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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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How cats and dogs can live happily ever after

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Posted on July 11, 2011 by Petplan
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Everyone knows that cats and dogs fight like… well, cats and dogs. But, by following our simple expert advice, you can make sure that they live in harmony together. From the PetPeople magazine archive

On thousands of sofas across the country you’ll find a dog and a cat, sometimes even nuzzled up together. Domesticated animals have adapted over many generations and are able to thrive in circumstances their wild cousins wouldn’t recognise. So multi-pet households can be harmonious. However, it will take time and patience, and the first meeting is the key. Read more >

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Is your jealous pet ruining your relationship?

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Posted on June 6, 2011 by Petplan
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Pets often demand a lot of care and attention – and this can put a strain on other relationships in your life. We take a look at what to do when your pet becomes a green-eyed monster. From the PetPeople magazine archive

When your dog insists that you cuddle up to him and not your new partner, or your cat disappears in a huff every time your partner shows their face, it could be down to a case of pet jealousy.

The problem of jealous pets is now of such sensitivity that Battersea Dogs & Cats Home have offered their advice to pet owners about how to best to bring your pet and new partner together. ‘Jealous pets can be a deal-breaker for relationships, especially in the early stages,’ says Pat Moore, Battersea’s behaviour unit manager. ‘Over-compensating by mollycoddling them doesn’t work either, Read more >

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How to make your pet allergy a thing of the past

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Posted on March 7, 2011 by Petplan
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Your new pet has arrived and is just starting to settle into its new home. And then it hits you – you’re allergic to this beautiful bundle of joy. What do you do? We examine the options for people allergic to their pets. From the PetPeople magazine archive

Pet allergies are, at best, a nuisance. At worst, they can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. If you plan to get a pet, you might be frustrated to learn that some dogs can make you itch and cats make you sneeze. But can allergy sufferers live with pets? Read more >

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Is the man in your life a cat?

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Posted on January 12, 2011 by Petplan
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He’s self-reliant, spurns affection, comes home late and never tells you where he’s been… remind you of anyone? Give your cat the space he needs and you’ll both be happy. From the PetPeople magazine features archive.

It may be a stereotype, but there’s no denying that women and cats seem to go together. Is it simply because they’re inherently feminine and sensual – or is there more to it? I’ve long been fascinated by the bond between people and pets, and recently conducted a survey about owners’ relationships with their moggies. A massive 96 per cent of the respondents were women. Which is not to say that men don’t like cats, it’s just that women are more likely to talk about them. Read more >

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