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Whilst there is a wealth of information on the health of our pooches, very little is specifically catered to our feline friends. Here at Purrfect And Pooch Ltd, we believe when you know better, you do better, and it’s all about helping our fur babies live their best ever lives!

Below you will find all of out educational blog posts. If you'd like to filter this further, just click on one of the these two options.

Getting Purrsonal – The Eyes Have It

Odd-coloured eyes are a common phenomenon in certain cat breeds, such as the Siamese, Sphynx, and Turkish[…]

Pooch Picks – Wipe Your Paws

You’d be forgiven for thinking your furry friend is practising good hygiene by wiping his paws after[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Rough Around The Edges

A great deal of scientific research involving computerised tomography (CT) scans, focuses on the intricacies of the[…]

Pooch Picks – Too Hot To Handle

Unlike us hoomans, your furry friend is unable to sweat through his skin. Therefore, he regulates his[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Look ‘Ear, You

The pinna, or external part of a cat’s ear, can rotate up to 180 degrees to locate[…]

Pooch Picks – High Tail It

Tail wagging is an instinctive behaviour that develops in puppies once they reach three or four weeks[…]

Getting Purrsonal – The Power Of Purrs

Cats purr by dilating and constricting the glottis, which is the part of the larynx that surrounds[…]

Pooch Picks – Bee Careful

The warmer weather is synonymous with an increase in flying insects. Canines are often curious, and find[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Spay It Again

Neutering refers to the removal of an animal’s reproductive organs, which are the testes in males (castration),[…]

Pooch Picks – Spay Day

Neutering refers to the removal of an animal’s reproductive organs, which are the testes in males (castration),[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Feline Fusing

Cats reach sexual maturity between four and 12 months, but unlike hooman females, queens do not have[…]

Pooch Picks – Canine Coupling

Dogs reach sexual maturity between six and 24 months, and like hooman females, dams have an oestrus[…]

Getting Purrsonal – If It Fits, I Sits

Most cat owners have experienced buying their furry friend an expensive gift, only to find she is[…]

Pooch Picks – Sniffin’ Around

A dog’s sense of smell is at least 10,000 times better than his hooman’s, given that he[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Shedloads Of Fur

At Purrfect and Pooch, the well-being of any animal is our top priority, and the services we[…]

Pooch Picks – Walking With Giants

When considering the size of your furry friend, it’s all down to personal preference, but the term[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Love Is In The Air

Cats have a reputation for being cool characters, but that’s not to say they don’t express their[…]

Pooch Picks – Shake It Off

Have you ever wondered why your dog shakes during a thrilling game of chase? Quivering is common[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Falling From Grace

Cats are renowned for their ability to survive falling from buildings, but do they always land on[…]

Pooch Picks – Let Sleeping Dogs Lie

Sleep is thought to assist in the general growth and repair of all body systems. But do[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Nothing But The Tooth

All cats are carnivores, which means that they derive their food and energy requirements solely from animal[…]

Pooch Picks – Canine’s Canines

All dogs are omnivores, which means they survive on both plant and animal matter, and their teeth[…]

Getting Purrsonal – A Tail Of Two Kitties

Whilst cats predominantly use their tails to maintain balance, they are also a great indicator of mood;[…]

Pooch Picks – Barking Mad

The domestication of our canine friends from their wild ancestors brings with it the common bark. Dogs[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Scaredy Cats

It’s not all fun and games for our furry friends at this time of year, especially when[…]

Pooch Picks – Raisin Awareness

Christmas is just around the corner, and more than ever we feel the need to be close[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Furball Frenzy

Felines spend up to half their lives grooming themselves, but this is not purely for the sake[…]

Pooch Picks – Feeling Plucky

If your dog is small and fluffy, or a ‘burrowing breed’ such as a terrier, you have[…]

Getting Purrsonal – It Takes Two

Whilst there are plenty of dog groomers just waiting to take great care of your pooch, few[…]

Pooch Picks – You’ve Nailed It

If you’ve ever heard the clickety-clack of your pooch’s nails on a hard floor, chances are they[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Some Like It Rough

There are a number of things to consider when deciding which cut is in your feline’s best[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Cat’s Eyes

Just like us, cats communicate a great deal with their eyes. Have you ever noticed your feline[…]

Pooch Picks – Doggy Diseases

All pooches in the UK are inoculated against several core diseases, including distemper, infectious canine hepatitis, leptospirosis,[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Catastrophic Complications

All pusses in the UK are inoculated against feline infectious enteritis which causes serious vomiting and diarrhoea,[…]

Pooch Picks – Worm your Way Out

As responsible pet owners, we make sure our furry friends are up to date with their worming[…]

Pooch Picks – Hairy Lips

Every time we do a full groom on your furry friends, we trim the hairs around the[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Not To Be Sneezed At

It’s twice as common for people to be allergic to cats than dogs, but did you know[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Bear With Me, I’m Having A Lion

People often ask us what the difference is between a Teddy Bear and a Lion Cut, so[…]

Pooch Picks – Tickle My Toes

Those cute little doggy paws can be a nightmare to clip if your pup isn’t used to[…]

Getting Purrsonal – To Rub Or Not To Rub

The cute belly of our favourite feline is so tempting to stroke. It is soft, warm, and[…]

Pooch Picks – Feeling Ticked Off

As the weather heats up, we take to the country for long walks with our furry friends.[…]

Pooch Picks – Epilepsy

Epilepsy describes a series of seizures and is the most common chronic neurological disorder in dogs. During[…]

Getting Purrsonal – A Mite Irritating

Ear mites live for around four weeks and are the most common cause of ear infections in[…]

Pooch Picks – Flea From Danger

Fleas are nasty little parasites that can survive without a host for months, so it is important[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Hair Today, Gone Tomorrow

Have you noticed your feline is constantly shedding her fur? This prevents dead parts of her coat[…]

Pooch Picks – Give The Dog A Bone

When deciding whether to feed bones to your canine, it is always useful to weigh up the[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Hot Under The Collar

We all want to protect our fur babies and make sure they can be returned to us[…]

Pooch Picks – Grit Your Teeth

Our furry friends are no different to us when it comes to dental hygiene. They too can[…]

Getting Purrsonal – The Cat’s Whiskers

Whilst you gentlemen out there may think whiskers are a fashion statement, in a feline they serve[…]

Pooch Picks – Anal Glands

Have you ever noticed a ‘fishy’ smell around your pooch’s posterior? Does your furry friend scoot along[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Ageing Gracefully

Cats hide their pain well, but by the age of 12 most of them may struggle with[…]

Pooch Picks – Hair Splinters

As professional groomers we often get hair splinters, also known as hair slivers, in our hands. Freshly-cut[…]

Getting Purrsonal – Cat Claws

Gentle but firm is the approach we use to tackle even the longest of feline nails! Cats[…]

Pooch Picks – Paw Pads

One of the many important things we do at Purrfect and Pooch to keep your companion healthy[…]