Your Story – Jane & Daisy, Dog Insurance

Posted on November 24, 2025 at 10:55 am by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Jane, to hear more about her dog, Daisy, and what led to her having to make a claim. Background: I’ve always had a dog since being a child. We got Daisy, our current Yorkshire Terrier when she was 11 weeks old; she was in a litter […]

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A Ruff Guide for New Dog Owners

Posted on November 10, 2025 at 9:43 am by The Insurance Emporium

Welcoming a dog into your life is exciting—but it comes with responsibilities. Many couples even see it as ‘practice parenting’. Whether you’ve chosen your pup or are still deciding, this guide covers everything a first-time dog owner needs to know. Before you bring your dog home Choosing the right breed starts with understanding your lifestyle. […]

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Your Story – Gary & Finn, Dog Insurance

Posted on November 4, 2025 at 4:49 pm by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Gary, to hear more about his dog, Finn, and what led to him having to make a claim. Background: I’m 65 and my wife is 60 and we’ve always had pets since we’ve been married. We’ve always had a dog and as kids, we both had […]

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WHEN FIDO MET FELIX – TIPS ON INTRODUCING CATS AND DOGS

Posted on September 26, 2025 at 1:55 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Introducing a cat to a dog

It’s a bit of a stereotype that cats and dogs don’t get on; we were all brought up on cartoons that had cats and dogs as sworn enemies and we often compare cats and dogs; after all, they’re very different animals. Cats can be quite solitary creatures, while dogs are more sociable and were domesticated […]

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Your Story – Jennie & Poppy, Dog Insurance

Posted on September 4, 2025 at 1:49 pm by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Jennie, to hear more about her dog, Poppy, and what led to her having to make a claim. Background: I’ve had dogs before but a long while ago. When I re-married, my second husband was not a pet lover, however, after he passed away and I […]

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Your Story – Michelle & Pedro, Dog Insurance

Posted on September 2, 2025 at 1:27 pm by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Michelle, to hear more about her dog, Pedro, and what led to her having to make a claim. Background: I currently have three Chihuahuas, Pedro, Oreo, and Nelly, I did have a Layla, but she passed away in January. I’ve always had dogs from being a […]

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Your Story – Colin & Gus, Dog Insurance

Posted on September 1, 2025 at 10:24 am by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Colin, to hear more about his dog, Gus, and what led to him having to make a claim. Background: We’ve had dogs and cats before. However, we didn’t have a dog in the run up to my retirement and knowing I would want one for when […]

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WHO LET THE DOGS OUT – WHEN CAN PUPPIES GO OUTSIDE?

Posted on August 18, 2025 at 3:13 pm by The Insurance Emporium

When can puppies go outside?

When you get a puppy, you’re torn between wanting to be out and about with your new furry friend, and feeling like you always want to keep them safely locked up at home so that nothing bad happens to them. Going outside is an important part of your puppy’s development and while your priority, as […]

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Your Story – Graham & Lulu, Dog Insurance

Posted on August 11, 2025 at 11:35 am by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Graham, to hear more about his dog, Lulu, and what led to him having to make a claim. Background: Before Lulu, we had two Irish Terriers and a cat before that. When it came to choosing Lulu, we were looking for an intelligent, good natured and […]

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Pup and Running Costs: The Average Vet Bills for the UK’s Most Popular Dog Breeds

Posted on June 25, 2025 at 12:09 pm by The Insurance Emporium

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Getting a dog is a big decision, one full of cuddles, companionship – and unexpected costs. While most pooch parents will budget for food, toys and check-ups, few might consider how expensive it could be if their dog gets sick or injured. The ABI recently reported that in 2024, a record £1.23 billion was paid […]

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