Not all fat cats are bankers!

Weight gain in cats

It is estimated that just under a third of family cats are overweight. A cat is classified as obese if it’s body weight is greater than 20% of it’s ideal weight. Like us, cats can gradually gain weight, making it difficult for their owner to notice any increase. It is usually only when the cat is taken to the vet that this is picked up. Continue reading “Not all fat cats are bankers!” »

Would you let your cat play with your ipad?

Would you allow your cat to play with your ipad? Let’s just hope the owner had a good screen protector on it!

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Are premium pet foods really worth their premium price?

What is a super premium pet food?

Premium and super premium pet foods differ from economy and mid-economy ranges. They usually cost more money, and this is due to the quality of the raw materials used in the manufacture of the premium and super premium food. They are also subjected to more rigorous testing, and contain neutraceutical ingredients with prove health benefits, whereas economy and mid-economy foods tend to provide a good, basic nutrition. Continue reading “Are premium pet foods really worth their premium price?” »

Happy Christmas from Clinivet Nutrition!

Have a laugh at our expense – here are the Clinivet team singing Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree! Continue reading “Happy Christmas from Clinivet Nutrition!” »

Microchipping becomes compulsory

It is already law that every dog owner must ensure their dog is wearing a collar and licence tag. From April 2012, it will also be complusory that dogs have been fitted with a microchip before licensing. Continue reading “Microchipping becomes compulsory” »

Flea-ing the scene of the crime

As with most infections, prevention is better than cure, when trying to deal with fleas. Even if your pet does not have fleas, it is better to err on the side of caution and and use preventative methods to kill the fleas as quickly as possible after contact with your pet. 

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Congratulations to Cheryl Harkness and Fidget

Congratulations to Cheryl Harkness, on her recent wins with Fidget at the Kennel Club Agility Festival, Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire, held on the 12th-14th August. Continue reading “Congratulations to Cheryl Harkness and Fidget” »