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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A dog’s sense of smell is at least 10,000 times better than his hooman’s, given that he has 300[…]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

It’s twice as common for people to be allergic to cats than dogs, but did you know it’s not[…]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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