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Here’s how to care for dogs in winter based on some of your most common queries. Plus, some additional quick tips! Become winter ready for your pooch.

How to Care for Dogs in Winter

Cats love to seek out cosy spots. Offering hiding places like cardboard boxes, cubbies, or soft beds tucked away in quiet corners gives your cat a sense of safety and comfort.

7 Tips to Keep Your Cat Cosy in Winter

Discover essential tips on recognising arthritis in your dog with our comprehensive guide. 

How Do I Know if My Dog Has Arthritis?

Protect your pets from fleas and ticks with Petstock's comprehensive guide. Learn effective methods to get rid of these pests and discover preventive measures to keep your furry companions healthy and happy. Explore expert tips, recommended products, and practical advice to create a flea and tick-free environment for your pets. Visit now for a pet-safe, pest-free future!

How to Get Rid of and Prevent Pet Fleas and Ticks

Learn how to teach your dog these fun tricks; shake, roll over, speak, place, shy, bow & spin. 

7 Easy Tricks To Teach Your Dog

This guide will help you find the best fit for your home and your cat – plus a few handy tips if things aren’t going quite to plan. 

Which Type of Cat Litter is Best? 

All dogs need at least a little of grooming to maintain a healthy coat and improved appearance and smell. The amount of grooming your particular dog requires depends on their breed and the type of coat they have.

Dog Grooming: What’s Involved?

Your cat can get worms from a few different sources. The most common is from contact with an infected animal or the faeces of an infected animal; whether it be another pet in your household or the neighbour’s cat. Nursing kittens often contract worms through their mother’s milk, if she’s infected.

Cat Worming: Types, Symptoms & Wormer Treatments

Winter Advice

We’ve got all the teeth cleaning basics covered, with helpful tips and insights from Petstock VET, Dr Natalia Li.

How to Keep Your Dog's Teeth Clean

Around two-thirds of cats inherit the sensitivity to catnip, while others won’t react at all. 

What Is Catnip? How Does It Affect Your Cat?

A lonely dog will bark for different reasons than a protective one, and the solutions aren’t always the same.

How to Stop Your Dog Barking

There’s no better time than winter to make sure your pup has the perfect place to snuggle.

How to Choose the Perfect Dog Bed

Mixed feeding gives your dog the best of both: crunchy kibble and moisture-rich wet food.

Wet or Dry Food: Mixed Feeding Tips for Dogs

Here’s a simple list of foods that are ‘nos’ and foods that are ‘gos’ for your cat.

What Foods Can Cats Eat? Toxic and Safe Human Foods for Cats

Uncover the signs and solutions to determine if your dog has skin allergies with Petstock's insightful guide. Learn to recognize common symptoms, understand potential triggers, and discover effective ways to manage and alleviate your dog's skin issues. Trust our expert advice for a happier, healthier pup. Visit now to empower yourself with knowledge about your dog's skin health!

Does My Dog Have Skin Allergies

Is your fish looking unwell? We've got tips on identifying a sick fish, how to prevent disease, and what treatment is available.

Caring for a Sick Fish: Diagnosis and Treatment

Cats can be curious creatures. If you’re a cat owner, you’ll have likely learnt to expect the unexpected.

‘Why Does My Cat…?’ How to Decipher Cat Behaviour

At Petstock Puppy School, we’re passionate about shaping well-rounded pups, one paw at a time.

Considering Puppy School? Here’s What You Need to Know.

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More and more pet owners are reaching for salmon-based dog food – and it’s easy to see why.

Why Salmon Deserves a Spot in Your Dog’s Bowl 

Sometimes changing your pet’s diet is necessary, but it’s important to transition your pet to new food slowly so their stomach isn’t overwhelmed. In this guide we'll cover the best way to transition your pet to a new food and avoid upset stomachs.

How To Transition Your Pet to a New Food

If you’re thinking about raw food diets for dogs, here’s the basics you need to know. Including research, raw food types, costs and more.

Raw Food Diet for Dogs: The Theory and the Basics

What should you be feeding your dog? There’s lots of options out there, and this article helps break down the options available to you and your pooch. Raw, mixed feeding, grain free and more.

What Do Dogs Eat? Food Diets and Types

There are many different bird seeds and pellets available that suit particular species of birds. Below is a guide to small a variety of birds and their main dietary requirements. Your local PETstock team can help you find a variety of food suitable for your bird’s breed.

What Do Birds Eat? Tips for Feeding Your Bird

Sometimes, owners feel like the best type of food for their cat is the one they will eat! Cats have a reputation of being fussy eaters; on the other hand, many suffer from weight problems because they’ll eat everything in sight!  Just like us though our cats are what they eat and we should always strive to feed them a nutritionally balanced diet.

What Do Cats Eat? Tips for Feeding Your Cat

Explore essential puppy feeding guidelines, including age-appropriate diets, the advantages of super premium foods, and tips for a healthy transition. Learn about safe and harmful foods for puppies, and how to ensure their dental health and overall wellbeing through proper nutrition.

Feeding Puppies: What to Feed Them?

Discover everything you need to know about selecting the perfect kitten food. From nutritional requirements to types of food, find tips, advice, and recommendations for providing a healthy diet to your growing kitten.

What To Feed Kittens: What Do Kittens Eat?

Diet and Nutrition

So, you’re ready for a furry addition to your family? Adopting a dog in need of a loving home is a great first step, but have you considered what you might need to keep your canine companion feeling safe, stimulated, and comfortable in their new home?

First Dog Checklist

Prepare for a seamless transition when bringing a new kitten home with Petstock's essential guide. Explore expert tips on creating a welcoming environment, introducing your kitten to its new surroundings, and building a strong bond from day one. Navigate the exciting journey of adding a new feline family member with confidence. Visit now for practical advice on ensuring a smooth and joyful experience for both you and your new kitten!

What To Do When Bringing A New Kitten Home

Reptiles are increasing in popularity largely because of reduced space requirements and they are relatively inexpensive to keep (although initial purchase costs can be high).

My First Reptile

These tips should help you settle your new feathery friends in with ease!

Bringing Your New Chickens Home

Ensure you have everything you need for your new pet turtle with this handy checklist. Don't overlook important items with our expert guide.

New Turtle Checklist

Get ready to welcome your pet mouse with our new mouse checklist. Prepare for their arrival and a smooth introduction with our expert tips

New Mouse Checklist: Preparing for the Introduction of Your Pet Mouse

There are many breeds of rabbit, each as lovable as the next, but some are more suitable as pets than others

Everything You Need to Know Before Bringing a Pet Rabbit Home

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