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Reasons to be cheerful: New study reveals that pet owners feel less lonely
According to a recent study by More Than pet insurance, over a quarter of pet owners reported that they feel less lonely because they own a pet and they also experience lower levels of stress and lower blood pressure. The research - which was conducted in partnership with a team of psychologists from Innovation Bubble - revealed that: Owning a pet appears to reduce blood pressure and stress by at least 10% 85% of pet owners reported a more optimistic disposition – more than those without pets (77%) Pet owners said that they felt less stressed on school nights than non-pet owners...
February is Pet Dental Month - How is your pet’s smile?
Did you know that February is Pet Dental Month? It’s a great time to check-in with your pet and make sure that you’re doing everything you can to keep their teeth and mouth in tip-top condition. According to the The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) 80% percent of dogs and 70% percent of cats have some kind of oral disease by the time they are three and it is one of the most common problems faced by our furry friends. Brown dog photo by Brian Brxtn on Unsplash Why is it important to look after your pet’s teeth? You may think...
Is it time to start bringing your dog to work?
This week the UK government ended their Plan B Covid restrictions in England, meaning that people who have been encouraged to work from home are now being sent back to the office once more and yet again our pets are facing time alone at home. The COVID-19 pandemic saw a surge in dog ownership in the UK, to around 12 million. During the lockdown many owners forged strong bonds with these pets because they were spending so much quality time at home together. Now, for those dogs who are not used to being left alone, the fact that their owners...
Our brand new product for 2022: A Portable 40” Pet Grooming Bath
Introducing our newest addition to the Gravitis Pet Supplies range – our Portable 40” Dog Grooming Bath. This is the third product to be added to our range of pet grooming baths and is ideal for anyone who has been struggling with these familiar problems: You find washing your pets in your own shower or bathtub at home difficult because you have to bend or kneel down, causing backache or knee pain. Your doggy bathtime is very messy or you are worried that your dog could potentially scratch or damage your bath or shower. You struggle to wash your pet...
How often should I wash my dog?
Although we may think of our dogs as members of our family - or fur babies, that doesn’t mean we should treat them like humans. Some people want to wash their dog’s fur as often as they wash their own fur, but in fact it is much better for your dog if you wash their coat as infrequently as possible. Unlike humans whose skin is exposed to the elements, your dog’s skin is covered with dense fur (unless of course you own a Chinese Crested pup or an Argentine Pila) which means that the skin underneath is not as protected...
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