Pet guides, researched not hyped

Smarter picks for happier pets

Everyday cat and dog problems, solved: scratched sofas, bored indoor cats, dogs that can't reach the bed. We compare what helps and show you the catch before you buy.

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Dogs 7 min read

Securing a Dog in the Car: Safest Ways for Small and Big Dogs

The safest way to secure a dog in the car: crates, seat belt harness clips, booster seats for small dogs and what to do in an SUV boot, with sizes.

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Dogs 7 min

Best Orthopedic Bed for Dogs With Arthritis (Senior Dogs)

What makes a dog bed orthopedic, whether it helps an arthritic dog, and how to choose between flat foam, bolster and crate beds, with sizes.

Cats & dogs 4 min

Best Gifts for Dogs and Cats (and Their Owners) This Christmas

Pet gift ideas that get used after December: enrichment toys, cosy beds and practical gear, with sizes and catches.

Dogs 6 min

How to Stop a Dog Pulling on the Leash (Gear + Training)

Why dogs pull, the stop-and-reward method vets and trainers use, and which harness and leash actually help, with sizes for each.

Dogs 4 min

Dog Ramp vs Dog Stairs: Which Is Better for Your Dog?

Ramps vs steps for beds, sofas and cars: which suits small, senior and long-backed dogs, how to measure, and what to watch for.

Cats 4 min

How to Keep an Indoor Cat Entertained (Even When You're Out)

Simple ways to stop indoor cat boredom: play, climbing, window views and self-play toys, with what each product needs.

Cats & dogs 4 min

Pet Water Fountains: Do Cats and Dogs Really Need One?

When a water fountain helps a cat or dog drink more, which type suits which pet, and the upkeep nobody mentions.

Cats 5 min

How to Stop a Cat Scratching the Sofa (Without Punishing Them)

Why cats scratch furniture, and the scratchers, mats and loungers that redirect them, with sizes and catches for each.

Cats & dogs 4 min

Winter Essentials for Dogs and Cats: Keeping Pets Warm and Dry

Boots, raincoats, warm beds, a heated pad and an outdoor cat shelter: what each one solves in winter and how to size it.

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Size charts, spec images and Q&A, not just the product title.

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What's not included, what's only a seller claim, and who it won't suit.

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