COPING WITH THE GRIEF OF LOSING A PET

Posted on July 19, 2024 at 1:57 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Here at The Insurance Emporium we talk a lot about how pets are as much a part of our families as humans, and yet sometimes when a pet dies it’s not acknowledged in the same way. We often feel surprised at how much it affects us, maybe even embarrassed; there’s almost a feeling that a […]

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Your Story – Boo, The Labrador Retriever

Posted on June 28, 2024 at 4:31 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Many of us can relate to the notion that as we get older, companionship doesn’t just come in the form of the humankind, but also from pet ownership. Here at The Insurance Emporium, we caught up with one of customers, Jayne, who told us about her dog, Boo, and her recent experience when having to […]

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The UEFA Paw-os – Meet Europe’s Ultimate Dog Squad

Posted on June 28, 2024 at 2:44 pm by The Insurance Emporium

As the excitement for the UEFA Euros 2024 builds and we enter the knockout stages, we’re not just looking at the football teams but also at the furry companions cheering alongside their owners. Showcasing the deep bond between Europeans and their pets, here at The Insurance Emporium (TIE), we’ve delved into the most popular dog […]

Tags: dog, dog ownership, Euros, Football, pet


COMMON INJURIES, ILLNESSES, AND CONDITIONS IN PETS

Posted on May 13, 2024 at 11:17 am by The Insurance Emporium

Most Common Pet Diseases

It is important that you are aware of the signs and symptoms of some of the more common injuries, illnesses, or conditions in your fur-baby, so you can take fast and appropriate action. It’s an unfortunate aspect of pet ownership but factoring in the unexpected, is crucial in caring for your four-legged friend.   We’ve done […]

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NO HIDDEN CLAWS – THE IMPORTANCE OF PET INSURANCE

Posted on May 13, 2024 at 9:40 am by The Insurance Emporium

Should I insure my pet? Is pet insurance worth it? Common questions when contemplating pet insurance. Some might even say that taking out insurance is an unnecessary burden. It’s an unfortunate aspect of ownership, but whether you’re a new pet parent, or your fury companion has reached senior years, factoring in the unexpected is crucial in caring for your four-legged friend.

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It’s Pasta Joke For Garfield – Can Cats Really Eat Lasagne?

Posted on May 9, 2024 at 3:56 pm by The Insurance Emporium

It’s fair to say that we’re a nation of pet lovers with over half of the UK’s population owning a pet. Dogs are the most common pet with 36% of Brits owning one while 29% of households own a cat. With many of us pet owners, over recent years we’ve seen a growing trend of […]

Tags: Cats, Pet Poisoning, Toxic Food, What Food Can Cats Eat


On The Road Again: What Is The Safest Way For A Dog To Travel In The Car?

Posted on April 24, 2024 at 2:51 pm by The Insurance Emporium

At some point you will likely travel somewhere with your dog whether that’s to the vet or perhaps the beach for a coastal walk. However, ahead of travelling with a furry companion it’s important to be aware of what rules apply to you as a both a car and pet owner. Rule 57 of the […]

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THE FACTS BEHIND THE SLOBBER – WHY DO DOGS LICK US?

Posted on April 17, 2024 at 11:56 am by The Insurance Emporium

As any dog owner knows, we love our dogs, they’re part of the family. We give them special names and sing to them, we let them take up most of the bed and buy them their favourite treats; we plan our social lives around them and secretly judge people on whether or not they love […]

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Puppy Love – Get The (Poop) Scoop On How To Toilet Train A Puppy

Posted on March 25, 2024 at 6:18 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Getting a puppy is an exciting time, but there is so much for you both to learn and it can feel overwhelming, from teaching your puppy to sit, to socialising your puppy, there are a lot of new things to get to grips with from the start. One of the most important life skills that […]

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Paws-itively Perfect Easter: How to Include Your Pets in Your Easter Festivities

Posted on March 22, 2024 at 3:18 pm by The Insurance Emporium

Easter is an egg-citing time for people all around the world. For young ones in particular the anticipation of what the Easter bunny might leave them has long been in their minds since Father Christmas came and went last December. Thankfully, this year Easter Sunday falls on March 31st, just in time for the clocks […]

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