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IntroductionAs responsible pet owners in the UK, we always strive to provide the best care for our furry companions. When it comes to switching pet food, it's crucial to approach the process with care… read more

Recently launched Frontline Wormer for dogs and cats provides a worming solution for your pet from the brand you trust to protect them from fleas and ticks. A broad-spectrum wormer, Frontlin… read more

It is essential for any owner to be aware of how best to support the rapid changes which puppies and kittens go through in the early stages of their lives. Development from a blind, defenceless neon… read more

Comprehensive Guide to Parasite Management in Cats and Dogs In the UK, pet owners need to be vigilant about the threat of worm infections in their beloved cats and dogs. Understanding the types of… read more

As with humans, being overweight can cause animals similar health issues and with recent research from the PFMA suggesting that half of all cats and dogs in the UK are overweight, this is a an incre… read more

Hyperdrug is proud to be the chosen supplier of medicines and surgical products to very many animal charities - ranging from small, local groups to national organisations. Our pharmacists provide a po… read more

DOGS OF ALL BREEDS EAT BREWERS YEAST TABLETS LIKE A TREATBUT WHAT ARE THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF FEEDING IT ?Brewer's Yeast is a natural feed supplement and by-product of the brewing industry which has be… read more

Just like with humans, proper bathing and grooming is vital for their health and well-being.Grooming your dog at home can be a cost-effective way to keep them looking and feeling their best.Brush Th… read more

Anxiety is a common problem many owners face, especially when welcoming a rescue dog into the family. However, some pets are naturally more anxious than others. A dog is so much more than an… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits. Anyone with a dog knows that dealing with fleas can be a real pain. The worst thing is that the pests might not live on h… read more

High visibility clothing should be worn no matter what time of day at this time of year – after all the better you can be seen by others the safer you are likely to beNow that the clocks have gone bac… read more

Animals hearing, generally speaking is far more acute than humans. Loud noises such as those produced by fireworks – bangs and whistles, can cause actual pain in the ears of animals. It is for this re… read more

Probiotics – or good bacteria – are live organisms which live in your dogs gut. These beneficial bacteria play a number or roles which support your dogs’ general digestive health. This includes assist… read more

Why YuMOVE is great for your pet’s jointsAs the UK’s only clinically proven joint supplement brand, YuMOVE are on a mission to give pets active lives, for life. With 15 years of joint expertise under… read more

How to Take Care of Your Dogs TeethOral hygiene is just as important for your pet as it is for you. Just the same as humans, if your dog’s teeth are not cleaned regularly, plaque will build up on the… read more

Back to work post Covid? Helping your pet cope with separation anxiety.Separation related behaviour – often known as separation anxiety – is behaviour which only happens when the pet is separated from… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits. Often even after treating with a suitable flea treatment you will still see flea’s on your animal. However, this do… read more

Dogs can quickly and fatally overheat not only are most of them covered in thick hair they also cannot sweat so to keep cool they must rely on panting and releasing heat through the pads on their paws… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits.Frontline Plus is a double action flea treatment from Merial Animal Health and the same as Frontline Combo which is still on… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits.An outbreak of Babesiosis in Harlow Essex has dog owners throughout the country concerned for well being of their dogs and h… read more

How to ease joint pain in dogs and catsSigns that your pet is experiencing increased stiffness and joint pain include:Reluctance to walk, jump, or playLimpingLagging behind on walksDifficulty rising f… read more

Hurtta Size GuideMEASURING THE DOG1. The back length should be measured from the withers (not the collar) to the base of the tail, while the dog is standing in normal position.Hurtta Size GuideMEASURI… read more

ARTHRITIS AND LOSS OF MOBILITY IN DOGSCanine arthritis is similar to osteo-arthritis in humans and can affect both mature and younger dogs. Joints become inflamed and painful which in turn leads to re… read more

From building dens to not scolding your pets. Loads of helpful advice for pet owners.Zylkene pet advice for fireworks. From building dens to not scolding your pets. Loads of helpful advice for pet own… read more

UNDERSTANDING CUSHINGS DISEASE & SYNDROME IN DOGS and HORSES.These are conditions where excessive amounts of glucocorticoids are produced. Strictly speaking Cushing’s Disease is where a pituitary… read more

UNDERSTANDING THYROID PROBLEMS IN DOGS & CATSCats may suffer from over production of thyroid hormones (hyperthyroidism) in later life. The signs of this include weight loss plus restlessness and a… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits.The problem ?Millions of pounds are spent every year on insecticidal drops which apparently do not work although they are me… read more

Supplements are widely used when dogs or horses develop stiffness in their joints and a good supplement will help maintain healthy joints and freedom of movement. It may also delay the need for “presc… read more

When dogs or cats are overweight this can lead to health problems such as diabetes and heart disease. Arthritis can also be worsened by the inflammatory effects of obesity.While we control how much do… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits.Fleas can cause irritation where they bite and can make your cat or dog itchy. So look for signs of excessive grooming, such… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits.“My dog does not have fleas”This was the indignant reaction from my sister in law when I mildly suggested that the collectio… read more

A new alert system has been launched to inform veterinary professionals and dog owners of reported cases of parvo virus.@parvoalert by Virbac animal health is a twitter feed that displays the outcode… read more

As we approach the festive season Hyperdrug is warning owners against feeding dogs chocolate.It is not obesity that is the concern but one of the ingredients found in chocolate called theobremine whic… read more

Q. My Vet has never offered me a prescription.A.Unfortunately this is not unusual despite the efforts of the Royal College ofVeterinary Surgeons to ensure Vets obey their legal & professional obli… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits.Allergy to FleasIf your pet is still scratching after using flea drops they may have developed an allergy to flea dust which… read more

Browse all dog wormers and cat wormersPuppies are born with roundworms which even regular worming throughout their lives will not eliminate completely. Worms pass across the placenta from the bitch be… read more

Browse all flea treatments for dogs or flea treatments for cats and rabbits.The way the drug industry works is that when drugs are new, the drug company that developed them has a patent, that means t… read more