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First Christmas without a pet
I'm not looking forward to Christmas this year. It's the first without my cat, she died in June after 19 years of being with us. When I put the tree up she always sniffed it and looked amazed. Also a neighbour has a tuxedo cat and it is getting a lovely winter coat on. I miss not seeing that this year. We buried tiggy in…
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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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Gitdog wants a coat. Update with pics.
Never bothered with dog coats before - had a waxed one for my last but she refused to walk with it on so the coat was rehomed. However Gitdog is a sensitive little soul (when it comes to cold, if not for anything else) and is currently doing his best hypothermic pooch impression. And that's before we set foot out of…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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
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Red blotches on skin after petting chocolate lab.
I have two labs that live together. A chocolate one and a golden one. Both healthy, beautiful coats, immunised, exercised and have that advantage treatment once a month. Tonight I was giving the golden one some hugs and all fine. When I moved onto the chocolate one I immediately felt itching and burning on my arm and now…
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End of PDSA Veterinary services.
I have received today a letter and leaflet from the PDSA stating that they can no longer afford to fund veterinary services for people who are in receipt of state benefit. The previous scheme is to run until the end of the six month certificate previously awarded to each client to be presented at their vets and a…
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Food guarding
Has anyone else had this issue with a puppy? Have never experienced this before with any of our previous dogs, but this one is a real problem. I thought we had completely resolved it as he has been so good for ages and then today out of the blue my OH went to pick up a bit of food that had come out of his bowl and he…
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Rescue Dog Problems - advice please
I volunteer at a local dog rescue and one of the dogs there is really beginning to get to me and I'm wondering if I'm about to lose my senses by adopting him!! All the dogs are lovely and it's great when you see them go off to loving families. However this one has twice been rehomed and twice come back. I'm pleased that…
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Unhappy with vet - should I pay?
Hi all, long story cut short - vet operated on my dog to remove a lump from his leg. He admitted that there was not a lot of skin left to seal the wound and that the wound was tight. Ive done everything by the book and despite antibiotics and complete bedrest the wound continued to become more inflamed and the stitches…
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Old dog, strange behaviour.
Hope someone who's experienced this, might shine a light on what my old dog is going through and how to help us. I wrote about Jaffa's death and Paddy's adoption years back. I adopted him aged 9 I was told, a Cocker Spaniel. So 16 or 17now is the Vet's estimate. He is now completely blind due to cataracts. He's happy. We…
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BOGOF Flea Treatment for Pets (Advantage)
http://www.petshop.co.uk/Brand/Advantage Good deal at £10 per pack. Even better deal on BOGOF so £5 per pack Usually about £14 from vets per pack.
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The joy and the agony - a tribute to my cat
I've made the agonising decision to have my 17 yr old Fido cat euthanised tomorrow. She lives up north with my parents and over the weekend she developed sudden onset blindness. Parents took her to the vet yesterday morning and she thinks it's due to heart disease. She detected a grade 1 heart murmur 2 years ago when Fido…
