Posts Tagged ‘petplan’

Strange Vet Requests

Monday, December 10th, 2018

As a profession, veterinary medicine is one in which vets are used to going to great lengths to meet the needs of the families they serve. Being asked to make a house call, visit a sick patient outside in the owner’s c

Convincing the boss to let dogs in the office

Monday, June 18th, 2018

What’s your company’s pet policy? Does the boss allow furry friends in the office? If not, why is this the case? With ‘’Dog on the Job day’’ coming up, now is the perfect opportunity to raise this issue with

Fido Facts | Komondor

Thursday, April 3rd, 2014

Appearance A mop on four legs? The Bob Marley dog? The Whoopie Goldberg dog? The Komondor has been given a few silly nicknames over the years. Whether you refer to this breed with a nickname or as the Komondor it is clea

Fido Facts | German Shepherd

Thursday, March 6th, 2014

Appearance The German Shepherd’s coat is generally a mixture of black, fawn and gold. Dogs may also have pure black or pure white coats but the true colour of a German Shepherd is not known until the puppy coat is

Working Breed Pup Quiz

Wednesday, March 5th, 2014

Get social. Get Rewarded. This March we’re giving our Facebook Fans a Pup Quiz and a chance to win some great prizes! Please read our Working Breed Pup Quiz Terms & Conditions and then get on Facebook and Get

Prevent Skin Problems in Dogs & Cats

Friday, January 17th, 2014

A happy pet is a healthy pet! One indicator of your cat or dog’s well being is their fur or hair. Your pet’s coat should be strong and shiny. It’s beneficial to get to know the ideal coat qualities of y

Pet Proof Your Home

Friday, December 13th, 2013

If you’re planning to welcome a new member of the family into your home be sure to make your house into a safe and comforting place for your new kitten or puppy. Remember that a pet is a big responsibility

Pet Boarding Checklist

Thursday, December 5th, 2013

A printable checklist for you to use to prepare your cat or dog for his trip to the cattery or kennel. To find a suitable cattery or kennel near you use our Petplan Business Finder: http://ow.ly/rsLwu

Water Safety and Your Pet

Wednesday, December 4th, 2013

The temperatures rise in the summer months and there is no better way to cool off than a dip in the pool or playing in the waves, however, if you decide to involve your pet in your aquatic activities be sure he is ready