Interesting Facts

We would very much like to share as much information relating keeping a dog as possible on this website. We love pets and if we are able to help just one dog owner to understand his best friend a little better then we have achieved our goal with this website. Here are some interesting facts that you should know:-

Siberian Huskies

Siberian Huskies make for wonderful family pets as they are very friendly by nature. They molt approximately twice a year and are very intelligent animals. They do require training and respond well to an autoritive approach in this respect. Exercise is very important if you own one of these dogs and they also require companionship so if you are away from home most of the time then you should buy a companion dog for your Husky. This was added ( May 2008 )

Ticks

It is important to check your pets regularly for ticks especially if you live on a farm, in the country side or in close proximity to other animals. Not only are heathland and woodlands the only infected areas, but even local parks and your garden are prime sites for ticks. If you have recently been abroad then it certainly is important for you to be routinely checking your dog or cat for ticks. The best places to check are around the head, behind the ears and under the jaw. The areas between the inside of your pets legs are a prime spot for ticks to go un noticed for long periods of time especially if the animal has long hair. This was added ( April 2008 )

Ticks Are Parasites

They spend up to 3 days feeding of your pets blood and attach themselves to your pet and are very difficult to remove. They are not only a danger to pets but also live stock, zoo animals, wild life and humans too. They spread disease and discomfort, should be removed using the correct technique making sure the head is not left behind after removal and treated against regularly. See your vet for full details or visit www.fleatickfacts.com right away for more detailed information. This was added ( April 2008 )

Ticks Spread disease

Yes, its true! It's not just the fact that a tick could cause discomfort for your pet, but this nasty little critter could also actually cause disease too. There are ticks in the UK, its not just abroad and UK ticks could give your pet Lyme disease or Anaplasmosis which has symptoms like depression and fever and lethargisism. On the other hand our European counterparts also carry nasty illnesses including Ehrlichoisis ( Spain, Italy and Greece ), Babesiosis which infects the red blood cells and causes anemia and then there is Hepatozoonosis which could cause weight loss and lethargy in your pet. This was added ( April 2008 )

Am I legally obliged to buy pet insurance?

No you are not. It is always wise to have a dog insurance policy, especially if your dog is a more hostile breed, or prone to ill health later in life, but this is only for your own financial well being and naturally it will help you to provide the expected level of medical care required by law at a time you may need to. This was added ( April 2008 )

Must a dog wear a collar?

Yes your dog must is the short answer. See our Dog legal section for more details.. This was added ( April 2008 )

Is there an age limit for buying a pet?

Yes, a child under the age of 16 years old is not allowed to purchase a pet from anyone, even privately An adult may buy a pet for a child under 16 years however, the Law states that the child’s Legal Guardian is responsible for the care of the pet(s) and not the child. Naturally that does not mean that a child is not responsible for looking after their pet, just that the buck actually stops with parents and they are the ones who could be prosecuted. In much the same way as it is the duty of the store owner not to sell alcohol or cigarettes to minors, so is it the store owners duty to ensure that the buyer of any animal is over the age of 16. This was added ( April 2008 )

Dogs Dental Plan

Dental problems are amongst the some of the most common and often painful not to mention expensive problems for our furry friends. A dogs bad breath is usually due to bacteria and if this bacteria gets into the blood stream then it can cause some terrible problems! The bacteria can cause terrible damage to a dogs internal organs including kidney disease and heart valve failure! There is no definite standard, but many pet owners take their pets to a dental hygienist at least once a year.
This was added ( April 2008 )

British Pets Increase In Number!

According to www.projectbritain.com ( Woodlands Junior School ) we are a nation famous for our pets! More than 50 per cent of British families own a pet. The guesstimate is a whopping 7.7 million cats, 6.6 million dogs, one million budgerigars and 18 million goldfish. According to Woodlands Junior School the Brit's are also increasingly adopting exotic creatures such as small farm animals, snakes, tropical fish, and spiders. Well here is an interesting fact; they also estimated 2,000 households now have some sort of reptiles as a pet! This was added ( April 2008 )

Animal Friends Success To Date..

Due to the success of our Pet Insurance Branch; AFI Pet Insurance has recently also launched Life policies for you the pet owners, one to say thank you for looking after your pets and two we think that you deserve it! If you're a vegetarian we will even give you a discount! Summer time will see us launch Horse insurance and Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Cover too. For more information relating to this we suggest you see our insurance website for details.This was added ( April 2008 )

Traveling With Your Pet..

Your pet now needs a passport to travel! Crazy world that we live in isn't it. We would suggest that you start planning well in advance of your trip. You will need to go to the vets as your dog or cat will need a Rabies vaccination. This and a few other details will appear in their very own passport, including your dogs microchip number. Yes, your pet may no longer travel abroad without being first being micro chipped. When you arrive abroad this microchip will be scanned and your pets passport scrutinized so don't be alarmed! A photo of you pet will also be required for the pet passport. When traveling with your pet it is advisable to prepare for the trip. Bear in mind the weather as a hot Summers day can be too much for you pooch to handle, without regular stops nd lots of cool water close at hand. Better yet we suggest you travel early morning or evening if you pet is traveling with you. This was added ( April 2008 )

For her foresight and dedication Elaine was named the 2005 NatWest everywoman Businesswoman of the Year, a prestigious and highly competitive Award given also to acknowledge the fast growth of Animal Friends Insurance which, in a few short years, has become the largest independent pet insurance provider in the UK.

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