Pet Protect Blog

It’s challenging to stop bad behaviours with a strong reward history. Sometimes these behaviours develop as your dog matures. Sometimes, it’s a single episode where your dog learns that these behaviours “work” and it’s a learned behaviour. If your dog has been getting treats off of your plate every time he whines, it could take […]

What is a Husky dog? The Husky dog is a working dog breed that originated in north-eastern Siberia, Russia. The breed belongs to the Spitz genetic family. It is recognizable by its thick furred double coat, pointy ears, curled tail and distinctive markings. Is a Husky dog and a Malamute the same? Although often mistaken, […]

What is Pet Insurance? Pet insurance helps to cover the cost of vet treatment if your pet becomes ill or gets injured. It could help you cover the cost of an unexpected and potentially high vet bill. Pet insurance aims to help customers meet the cost of expensive treatments and provide your pet with the […]

The Irish Setter The Irish Setter are very distinct looking dogs. Over the years have become popular both in the show ring as well as family pets. Bred as working dogs, these setters are among the oldest of their type. Irish Setters were first bred in Ireland where they made their mark as being excellent […]

With Lucy’s Law coming into action in October 2018, the importance of buying a puppy from a reputable breeder is at a all time high. See below our top tips to finding and spotting a reputable breeder: Word of Mouth Have you been recommended the breeder by a friend? Or has this breeder been mentioned […]

Advice on buying a puppy or getting a dog Buying a puppy or getting a dog  is an exciting time. Before you welcome your new canine friend into your family, here are some key things to consider:   Can I make a lifetime commitment? Dogs can live well into their teens if cared for properly. […]

Bringing your new puppy home Bringing your new puppy home is an exciting time! Whether you are an experienced dog owner or it’s your first time adopting a puppy it’s vital to properly prepare for their arrival. If prepared it will help to make it as stress-free as possible for the both of you. Here’s […]

Pet Fire Safety National Pet Fire Safety is recognized each year on 15 July. Having measures in place now in case of the unfortunate event of a fire can save both you and your pet. Below are some Pet Fire Safety Tips. Fire Prevention Test smoke alarms regularly – Simply put: Smoke alarms save lives […]

Kitten to Cat How old are kittens when they open their eyes for the first time? Kitten’s begin to open their eyes from 1 week to 10 days. A kitten this age is smaller than your hand. At 3 weeks a kitten’s eyes are fully open, ears are erect, and teeth are visible. Kittens this […]