- Blue Cross advises dog owners to beware of ticks
- March 25, 2011
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Dog insurance customers should be on the look out for ticks on their animals, according to the Blue Cross. The charity cited a recent report by the University of Bristol, which indicated that more animals in the UK have the parasites than had previously been thought. According to Lyme Disease Action, there are three illness that can be passed on … More
- Katherine Heigl adopts pit bull
- March 25, 2011
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One celebrity who might be in need of puppy insurance is actress Katherine Heigl, who has adopted a dog that was used in fights before he was rescued. The star was reportedly moved by the story of a pitbull called Rufus and decided to take the animal into her home, reports the National Enquirer. A source told the publication: “Katherine was … More
- Treats ‘can be useful when training dogs’
- March 22, 2011
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Dog insurance customers with unruly canines might find that using treats is an effective method of training them. This is according to an article for K9 magazine cited by SwellPets.co.uk, which indicated that pets respond well to rewards. Small treats can also be an effective way to attract the attention of four-legged friends who have a tendency to get distracted. … More
- Fire fighter gives dog mouth-to-mouth
- March 18, 2011
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Dog insurance customers in Hull might sleep easier knowing that one fire fighter in the area will stop at nothing to keep their pets alive and breathing. Mike Dunn, gave a pooch the kiss of life after it was pulled from a blazing building on Silverdale Road, reports BBC News. He worked on resuscitating the animal for 30 minutes before … More
- Mariah Carey takes Jack Russells to shrink
- March 18, 2011
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It may not be a consideration for all dog insurance policyholders but singer Mariah Carey has taken her Jack Russell terriers to a pet psychologist to ready them for when she gives birth. According to the Independent, an expert on the breed believes the pooches can be both possessive and jealous when it comes to their owners, so perhaps Carey’s concern … More
- Teens with pooches ‘get more exercise’
- March 17, 2011
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Parents who want their teenagers to become more active might consider taking out puppy insurance and getting their kids a dog in light of recent research. A study conducted at the University of West Virginia found that teens with pooches in the family did an average 32.1 minutes of activity each day, compared with the 29.5 minutes engaged in by those … More
- Tibetan Mastiff becomes world’s most expensive dog
- March 17, 2011
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One person who might be taking out dog insurance is the new owner of a Red Tibetan Mastiff, which has sold for 10 million yuan (£945,000). The sale makes Hong Dong – or Big Splash in English – the most expensive canine in the world. He was purchased by a coal baron in China and his breeder claims the pooch is … More
- Flatcoated Retriever wins best in show at Crufts 2011
- March 15, 2011
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Dog insurance customers might be intrigued to hear the outcome of this year’s Crufts awards. The event finished last night (March 13th) and Flatcoated Retriever Jet took the coveted accolade of Best in Show. Breeder Jim Irvine from Edinburgh expressed his pride in seeing the nine-year-old canine presented with the title. “I am over the moon, I can’t believe it. … More
- Welsh rescue dogs to help find earthquake victims in Japan
- March 15, 2011
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A team of rescue dogs and fire fighters from Wales are in Japan to help with the country’s efforts to recover from the earthquake last week, Labrador insurance customers might be interested to learn. Among the canines set to contribute to the aid effort is a black Labrador called Jet, who was found in Gwynedd before being chosen to receive training, … More
- Missing dog found at Heathrow Airport
- March 14, 2011
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The holiday plans of one adventurous pooch were scuppered when she was found at Heathrow Airport and returned to her owner, dog insurance customers might be interested to hear. Maddie the Lurcher is in no position to complain though, as she spent the last seven months away from her distraught human companion, reports Newbury Today. However, owner Sally England told the … More