Care guides

The questions we get asked most in the shop, answered properly, with the vet and welfare sources we checked them against.

• How to choose a cat shampooWhen a cat actually needs a bath, why human and dog shampoo are a bad idea, which type suits which coat, and how to get through the bath.
• Litter box guide for kittensWhen kittens start using a tray, which litter is safe for them, how many trays you need and where to put them, and what to do when a kitten goes outside it.
• Choosing a carrier for cats and small dogsWhat size carrier to get, hard or soft, how to get a cat used to it, and keeping a pet safe and cool in the car, including in a Lahore summer.
• Dog treats and chews: what's safeHow many treats a dog can have, picking a chew the right size, why cooked bones are a no, training treats, teething puppies, and the signs that something has gone wrong.