16 Apr National Pet Month
National Pet Month
Every April we are encouraged to celebrate the joy that pets bring to our lives through National Pet Month.
The five main aims and objectives of National Pet Month are:
- Promote responsible pet ownership
- Make people aware of the mutual benefits of living with pets
- Increase public awareness of the role of pet care specialists
- Raise awareness of the value of working and assistance companion animals
- Encourage fundraising for UK pet welfare charities and organisations
Responsible pet care practices
- These are essential for ensuring the health, happiness and well-being of our pets. Here’s just a few of the key ways in which we can care for our pets:
- Microchipping – this is currently mandatory in dogs and soon to be in cats too. It’s a great way of making sure you’re doing all you can to be reunited with your pet should they get lost.
- Nutrition – making sure your pets are fed a balanced and healthy diet, suitable for their requirements is an important part of pet care.
- Regular vet check-ups – routine check-ups such and ensuring annual vaccinations can keep your pet fighting fit.
- Exercise – pets require regular exercise and it’s important that they are walked enough and given the space to run around.
Living with pets
Living with pets can bring numerous benefits to both physical and mental well-being.
- Companionship – pets provide unconditional love and companionship and can reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation.
- Increased physical activity – owning a pet encourages exercise though activities such as walking and playing.
- Enhanced mood – pets are great mood boosters and can help improve the mental health and wellbeing of their owner.
4Paws Pet Insurance
One of the best ways you can support your pet is to make sure they are well cared for when it comes to any accidents or illnesses that may occur during their lifetimes. One of the best ways pet owners can do this is to take out pet insurance to make sure their vet fees are covered should the worst happen. 4Paws offers a range of different pet insurance products to suit all people and budgets and they provide cover for dogs, cats and rabbits. Find out more about 4Paws pet insurance and give the team a call today!
Find out more about National Pet Month!
The 4Paws Team
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