Cases of grape and raisin poisoning were 117% higher than chocolate in previous years According to recent research1, claims for chocolate poisoning in dogs in 2022 were 123% higher in April than at other times of the year. Similarly, in March and April 2023, cases of grape and raisin poisoning were 117% higher than chocolate poisoning cases during the same period. Vets estimate2 that nearly 120,000…

74% of pet owners between 18-29 years old worry about how their dog’s feeling with just 43% of boomers expressing the same concern According to a new national survey, 75% of dog owners have stated that their dog gets anxious or stressed, with a shocking 15% reporting that it happens all of the time. On average, owners report spotting signs of their dog’s anxiety up…

This Dogs In Yellow Day, we here directly from the multi award winning founder Sarah Jones. You can read more about Dogs In Yellow Day at My Anxious Dog. The stares, the judgment, the unpredictable moments, it can all feel overwhelming. I used to dread every walk with Bella. My beautiful cocker spaniel, so full of love, was also full of fear. Born into trauma,…

We are a nation of dog lovers – as of 2024, 36% of UK households own at least one dog, translating to roughly 13.5 million pet dogs across the country. This is an increase of 1.5 million pet pups from 2023! With so many households registering their new pet pooches, it comes as no surprise that the UK pet care market is seeing consistent growth…

It’s important to give your four-legged friend some fresh air and exercise every day, however during their daily run around, there can be more hazards out there than you may realise. When the weather finally starts to turn, it’s always a welcome break from our long British winters. However, each new season can come with its own unique set of hazards. Pet healthcare specialists Webbox break down…

As the seasons change, many UK households are preparing for a deep spring clean – but for dog owners, this annual refresh can come with unexpected challenges, as loud noises, unfamiliar scents, and disrupted routines can leave pets feeling anxious. This is especially true if your pet fears the vacuum cleaner. As a very common issue dog owners face, a Statista study* confirmed that for…

In 2024 51% of the UK population owned a pet, which translates to approximately 14.2 million pet-owning households in the UK. And since in 2023 alone, 28,500 out of 111,000 divorce cases (approximately 25.7%) involved disputes over pet custody, 2025 could bring approximately 28.3% of pet custody disputes. Based on current trends, this would amount to roughly 31,400 pet custody disputes for 2025. Therefore, expert Joanna Smykowski, from Custody X Change (https://www.custodyxchange.com/) explains what makes…