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Sims 3 Pets will be out on 21 October 2011 Create perfect – or imperfect – pets for your Sims, from fierce guard dogs to destructive kittens to trusty horses and more as you determine not only how your Sims’ pets look but their personality traits as well. With a variety of new activities and social interactions, take control of these pets and experience the world from their perspective. Give   Read More ...

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Many people in Britain have a dog as a pet, and this can often make going on holiday very expensive. If you have more than one dog the cost escalates even further, as the cost of booking these dogs into a kennels can cost you a small fortune before you have even gone anywhere yourself. There is a growing trend of taking our pets away with us, and more and   Read More ...

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We are pleased to have this guest article from Malcolm Welshman, author of Pets in a Pickle TIME FOR TALKIES by Malcolm  D. Welshman Author of Pets in a Pickle   During my life as a vet, I’ve often got stressed. On those occasions, I seek out my Jack Russell, Pip, for a good talking to. He’s usually to be found chilling out in front of the Aga, warm as   Read More ...

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Owning a pet can be a wonderful experience, they often provide the owner with an unconditional love that cannot be found anywhere else. Pet adoption can be a popular way for people to bring an animal into their home. The problem is that not enough people look into the details about adopting a pet before they go ahead and do it. This leads to the problem that many people will   Read More ...

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Yes that time of year is upon us once again, the schools are closed, offices are half staffed and the rain has changed to annoying drizzle that soaks you in seconds. Yes people, the British summer is here again. This is also the time when hundreds of us have to decide whether or not to take the hairiest family member on holiday, no not Auntie Millie this time, the dog.   Read More ...

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There are several varieties of worms capable of infecting your pet. First, it is important to determine what worm type Fido is infected with. Detection early on is key, and learning to recognise the symptoms of it is important. These may include appetite loss, diarrhoea, weight loss, and coughing to name just a few. If you have any uncertainties pay a visit to your vet. This is not always necessary   Read More ...

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For animals, a visit to the vet is probably much like visiting the dentist for a person. Therefore when you are selecting a veterinary practice you should make the decision carefully. At the vet it is important that your pet is relaxed and comfortable in its surroundings. A veterinary surgery is a busy place and this atmosphere can make pets anxious. Having a large dog myself has lead me to   Read More ...

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