The holidays are filled with joy, laughter and time spent with family and friends. In the bustle of the season, however, it’s easy to forget these festivities aren’t always pet friendly. Purina veterinarian Dr. Callie Harris DVM explains which holiday foods, décor and more pose a risk to pets. She also offers expert holiday pet safety tips… Read more »
Many people decorate their homes with festive plants around the holidays. Others may give a plant or floral arrangement as a gift. Although cats may see them as a treat, some of these decorations and gifts may be harmful. Before bringing any plants into your home, it’s essential to know which popular holiday plants are poisonous… Read more »
Each year as the holiday seasons approach, many dog owners start thinking about getting their dog Christmas presents. Fortunately, dogs are a lot easier to shop for than most human beings, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t put a little thought into their Christmas gifts. After all, Christmas is the season of giving and a… Read more »
Your new kitten’s first night at home will be one of the biggest challenges they’ve ever faced. Not to worry, here are a few tips and tricks on how to get a kitten to sleep through their first night. Welcoming a new kitten home can be nerve-wracking at first—for both owners and felines alike. While… Read more »
As the Omicron variant takes hold and the number of cases is increasing rapidly, Scottish livestock marts have updated their guidance for customers attending markets. The updated changes made by the Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS) are in line with legislation and advice received from the Scottish government. The main addition to… Read more »