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Goldfish v herons
Is there an effective way of keeping herons at bay, i.e. not losing any goldfish? About two weeks ago witnessed - a heron near the pond in the process of devouring a large goldfish! Its head was up, trying to swallow the fish down. I still have 'flash-backs' about it! Since then, have had a visit or two - sometimes on the…
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Vet fees and the law
:money:Pet owners deserve the right to see every veterinary practice clearly displaying their set fees for jabs, procedures and any of the services offered to the paying public. It is a disgrace that legislation has not been passed making it mandatory and a legal requirement to display and publish these charges. We DEMAND…
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Elderly cat
Does anybody have any tips on caring for an elderly cat? Poppy is 19 and has been our much loved pet for 17 years. She's still very affectionate, particularly with children (we've always had a house full!) and eating well, but mobility has declined in past year or so. I feed a dried senior cat food, plus a small wet meal…
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Insurance for 9 year old dog
Hi, I've searched through the forums for advice on which company can offer insurance for a more "senior" dog. No luck. My dog is 9 - and my research hasn't come up with an affordable option. Can anyone recommend a company that doesn't charge a paw and a tail!? Any suggestions greatly appreciated.
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Diabetic cat
We adopted a cat in December and at the time he was in remission from diabetes. A few weeks ago we found out that he has diabetes again. We kept the high protein low carb diet that we were advised about and he is on 2 units of insulin morning and evening. Can anyone recommend somewhere online to buy the syringes and…
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Taking cat abroad
Hi Does anyone know how you take your cat abroad or done it. We would like to take ours abroad in our motorhome she was a stray so dont know her history. Vets info seems a bit vague. Thank you
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Struggling to get my cat to take her Yumove dose
My vet has suggested I give my cat Yumove for her arthritis, but she clearly doesn't like the taste. I used to sprinkle it on her breakfast but she was eating less and less of it. I'd like to continue using it if possible as she does seem to be able to get up on the furniture more easily than she used to. Any ideas of what…
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Vet issue
Looking for some advice RE a recent vet incident with my bearded dragon. 3 and a half weeks ago he banged his leg while diving around the place as he does and was limping. I duly took him to the vet he's registered at the next day with an appointment with one of their vets who sees exotics. She couldn't feel any break in…
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Dog boarder without license
Our dog carer is retiring and we today met a potential replacement who comes recommended and seems excellent. He has insurance but not a boarding license, which he says is because of the cost. My question is whether there is any implication for us of our dog staying overnight at someone who does not have a boarding license?
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Adopting a new cat!
Morning! We have decided to get another cat as we think our cat would benefit from a friend. We have seen one we like, he's a lovely 1 year old fluff ball. He has been owned, sent to a foster, adopted, then brought back to the same foster. The foster lady said that he had been very social prior to being adopted, and was…
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Cat with allergies
Hi all, So my 2 and a half year old cat has allergies to Birch, Fleas & House Dustmites, diagnosed by a blood test I've started to use the Indorex household flea spray, as it does Mites too, so that was done in October and is, I think, yearly Have no carpet, all vinyl flooring, bed is metal frame & no sofa or armchairs, so…
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Food for 8 month old kittens
Hello, I am looking for some advice from other cat owners. I am wondering if I am feeding my cats enough and whether I should look at changing their food or not. They are British Longhair cats (8 months old) and they have been spayed. They are currently fed Royal Canin Kitten Instinctive wet food and Applaws Kitten dry…
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Mixed messages from vets
Hi Around two weeks ago, my mum's cat stopped eating and vomited black. Obviously, I got in touch with a vet as soon as I found out. It was a vet I had not used before but they didn't charge rip-off prices for call-out. My mum is housebound and I also have disabilities. They admitted the cat for a week and during this time…
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Vet didn't do much...cat still unwell
My gorgeous two year old Bengal had been a tad unwell since his boosters just over a week ago. His third eyelids are showing and although he is playing, eating and grooming as per usual, I am slightly worried. I took him to the vet yesterday and for the grand total of £28, was told he was fine. She took his temperature…
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Kitten Food Help
Hi, I am thinking about purchasing two kittens. One boy and girl. I am on a bit of a budget and trying to work out the costs involved before committing myself. I am stuck with the food, so many conflicting things online, some people say dry food best for the teeth, some people say wet food best to give hydration and help…
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Puppy dilemma
We are registered kc breeders of siberian huskies. One of our puppies went to a lady around 8 mths ago. To cut a long story short, she is inundating us with messages saying the dog went to her poorly and has had her at the vets every week, she has slated us as bad breeders and is now saying she thinks the dog may have…
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Pet Insurance headache
More of a vent really as I am so cross with M&S pet insurance/my vet right now. Our dog was recently diagnosed with epilepsy. She had a seizure on 21st Feb which lasted around 4-5 minutes, no obvious signs afterwards (i.e. she wasn't sick or anything) just a bit dazed so we don't know if she's had more when we've been out.…
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Pet water fountains
Hi We've just got two kittens. We have got fresh water down for them but they keep trying to drink out of the toilet ! I've seen that you can get pet water fountains because they like running water. Anybody got one ? Are they worth the investment ? Thanks Jen xx
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Do your cats wear collars?
Our boys are currently indoor cats, but once we've settled into our new house we plan to let them outside. I remember one of my parent's cats never grew fur in a ring around her neck from where the collar had been for over 15 years. The more recent two would go out with collars on but come home without them, so they gave…
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Injured dog - insurance exclusion?
Hi all, Our dog has recently sustained an injury, in that when she was jumping in the car, she mis-judged and fell back injuring her back leg. We waited a little while and as it wasn't getting better we have taken her to the vets, she has been diagnosed as suffering a cruciate ligament injury requiring an operation at…
