WE’VE BEEN SHORTLISTED! VOTE FOR US IN THE MONEYFACTS AWARDS 2027

Posted on September 22, 2026 at 9:16 am by The Insurance Emporium

Here at The Insurance Emporium, we pride ourselves in offering our customers the best service; after all, you’re at the heart of everything we do. Our range of flexible policies can be tailored to suit your needs and, should the worst happen and you need to make a claim, our team of specialist advisors are […]

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We Are Family – The Rise Of Pet Parenting

Posted on September 10, 2026 at 2:56 pm by The Insurance Emporium

From birthday cakes and presents to sleeping in our beds, Britain’s pets are increasingly being treated like members of the family. We spoke* to pet owners in York and discovered that for many people, cats and dogs are no longer simply pets, they’re companions, confidants and, in some cases, practically children. What Is Pet Parenting? […]

Tags: cat, cat ownership, dog ownership, pet, pet confessions, pet health


Grass Seeds in Dogs: Symptoms, Risks and How to Protect Your Pet

Posted on August 4, 2026 at 11:39 am by The Insurance Emporium

New data from The Insurance Emporium has revealed that grass seed related pet claims have more than doubled (106%) since 2023, with a further 45% increase recorded in 2026 compared to the same period last year. The findings highlight the growing importance of understanding this common, but potentially serious summer hazard for dogs and cats. […]

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COOL FOR CATS – CAT CHARACTERISTICS EXPLAINED

Posted on March 23, 2026 at 9:22 am by The Insurance Emporium

Bengal Cat Playing With Mouse Toy

We cat owners love our cats; they make amazing companions and are hugely entertaining. But they’re not the most straightforward of pets and sometimes their behaviour can be a little – confusing. From trying to get a mouthful of our coffee, to listening to music, there are a lot of cat characteristics that we just […]

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CHRISTMAS DOS AND DON’TS FOR PETS – WHY IT’S NOT ALWAYS A GOOD IDEA TO GIVE A DOG A BONE

Posted on March 4, 2026 at 4:59 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Puppy Wearing Christmas Hat

With Christmas just around the corner, our thoughts turn to parties, presents, decorations and the one true meaning of Christmas – the food! There’s something very special about all sitting down together on Christmas Day to eat with the whole family, and this includes our four-legged friends. With 68% of UK pet owners buying Christmas […]

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CATCH ME IF YOU CAN – WHY DO DOGS AND CATS (AND HORSES!) GET ZOOMIES?

Posted on February 25, 2026 at 2:18 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Zoomies Beagle Dog Fun Garden Outdoors Run

Most pet owners will have, at some point, experienced zoomies. We’ve all been there; settling down for a nice cup of tea, watching TV, maybe reading, you’ve got your feet up, your beloved pet calmly by your side – all is right with the world, and you are at peace. Until suddenly all hell breaks […]

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Your Story – Theresa & Aoife, Cat Insurance

Posted on November 26, 2025 at 9:55 am by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Theresa, to hear more about her cat, Aoife, and what led to her having to make a claim. Background: We have had cats now since the early 1980s. Although we have never gone out to choose a cat, we have constantly had strays turning up at […]

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Your Story – Helen & Elmo, Cat Insurance

Posted on October 21, 2025 at 11:07 am by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Helen, to hear more about her cat, Elmo, and what led to her having to make a claim. Background: I’ve had cats before; I got Elmo from the RSPCA after losing our last cat to a road traffic accident. Elmo had a twin sister, but we […]

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Your Story – Kate & Figgy, Cat Insurance

Posted on October 17, 2025 at 10:21 am by The Insurance Emporium

This time around, we’ve caught up with our customer Kate, to hear more about her cat, Figgy, and what led to her having to make a claim. Background: I grew up with dogs and got my first cat when I was a young adult. I love animals and how much they add to our lives. […]

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