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Video: an amazing real-life recovery story

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Posted on April 30, 2012 by Petplan

Sue Millard will never forget the distraught call from her daughter Rebecca, on 6 August last year, after her beautiful Collie-Spaniel cross Ben suffered a 35-foot fall. Here is the story of his amazing recovery back to health. From the current edition of PetPeople magazine.

‘My daughter had been out walking on a forestry road when Ben went through a hole in a fence and over a sheer drop. His injuries were so bad that he’d been rushed to the hospital.’

Looking back, Sue admits that the next few days were a blur for the whole family: ‘Ben was in such a state – it was touch and go whether they could save him. None of us got much sleep. We cried so much – we thought we’d lose him. Read more >

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Spraying: everything you need to know

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Posted on April 23, 2012 by Petplan
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Spraying is usually done by cats to mark their territory. But if your cat is spraying inside your home, or excessively, it could be anxious. Here’s what to do about it… From the current issue of PetPeople magazine.

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Spraying is normal behaviour for cats, but is a problem when it occurs in the home. Scent is incredibly important to cats. Read more >

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Customer story: dealing with diabetes

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Posted on April 16, 2012 by Petplan
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Weeks after getting her characterful cat Horace, Janet Parnell discovered he had diabetes. Luckily, a Petplan Covered for Life policy means Horace gets all the treatment he deserves. From the current issue of PetPeople magazine.

The moment she spotted Horace on The Blue Cross website, Janet Parnell knew he was the cat for her. ‘It was love at first sight,’ she says.

However, within a few weeks of starting his new life, Janet and husband David became concerned that Horace was drinking excessively, sleeping a lot and not grooming. Read more >

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Do pets really have emotions?

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Posted on April 9, 2012 by Petplan
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It’s hard to tell how our pets are feeling. Do they feel emotions as complex as ours? Or are we overly attentive to how they feel? Deirdre Vine investigates. From the new issue of PetPeople magazine Read more >

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Everything you ever needed to know about rabbits… from A to Z

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Posted on April 3, 2012 by Petplan
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Thinking of adding a bunny to your menagerie this Easter? Clare Pemberley offers 26 expert tips to help you keep them happy. From the PetPeople magazine archive

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Your bunny will be much less likely to bite or scratch if neutered or spayed, provided with plenty of space and picked up correctly. Read more >

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Are fleas messing up your life? Here’s what to do

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Posted on March 15, 2012 by Petplan
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Flea infestations can happen even in the most spotless home or on the healthiest, cleanest pet. Find out how to take control of this unavoidable and irritating aspect of pet ownership.
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Everything you ever wanted to know about… German Shepherds

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Posted on March 12, 2012 by Petplan
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Praised for their bravery on the battlefield, this highly intelligent dog breed is one of the nation’s favourites. From the PetPeople magazine archive

Famous for working alongside the police, the German Shepherd is a highly sought-after pet, jumping onto the podium in third place behind Labradors and Yorkshire Terriers as one of the nation’s favourite pooches. Also known as an Alsatian, this breed is a large, solidly built, handsome dog with a sharp intellect and loyal nature. Read more >

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How to teach your dog to seek by scent

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Posted on March 1, 2012 by Petplan
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Ever wondered how police sniffer dogs learn their trade? The basics of seeking by smell serve as a stimulating game for your pet   Step 1 Buy a hollow KONG toy or similar and lock away all your dog’s other … Read more >

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What to do with an unexpected litter

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Posted on February 23, 2012 by Petplan
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Beware – keeping an unneutered pet could get you and your furry friend into a serious tangle, says Justine Hankins. From the PetPeople magazine archive The image of many tiny paws padding about the house is an enticing one, but, … Read more >

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How to clip your pet’s nails

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Posted on February 16, 2012 by Petplan
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Nail-clipping is one of the chores most detested by pets and their owners. Here are a few practical hints for improving your technique from PetPeople magazine’s resident vet, Scott Miller Read more >

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