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WE’RE HERE FOR YOU THIS NATIONAL PET MONTH

National Pet Month: April 1 – May 2

More of us than ever have welcomed a new pet into our homes during the pandemic, with a rise in first time pet owners.

 

 

So, this National Pet Month – April 1-May 2 - we’re focusing even more heavily on education and support for you, our amazing pet owning family.

 

This year, working with leading vet and pet professionals, we’ll look at the five key welfare needs of our animal companions – Companionship, Behaviour, Diet, Health and Environment – and how we can best provide them as a responsible pet owner.

 

In the coming weeks look out for blogs, interviews, live broadcasts, social posts and lots more as we tackle important pet care topics to help you provide a safe, happy and healthy environment for your pet.

 

Discover:

  • how to spot changes in your pet’s normal behaviour and what to do about it
     
  • how to keep your pet active and healthy, including small furries like rabbits and guinea pigs
     

Learn:

  • How to care for your older pet, including tips on canine arthritis management
  • About why it’s important to get your pet vaccinated
  • Tips for good pet dental health
  • How an employer can develop their own Bring Your Dog To Work Policy so your canine companion may be able to join you in the office

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Latest statistics from NOAH (National Office of Animal Health) show pandemic pet owners are more likely to face challenges with pets due to our changing lifestyles.

“With three in 10 owners welcoming a new pet during the pandemic, there has never been a greater need for education and support around responsible pet ownership,” says Dawn Howard, NOAH Chief Executive.

“With national lockdowns, restrictions on travel and social gatherings, loneliness has been at an all- time high, so it’s no surprise people have introduced a new pet. The benefits to our mental and physical health are proven.

“However, although recognising a pet is part of the family, some owners are struggling to adapt as we return to the workplace and start more regularly socialising again. In some cases, our pets are finding themselves back in rescue or suffering from separation issues.”

Dawn adds: “We need this to change. That’s why NPM will be tackling important issues like separation anxiety, new owner worries and more during this year’s campaign.

“We want pet owners to know there is help available and encourage them not to give up on their pet.

In many cases, there are simple steps you can take to improve a pet’s behaviour. Sometimes just one conversation with a vet or pet professional can make a positive difference for you and your animal companion.”

 

This National Pet Month join us in sharing the responsible pet ownership message. Tell us about your pet.

What do you love most about being a pet owner? How has your pet helped you through a challenging time?

Record a 30 second clip on your smartphone of you and your pet, tell us your positive pet stories, using #petpawsitivity and share them with us on our social channels.

 

Find us on:

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Follow our pages: www.facebook.com/joinscratchingpost (for cat lovers) and www.facebook.com/joinparkbench (for dog lovers)

 

Let’s work together for our pets. #NPM22

 

 

Press Office

For media information, images or to speak to a spokesperson about National Pet Month please contact Taz Thornton or Asha Clearwater at Turquoise Tiger on +44 (0)7920 461 044 or email noah@noah.co.uk

Please note we have access to a range of spokespeople via our coordinators, sponsors and most animal welfare organisations and charities who get involved with NPM.

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