How To Teach Your Puppy To Sit
Getting a new puppy is really exciting, and you’ll be keen to head off on new adventures together. But before you can do that you need to bond with your new furry friend and build a good relationship, and one of the best ways to do that is to teach them some basic commands. Socialising […]
Avian Flu – What You Need To Know
We’ve all heard the term ‘Bird Flu’ recently in the media, and we know there’s recently been an outbreak, but what actually is bird flu, and what do we need to know? Do we need to worry about ourselves and our pets? We’ve put together a short summary. What Is It? Influenza A viruses in […]
[SUBMISSIONS CLOSED] Competition – Win a £250 Virgin Experience Voucher!
We all love showing off our pets and the quirky things they do and now is the perfect opportunity to show them off to everyone! Simply submit your favourite cute or funny photo/video of your pet to us by 2:00pm on 12 June using the link below and you will be entered into our competition, […]
The Cat In The Flat – Tips For Renting With Pets
We are a nation of animal lovers; current statistics show that 52% of adults in the UK own a pet, and our pets are part of the family – where we go, they go. But this can often be tricky when it comes to finding somewhere to rent. At the moment, only 7% of private […]
How Rare Is That Doggy In The Window – Rare Dog Breeds
Humans have always had dogs as companions, although they would have originally been hunting partners or working dogs, and the word ‘pet’ wasn’t widely used until around the 16th century. Fast forward to today and it feels like you can’t leave your house without tripping over a dog in a jumper and matching bandana; in […]
Colleague Profile – Kay Turner
Our latest colleague profile features our General Counsel and Chief HR Officer, Kay Turner. Kay joined The Insurance Emporium as Company Solicitor nearly 22 years ago when she was newly qualified; she later became the Chief HR Officer too, yet she somehow manages to run a household full of animals. Kay grew up with cats […]
Socialising Your Puppy
Welcoming a new puppy into your family is an exciting time and you’ll be eager to start your adventures together; planning walks on the beach, play dates with your fellow doggie parents, and playing frisbee in the park, ears flapping in the breeze. But as well as spending time puppy-proofing your home and hiding all […]
Looking After Your Older Cat
Nobody likes to think of their pet getting older, they’re part of the family and we all want to think that they’ll be with us for a long time. The average lifespan of a cat, depending on diet, lifestyle, breed and genetics, is 13 to 17 years – although Flossie, who at 26 is the […]
Why You Should Adopt A Black Cat
All cat owners know that there’s something very special about cats; each one of them is different, with their own unique personalities, and chances are every one of them is the boss of whichever house they live in; we all know that we don’t own our cats, our cats own us! There’s a reason they […]
COMMON INJURIES, ILLNESSES, AND CONDITIONS IN PETS
It is important that you are aware of the signs and symptoms of some of the more common injuries, illnesses, or conditions in your fur-baby, so you can take fast and appropriate action. It’s an unfortunate aspect of pet ownership but factoring in the unexpected, is crucial in caring for your four-legged friend. We’ve done […]