UK Pets Guides
Dogs
Caring for a dog
Caring for a dog is a big responsibility. While they make great companions, they also require a lot of care – daily exercise and a lot of attention. A dog is not a good choice for anyone who is ...Pet insurance
Caring for a pet is a big responsibility, and any accidents or illnesses can soon lead to expensive vet’s bills. However, pet insurance can help spread the cost of any emergency treatment your ...Rodents
Many people like to keep small mammals such as hamsters, gerbils and even chinchillas as pets – they are cute and cuddly and relatively easy to keep. However, each species has specific needs tha...Fish
Fish are far more low maintenance than most other pets – they don’t need walking and cost far less to keep than many other animals. Once you’ve set up your fish tank or pond, fish a...Birds
Birds are very social animals and can make great pets. However, some birds – such as certain parrot species – can live for more than 50 years. Different species’ require different l...Horses
Owning a horse or pony is a huge commitment. While they make rewarding pets, they are expensive, time consuming and require a lot of land. You should seek professional advice before getting a horse, s...Reptiles
Reptiles make interesting and unusual pets but they need specialist care and can be expensive to look after. Iguanas can live for 20 years and snakes as long as 50 years so owning a reptile is defini...Cats
Caring for a cat
Cats are a good choice of pet for many people – they are clean and independent. However, they can scratch carpets and furniture with their claws and may not always want to be handled. Cats live...
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