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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…
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Question for experienced cat owners
I have got my first ever cat. A kitten who we have had for three weeks. He is now about 11 weeks. He is lovely. Only problem is the inevitable scratches and small bites the children are getting while playing with him. I'm worried if there is any risk to my children's health from getting these injuries. The kitten has had…
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So we have moved :)
Having moved on the 20th December, my zoo and I are now enjoying a ground floor with a small but private garden. With Zara having turned 10 last August and all her legs/spine issues - I am over the moon. George has even managed to source some fresh fast free food... I know the "keep the cats in for few weeks" rule but my…
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Can't afford pet food
Hi, This is my first time posting. Google didn't answer my questions... Basically money is tight for us this time of year and we are struggling to cut costs any more. Does anybody know any good places or ways to get low cost pet food? Are there food banks for pets? I've emailed a few different animal charities, but haven't…
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Strong chair covers to deter 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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Tips- Heel/jumping
Hi, My pup is proving to be a nightmare to walk to the heel. Sits and recall fine. We have even got him recalling to the hand. The pulling is something I must stamp out before my lab because even more powerful. Suggestions please? I say his name and heel, he looks back at me eases up and then goes back into his way.…
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Outstanding vet bill
My cat Tigger had to go to the emergency vets in May 2015...the cost of his stay was £680..this i thought was going to be paid for by the insurance company, but unfortunately they declined and did not pay saying his health problem existed before the insurance was taken out (this is in fact untrue) Hence i was left with a…
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Yumove.
If anyone uses Yumove, I've found the cheapest source to be Fetch (the pet section of Ocado), especially as there is 15% off your first order.
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Would you eat your pet's food?
Would you eat / have you eaten your pet's food if you were hungry enough? Just curious
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Devastated :(
Just been told by OH that he has found my little girl Hades dying on our doorstep. He's not sure what had happened to her but she died in his arms I am so upset she was my baby girl she was 8 years jet black with the most amazing personality I have ever know. She really was the boss of the house I am going to miss her so…
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Dogs fighting
My friend Mrs J has a problem with her two new dogs and any advice would be appreciated. A month ago she took on a Norfolk Terrier and a Norwich Terrier, 8 and 5 years old, both unspayed. They were two of four dogs owned by an 85 year old lady that was taken into hospital. One was kept by the lady’s daughter, one was…
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Dog bit my daughter's face - advice please
In a nutshell, we visited relatives over the holiday period. Two dogs were present, both of which are used to children but not my daughter. She is 4. One of the dogs, a 4to female staffie, bit my daughter just under the eye. It broke skin and is swollen and blue underneath. One person witnessed the incident and said she…
