously visited the vet with upset tummies or diarrhoea, prior to me taking this policy (how an upset tummy in 2014 is a symptom of his current pancreatitis I…
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Shared Garden
Morning all. We have a small shared garden, well it’s probably about 14m x 4m being generous. Last year a couple of residents got puppies during lockdown, and haven’t trained their pets. These are the first pets in our building. I have had dogs previously and understand that they can be difficult to train up until about…
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Dog insurance: explain it like I'm 5
Ok, horror of horrors, we've just forund out the mutt isnt insured, potentially hasnt been for years. I'm now looking to rectify this, today. Nothing has happened and nothing to report, health appreas good and nopt aware of any underlying/ existing conditions. Male miniature Scnuazer, 10yo this autmn. What type of…
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Garden bird advice needed.
I know garden birds are not really classed as pets t wondered if anyone can advise on this. I have been feeding he birds in my garden for some time and it took a while to encourage them to visit. But now I have lots come every day, Im amazed by the routine they have. They seem to be waiting for me if I'm running a little…
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Seeing where my cat has been..
Hi, I'm interested in seeing where my cat goes in my local area. I have done a bit of googling, but can only find GPS trackers that are fairly bulky, have the ability to inform me 'in real time' where my cat is, and most seem to have a subscription. I'm not really needing anything as fancy really. I don't need to know…
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Vet price- reasonable?
Hey guys I need a little advice. my little dog is going in to be neutered tomorrow. Someone mentioned today that my vet is very expensive. I am hoping someone may have been in a similar situation and can clarify if the vets prices are too high. We are in Scotland and I appreciate it will vary depending on location too…
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Vacuum cleaner recommendations?
Hi... Looks as though our old Miele Cats & Dogs vacuum cleaner has had it. It was a good hoover, and we've had it many years. I'm considering Dyson - but would be interested in hearing which makes forum members would recommend. Posted this on the pet forum as would like something that is good for pet hair (cat). Thanks!
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What's the best breed for my family
We have been thinking about getting a dog for a while. Not a puppy but one between 1-3 years old. Just can't decide which breed would suit us best. French Bulldog seems to be fitting the bill perfectly but I am concerned about their health issues especially breathing. So I guess I am looking for a French Bulldog without…
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Extremely Anxious Dog
Quick question for you all: I adopted an absolutely wonderful dog from Romania toward end of last year. He's about 3 years old, very sweet, gentle, loves to please, doesn't steal/counter surf and is generally just a really, really lovely dog. His one issue is his anxiety. He is constantly highly anxious to the point where…
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Mortgage - Breaking up, what are my rights?
3 month ago I moved into my first home with my ex. I paid all the fees and paid for the deposit. I literally paid for everything. Unfortunately we are now breaking up, I want to take them off the mortgage and take it on myself. I have agreed to giving them money I owe them for half the things we have bought etc also I have…
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Reusable 'puppy pads' for elderly dog
Recommendations please for reusable mats for my elderly incontinent dog. Preferably a light colour so he can differentiate from the floor as his eyesight is bad. There are lots on Amaz** but as usual there are mixed reviews for all. Thanks
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Vet's bill dispute
Hello all was looking for some advice on a vets bill. We told the vets how much money was left in the insurance pot and wanted the treatment to work round that figure + or - £200. They sent a schedule confirming what they could do within that amount. Got the phone call today saying that it had gone over the insurance pot…
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Attacked by dog whilst mistakenly cycling on private country lane
I was cycling with my family (wife, 8 year old son and 3 year old daughter) and mistakenly entered a private farm country lane (unclear signs). Half the way through on the country lane heard someone shouting at us and come running from a house (~20-30 meters away) along the lane. A dog and his owner appeared running toward…
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Dog insurance- Bought by Many
I am paying £32 per month for my 5 year Labrador. via Bought by Many Lifetime Policy- £15k cover I believe. But I know if I make a claim that £32 will rocket. My cat had cancer and went to £200 pm so canceled it. Get a loan if she needs care than paying £200 just in case. Thinking of doing the same with my dog. I can…
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Question about our elderly dog
Hello, We have a Jack Russell who's now 13 years old. She's now slowing down a bit and, although well, has made me think about her passing. What do we do with her remains if she passes at home? We live in London with a relatively small garden. Hopefully she will thrive for years to come. tia sx Ps just thought....equally,…
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Warning - certain Applaws, Pets at Home and Sainsbury's branded cat food recalled
Fold Hill Foods is voluntarily recalling a number of its hypoallergenic cat food products, from brands including Applaws, AVA and Sainsbury’s, over a possible link to an outbreak of a potentially fatal condition, feline pancytopenia. Read more:…