Pet Protect Blog

Just like us, our canine and feline pets grow old too. That’s why, age relevant exercise, lifestyle and healthcare interventions can help to ease them through their golden years. Preventative health care for the older pet is about being proactive with early detection of any potential problems, whilst maintaining overall health and wellness. Below are […]

Labradors are one of most popular dog breeds in the UK. They typically live between 10 to 12 years and make great family pets that are fun, loving, gentle and kind.   Key characteristics Labradors are active animals and depending on the age of the dog require the correct levels of exercise to keep them […]

As a nation of pet lovers, we love to treat our cats and dogs and enjoy giving them tasty titbits almost as much as they love to eat them! Just like us humans, our pets will gain weight if you feed them too many treats and may need to lose weight. So how can we […]

Could your cat or dog be a lifesaver? Just as people do, our furry little friends can donate blood as well. Dogs and cats are capable of being blood donors to other dogs and cats in need and, it is usually a simple process provided that the donor meets all the requirements. There are many […]

Who doesn’t love getting a bouquet of flowers or bulbs? Cats and Lilies It is important to ensure they are pet-friendly and do not contain lilies if you have a cat in the house. All parts of the lily are potentially toxic, including the water they are in and the pollen that can easily fall […]

Buying a pet during lockdown became the new normal and thousands of people went ahead and purchased a dog or cat for companionship during times of social distancing and staying at home. People were able to live their lifelong dream of owning a pet as they had more time and working from home allowed them […]

Just like us humans, in the hot weather our pets can get feel the heat and get too hot. For us we can find ways to help ourselves cool down but for pets it’s harder for them and can be dangerous or even fatal to their health. We’ve created some useful hints and tips to […]

With the warmer weather here to stay for the next few months, it is important to keep your dog cool and safe during the summer. To help you as pet parents we have created some useful tips below. Never leave your dog or cat in a hot car. The temperature inside a car can increase […]

Your pets are part of the family and you treat them like your own children, so we understand how difficult it is when you lose a pet. As with any bereavement it can be devastating and an huge loss. Your pet may have been a close companion, a friend or a dog that you go […]

Pet theft With a lot more of us working from home, we are able to spend more time with our pets and some may have purchased a cat or dog for this reason. Pets have become more expensive, not just to look after but to purchase due to the pandemic we are experiencing. Pet theft […]