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For a dog, meeting someone new is incredibly exciting. It’s an overwhelming overflow of senses, new smells, new sounds, someone new to play with. Meeting someone new or even meeting the same person after a while apart can manifest in lots of jumping up, licking and hyperactive behaviour.

Having a baby on the way is an exciting time for all involved and it’s important to feel well prepared for this new venture. While preparing everything you need for the arrival of your new baby, it’s also important to prepare your pets for this often overwhelming change to the household. Preparation should ideally start before the baby arrives so we’ve put together a list of ways that you can help your cat or dog adjust to this big change.

Kennel cough is particularly common around this time of year, as staying in environments such as kennels can cause the disease to spread. At its best, kennel cough can be an annoyance for your dog but at its worst – kennel cough can be fatal. Let’s take a closer look at kennel cough and at ways to treat it to ensure it doesn’t develop into something more serious, like pneumonia.

Did you know that teeth and gum problems occur in eight out of ten cats that are over the age of three? This means it’s important to look after your cat’s mouth from an early age.

Now that the weather is getting warmer, it’s important to look out for any signs that your dog is struggling.

Knowing how your dog is feeling can help you to know how to make them most comfortable and can also give you important warning signs that they may be more easily spooked.