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Sainsbury's finance offers bumper pet insurance deal

Sainsbury's Finance is offering a bumper deal for pet owners wishing to insure their cats and dogs in the New Year.

Dental care bill for nation's cats and dogs stands at over £28.5m

Britain's pet owners face a collective annual bill of £28.5 million for the non-routine dental care of their pet dogs and cats, according to Sainsbury's Finance.

Pets pile on pounds due to Christmas treats

We all overindulge at Christmas, but this year, nearly two thirds (60%) of owners allowed their furry friends to also enjoy festive treats, reveal findings from AA Pet Insurance.

Pets fed on leftovers as owners seek to cut costs

A staggering 994,000 UK pet owners are feeding their animals on leftovers as they try to cut costs in the face of the economic downturn, according to new research conducted for Petmeds, the leading online pet medication and product store.

Pet insurance could be the best present you buy this Christmas

Nearly a third of people (31%) would consider giving a pet as a Christmas present, according to research commissioned by the ABI. Yet worryingly, many pet owners may not realise how expensive vets' bills can be should their pet have an accident or become ill.

Pet insurance is for life, not just when you can afford it

Christmas is nearly upon us, and as the old adage says: "pets are for like not just for Christmas." The same could be said for pet insurance.

Christmas is coming - and the dog is getting fat

Misguided kindness from owners could see British dogs put on nearly half a stone in weight (6 pounds) this festive season, putting them at risk of developing a number of serious illnesses including arthritis, diabetes and liver disease according to pet insurer MORE TH>N.

Continued pet provider churn

Defaqto's latest Insight report into the Pet Insurance market has highlighted a continued trend of provider churn.

Pet owners feel the pinch from poorly pooches

As almost a quarter of dog owners look to cancel their pet insurance policies to save money, esure urges them to continue paying for cover to avoid facing a hefty vet bill.

Pet-ernal instincts!

Brits are choosing to get a new pet in place of starting a family, according to a new survey. A total of 37 per cent of people said they would get their broody partner a pet instead of having children, according to the research conducted by Petplan, the UK's leading pet insurance provider.

Pet poisonings on the increase

Pet owners are being urged to ensure medication is securely stored around the house following a large increase in reports of pet poisonings.

Dog voted most popular pet

Dogs or cats: it's an emotive subject likely to start heated debates between cat and dog lovers nationwide. Tesco Pet Insurance conducted a survey to shed some light on the subject. In a recent poll of pet owners 58% said they would rather own a dog.

Fighting like cats & dogs put on hold

Cat and dog owners aren't known for seeing things eye to eye, but when it comes to the first week in November, past differences are being put aside.

‘Purrmuda Triangle' not the only area suffering from missing cats

Following news of the missing cat epidemic in just six streets nicknamed the ‘Purrmuda Triangle' in Woolaston in the West Midlands, Sainsbury's Finance is reminding pet owners that the problem is not just limited to this area.

Bonfire Night pet fright

Pet owners are being urged to double-check their insurance policies ahead of bonfire night celebrations in case scared pets cause damage to their own property, or that of other people.