Ticks in the UK: Scheme to Promote Tick Awareness

Posted on June 24, 2020 at 9:45 am by The Insurance Emporium

Owning a pet can lead to many fantastic adventures, so the last thing you want is for these to be curtailed by your dog or cat picking up a tick. A public health scheme has been created by the government in order to increase tick awareness and provide tick surveillance. We spoke to our pet […]

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Can I Take My Pet to the Vet During Lockdown?

Posted on April 30, 2020 at 3:47 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Due to the current government-imposed lockdown, it can be difficult to know what we can and can’t do, especially when it comes to our pets. At The Insurance Emporium, we want to make sure pet owners understand the best ways they can look after their pets at this difficult time. That’s why we’ve put together […]

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Is it Safe for Pets to Eat Pancakes?

Posted on February 21, 2020 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

Pancake Day can be a fantastic excuse to indulge in a tasty treat! But if your dog or cat is greedily eying up your neatly arranged Shrove Tuesday extravaganza, it can sometimes be hard to deny them a bite to eat. Is it safe for pets to eat pancakes, or is it something you should […]

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Pet Trends to Look Out For in 2020

Posted on January 28, 2020 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

Here at The Insurance Emporium, we can’t believe we’re at the start of another year, let alone another decade! As we look forward into 2020, it’s exciting to think about all the magical adventures we’ll share with our cats and dogs for the year to come. As an increasing number of pet owners are humanising […]

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How to be a More Eco-Friendly Pet Owner

Posted on January 26, 2020 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

As pet owners, we all want to do what we can for the health and wellbeing of our furry friends. But did you know, the way you treat your pets can have a surprisingly large impact on the environment, too? Everything from what you feed them to the pet products you use can have an […]

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How to Clean your Pet’s Teeth

Posted on January 25, 2020 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

Keeping teeth clean and healthy is important not just for us humans, but also for our pets! Without proper attention being paid to your dog or cat’s oral hygiene, they can be at risk from developing dental disease. We’ve spoken about dental disease in pets before, but thought that it was time to look in […]

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The Importance of Microchipping Your Cat

Posted on January 20, 2020 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

As cat owners, we never want to have to think about our feline friends going missing. Unfortunately, these things can and do happen! At The Insurance Emporium, we’ve noticed some news stories about cats being rehomed before their owners have found them! In 2016, a new law came into effect which made microchipping your dog […]

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Most Common Pet Insurance Claims

Posted on December 22, 2019 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

As dog or cat owners, you never want to be in a position where you have to make a claim on your pet insurance! However, insurance could help ease the financial burden if your pet becomes ill or injured. We’re sharing information on some of the most common cat and dog insurance claims of 2018, […]

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Purrfect Christmas Gift Ideas for Cats

Posted on December 13, 2019 at 4:22 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Like it or not, this year’s Christmas adventures are just around the corner! While you’re busy hunting presents for your friends and family, we’re sure you’ll also want to get a festive treat for your feline too! If you’re struggling to know what to give them, never fear, because here at The Insurance Emporium we’ve […]

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How to make a Successful Instagram Account for your Pet

Posted on December 8, 2019 at 10:30 am by The Insurance Emporium

If, like us, you’re a massive fan of fur babies everywhere, you’ll be familiar with the countless cats and dog on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube! From Grumpy Cat to Doug the Pug or Doge to Henri, le Chat Noir, pets dominate the online world. If you’ve been wondering how to get your four-legged friend in […]

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