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Cleaning cat bum (TMI alert)
One of our 6 month old boys apparently isn't the best at personal hygiene and his bum has gotten sore. It's crusty and he's started scooting. I have booked him in at the vets for Friday so he can be thoroughly checked for any issues and we can get the prescription wormer, but in the mean time I want to try and clean it so…
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Tough Dog Bed?
Hi I'm looking for a good quality strong bed/mattress/bean bag for my dog. He's a bit of a chewer and with his adult teeth coming through this has made the situation worse. I was looking for a bed that would stand the test of time. I'd appreciate any help i can get. I have a budget of around £40 max, i know it's a big ask…
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Cat insurance
Need some recommendations as never had to insure a pet before. So far only had a quote from petplan, cover for life or classic. £27/month or £21/month respectively, with two months free so technically less in year 1. That is for 2 cats. Thoughts? Recommendations?
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Multi level activity toys for rabbits?
I see lots of these things for cats, but I'm struggling to find anything suitable for rabbits, or for outdoors, and that is weather proof. Gizmo really loves jumping up and climbing on things. He has a small 'house' which lets him climb on top of his hutch, and also gets various cardboard boxes but I'm sure he would enjoy…
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Cat kidney failure
Our 9 year old male outdoors cat been diagnosed with kidney failure he has had urine and blood test. Prognosis by vet isnt good he said he can give him a boost again like he did yesterday. But we dont want to give up although today i said i take him in in morning to be put to sleep. he has perked up today, he drinks a lot,…
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Average cat vets bill
I'll confess to being a bit shocked by the bill at the vets tonight. I wrongly assumed that it'd be quite a bit cheaper than horses as you take the cat there so no travel time or associated costs. I'm going to ask for an itemised bill when we go back next week for a follow up, but I wanted to know what you expect to pay…
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Advice please cat care
Well Breadcat has been to the vet because she has not been eating properly for the last couple of days. She had a temp and was dehydrated and he thought she had an infection. Needs to go back tomorrow if appetite does not improve. So question is should I lock the cat flap and stick out the litter tray so she does not bolt…
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Emergency raw feeding advice needed [dog]
Hi all, I usually feed my collie the raw minces by Bulmers from a not-very-local raw supplier who delivers once a month, and I didn't get an order in for January and then I thought my dog would be ok on Forthglade/shop dogfood and chicken wings for 4 weeks [before going raw she just ate anything and would be fine] BUT we…
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FREE DELIVERY - Bird Care Range
We are doing the great bird watch this weekend and over the last few months I've noticed it's starting to get quite expensive feeding our feathered garden friends, especially as they go through seed like a dose of salts. I found this site that provides free delivery with all their bird range, that's the houses, feeders and…
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Seems we have a cat....
... We are a 2 kid, 3 dog household and in the process of having some work done. We leave our garage door open because the tumble drier is temporarily housed there and the moisture needs to escape. A cat has moved into the garage about 4 days ago. As soon as I went into the garage from the house, or out of the front door,…
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Strong chair covers to protect against cat scratching
Looking for some good quality chair covers which are also aesthetically pleasing. One of our cats is scratching our dining chairs, the ones in the link below. Need something sturdy but stylish. Any ideas? http://www.harveysfurniture.co.uk/collection/boat/
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Cat treated for hyperthyroidism but is still a pre-exsisting condition
My 12 year old cat had successful radioactive iodine treatment for hyperthyroisism. My annual insurance is due for next month. I had lifetime cover for her. If i renew this will still stand. But the treatment is supposed to be fail safe. So am i tied in to staying with this insurer for the life of my pet even though it is…
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New puppy, sprocker
Hi everyone we are getting our new puppy in four weeks, we haven't had dogs before but have had cats and still have a cat now. We would love all your do's and don't although I realise you could all end up arguing amongst yourselves:cool::rotfl: Anyway helpful tips appreciated X
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Insurance pay out
I have an Animal Friends insurance policy, time limited and it states it covers up to £1000 per annum per condition. Excess £99. My puppy needs to get allergy tests done, no sign of this condition occurred before I took out the policy. The vet has estimated £808 for the blood/skin tests. I wanted to get a pre approval from…
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Kennel Club Names
How do they work? I know my dog's kennel club name, but just wondered how it was chosen? Is one bit from the mum, one from the dad, and one individual to my dog?
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UK Seller of a Tunnel dog flap for cavity wall
Hi All We are putting a dog flap for our spaniels in our cavity wall , it needs to be 13 inches length , just cannot find a UK seller on google/EBAY....has anyone on MSE got one and /or a link to where we can buy one in the UK? Thanks
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Heartbroken
I lost my beautiful girl (Cat) yesterday, and i am heartbroken I just can't think straight and my heart hurts, i had her for 12 years and she has been there and helped me through some really horrific times in my life, i'd sit and talk to her when i was upset etc and we also enjoyed lots of great times together She started…
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Deaf cats?
Does anybody have any experiences of deaf cats that they can share with me? There was a deaf kitten at the rescue today that is probably a suitable moggy for us. There's also a deaf cat that I didn't get to meet as we ran out of time and I'm thinking of going back to see him/her. I did fall for an older gentleman but given…
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Neighbours dog barks 10-15hrs a day a few doors down. What do I do?
Hi all, One of the neighbours a few doors down has their dog barking all night long nearly every day and it's driving me nuts. I can't see which house it's from but I can hear the dog easily. The thing starts barking from 9pm until 8am non-stop every day and I can't sleep with this nuisance. What do I do? No doubt the…
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trimming cats nails?
Hello, has any one here had to get their cats nails trimmed, if so did you do it yourself, take them to the vet clinic or a pet groomer? Elsa is the first cat i have owned (had dogs prior) and noticed the last couple of weeks her nails have started to catch more on furniture, carpet and sometimes she has to really tug to…
