Pet parents prioritise their pets' needs every day, especially when it comes to food and overall well-being. Choosing the right nutrition is one of the most important decisions they make, because it directly impacts their pet's comfort, energy, and long-term health. With Hill's Pet Nutrition, that choice comes with confidence, knowing your pet is getting…
With yet another cold front set to hit, many of us are feeling a little more sluggish, a little less motivated, and a lot more in need of a mood boost. While not a clinical diagnosis, the 'winter blues' are a real and common experience, often linked to reduced sunlight exposure, colder temperatures, and disrupted…
Monday, 16 September, marks Pet Promise Day, an opportunity for pet parents to reflect on their commitment to their favourite family member. “It's a day to celebrate the bond we share with our pets and to renew our promise to give them the best care possible,” notes Marycke Ackhurst, Pet Behaviour Expert from Hill’s Pet…
All hail our feline overlords
The 24th of June marks a monumental day in the calendar for every cat parent out there. No, it's not the anniversary of your cat's first nap (though every nap is worthy of celebration). It's World Cat Domination Day. "Yes, it's the day we acknowledge the universal truth that our…
Treats and spoils tend to be a staple during this time of year and often we include our pets, as who can resist those adoring eyes as they look to you for their treat? As humans it’s natural for us to want to show our love by offering food treats, and most of the time…
Playtime is not only a fun time for your cat, but it is also important for their health and wellbeing. Cats love to play and incorporating playtime into your cat’s daily routine is not usually a difficult task as they rarely need to be motivated to participate. Choosing games that stimulate their hunting and chasing…
There’s nothing quite like the feeling of your pooch laying across your feet at night, or your cat curled up on your lap while you watch TV. While lockdown has brought with it many negatives, the positive has certainly been the extra appreciation we’ve felt for our pets. While our pets have always been there…
COVID-19 has had a profound effect on all of us including our pets, with recent research* undertaken in the US revealing that more than 71% of pet professionals say that the pandemic has impacted the way our pets are eating. As a result of this, over 30% of pet parents surveyed who have an overweight pet,…
10th of September is World Suicide Prevention Day
If one thing is unanimous in 2020 it is that Coronavirus has affected all our lives in one way or another, and sadly some more drastically than others. As World Suicide Prevention Day is recognised on 10th September, the seriousness of this pandemic’s impact on the mental health of…