Pet insurance: It’s about time you got your pooch insured. Here's why

Pet insurance: It’s about time you got your pooch insured. Here's why

Having said that, one must read through the details of the schemes carefully, what it covers and what not.” Poorvi Anthony, co-counder of a pet retail chain, feels that pet insurance has become the need of the hour.Currently, however, most pet insurance providers offer cover for dogs.As of now, pet insurance largely covers dogs.

'Lifeless' dog found 'almost starved to death' chained to goalpost - 'Broke our hearts'

'Lifeless' dog found 'almost starved to death' chained to goalpost - 'Broke our hearts'

But in the care of a foster home she has put on weight and her personality is "starting to come through".In a Facebook post, Helping Yorkshire Poundies said: "Sometimes there are just no words.

Last dog waiting to be slaughtered at meat shop in China is SAVED in nick of time

Last dog waiting to be slaughtered at meat shop in China is SAVED in nick of time

A dog who was the last one waiting to be killed at a meat shop in China has been saved (Image: HSI) The terrified pooch was found chained up outside the store in Yulin in the Guangxi province (Image: HSI)Campaigners have long demanded the event, which sees thousands of dogs and cats cruelly killed and eaten, is cancelled.

Elderly dog chained to wall entire life overlooked at shelter with no offers for new home

Elderly dog chained to wall entire life overlooked at shelter with no offers for new home

Elderly dog chained to wall entire life overlooked at shelter with no offers for new home (Image: Natalia George) Felix has been overlooked by prospectives owners, possibly due to his age (Image: Natalia George).

Pet security: Pet parents turn to microchips and licenses for their furry friends’ safety

Pet security: Pet parents turn to microchips and licenses for their furry friends’ safety

“The concept of microchipping for pet safety is not new, but pet parents in India are slowly becoming aware of it, and there has been an increase in enquiries,” adds Akshay Mahendru, owner of a chain of pet stores in Delhi.

Pets at Home set for profit boost but supply chain costs increase

Pets at Home set for profit boost but supply chain costs increase

Bosses said sales hit £319.4 million in the 12 weeks to December 30, a jump of 5.8% on the same period a year ago.Pets at Home said: “We, like many others, are witnessing a number of inflationary pressures across the supply chain.

Supply chain problems hit charities' holiday gifts for kids

Supply chain problems hit charities' holiday gifts for kids

Despite an earlier planning process, many gift requests for gaming systems and other items submitted to One Simple Wish have been out of stock, or are facing major shipping delays, said Daniella Gletow, the founder of the organization, which works with social service agencies across the country to facilitate holiday wishes anyone can grant for children in need.

Hermès is selling a dog bowl for £960

Hermès is selling a dog bowl for £960

A bowl fit for canine royalty (Picture: Hermès/Getty)We all love to pamper our pooches, but a new product from Hermès really takes the (dog) biscuit.The bowl – which is inspired by the brand’s Chaine d’Ancre design – is ideal for sharing as it includes two different compartments, attached by a central magnet.

Dog left chained to lamppost on freezing night finds new home after two years

Dog left chained to lamppost on freezing night finds new home after two years

Staff at Birmingham Dogs Home say they spent a long time teaching Wilson how to have fun and feel loved after he was left traumatised by his experience.

Blind Paralympian 'might sue' M&S for telling him to leave guide dog outside five times

Blind Paralympian 'might sue' M&S for telling him to leave guide dog outside five times

After being challenged by M&S five times now, he says he might have to launch legal action against the chain (Picture: John Dickinson-Lilley)He was waiting in the queue when a member of staff spotted eight-year-old Brett, and said ‘You’re not allowed that in the store’.

Woman who visited and fed chained up dog for a YEAR shares joy after finally being able to adopt it

Woman who visited and fed chained up dog for a YEAR shares joy after finally being able to adopt it

Knowing the owner wasn't caring for her properly, Laura spent a year visiting the pooch, which she named Takia, and regularly took videos of the happy hound greeting her with licks and a wagging tail.

Dog who was found chained with front legs chopped off now in loving foster home

Dog who was found chained with front legs chopped off now in loving foster home

Tally has no front legs (Picture: SWNS)A Shar Pei puppy who had her front paws chopped off by cruel thugs in Romania is now enjoying a new life in Britain.She’s incredible happy now (Picture: SWNS)Karen had previously fostered another Shar Pei for her friend Gina McCallum, who runs the rescue charity.

Pet-Friendly Vacations for Spring Break: Orlando, Florida

Pet-Friendly Vacations for Spring Break: Orlando, Florida

The modern boutique hotel chain’s pet-friendly “arf” program provides guests with a special complimentary dog bed, dog bowl and a doggie bag filled with dog treats and dog toys.

Fury after emaciated dog found tied to fence - 'It must have been TERRIFYING for him'

Fury after emaciated dog found tied to fence - 'It must have been TERRIFYING for him'

There are plenty of animal charities in the UK ready to offer help.” It is not known how long Mario was tied to fence (Image: RSPCA) Lead and chain used to tie Mario to fence show signs of wear (Image: RSPCA) Appealing for help to trace those who abandoned Mario, the RSPCA investigator urged angry members of the public not to call its emergency line unless they had information.

Burger King launches first ever whopper for dogs

Burger King launches first ever whopper for dogs

On the heels of the chain's partnership with food delivery service DoorDash, the Whopper restaurant announced that its latest tasty treat isn't for people, rather, it's only for man's best friend. Burger King is promoting its new delivery service with free Whopper-flavored dog treats.

Winter pet dumping scandal: Terrified dog CHAINED to lamp post in freezing cold

Winter pet dumping scandal: Terrified dog CHAINED to lamp post in freezing cold

Last year, the RSPCA were rescuing up to 850 pets a month, with more than 10,000 calls – one every 12 minutes – from worried members of the public about abandonments .Now, in the space of the past few cold, winter days, the RSPCA has witnessed a worrying spike in the number of pets callously thrown on the streets, with the blame likely to be on owners worried about running up vets’ bills in the countdown to the Christmas period.Animal Collection Officer Vic Hurr described how he found the terrified dog after being called out to Esher Road, Birmingham, by worried residents.“This poor dog was tied with a choke chain and was absolutely terrified,” explained ACO Hurr.

Hunt for cruel person who left dog chained to lamppost in freezing temperatures

Hunt for cruel person who left dog chained to lamppost in freezing temperatures

Someone very cruel left this frightened dog chained to a lamppost in freezing temperatures. Someone very cruel left this frightened dog chained to a lamppost in freezing temperatures (Picture: BPM Media)‘I then took him to Newbrook Animal Hospital for a checkup.

How to Teach Your Dog to Perform a Fixed Behavior Chain

How to Teach Your Dog to Perform a Fixed Behavior Chain

Once your dog picks up the toy, start backchaining by cueing “drop it.” Once your dog drops the toy into the box, click and treat. Repeat steps five and six many times, so the dog is really jazzed about dropping the toy into the box to earn the click and treat.

Teach Your Dog ‘Behavior Chains’ With Clicker Training

Teach Your Dog ‘Behavior Chains’ With Clicker Training

In fixed behavior chains and behavior chains with handler cues, parents or trainers offer a primary reinforcer, such as PureBites chicken breast freeze-dried dog treats, after the dog completes the last behavior in the chain.

Wetherspoons to ban dogs from its 1,000 pubs

Wetherspoons to ban dogs from its 1,000 pubs

The company said ‘after much consultation’ it would now be enforcing a policy already in place for not allowing dogs in pubs (Picture: Getty Images)The popular chain has announced it would be ‘strictly enforcing’ the nationwide ban on canines from 10 September.