Hilary Ritchie

Have you considered Natural Flea Repellents for Dogs and Cats? Sourcing an effective and safe deterrent for your family pet is important for their overall comfort and for your peace-of-mind. Consider a natural and non-toxic option for cats and dogs...  

One of the key factors in flea prevention is the overall health and immune system of your dog or cat to ensure fleas are kept to a minimum. However on occasions, even healthy dogs and cats may become hosts to fleas.

Fleas are highly productive and one female flea can lay up to 50 eggs a day, mostly in the environment; with a few laid on your pet which can fall off in your home. Their life cycle can be as long as several months and they can survive the

Dogs sunburn just like you and I. Certain dogs are at a greater predisposition to sunburn, including white dogs, light-colored dogs, short-haired and hairless dogs. Regardless of colour, coat or breed, all dogs sunburn.

Dog sunburn is especially common in areas with little to no fur, such as their nose, belly, around the mouth, eyelids and ears. Dogs can also sunburn through their fur; especially white or light-colored dogs with fair skin.

A dog sunburn is nothing to ignore, as reoccurring or untreated burns, may lead to an increased risk for skin cancer. They can also be painful and irritating, just like sunburns for humans.

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What is the difference between the KG Pet Spray and Cedarcide Original Spray?

They are very different products, the Cedarcide Original Spray is an oil (Cedarcide & Silica oil) whereas the KG Pet Spray is a fruit enzymes spray, made from mostly pineapple, papaya, or kiwi fruits fermented for 6 months it is not a pesticide poison. 

The KG spray can be used to help eliminate Mange (all types), Fleas, Ticks, Mites and Itchy Skin Problems. It can also be used to

 Itchy Dog - A Case Study LUCAA+ Pet Allergy-Free Spray

Constant Itching and Scratching is a concern for many dog owners. There are many possible causes – from seasonal and environmental allergies, to flea bites and sensitivity to chemical shampoo. It makes life miserable for your beloved pet – and for you!

This news post shows how Provilan ‘itchy dog spray’ (better known as

We often get asked - how frequently should I test for worms? In this blog we cover some guidelines

Pets can be infected with worms and not show any signs - particularly in the early stages.  Worms in pets can cause the following symptoms:-

• diarrhoea
• digestive disturbances,
• bloating and wind
• coughing / severe lung disease
• weight loss, poor condition, anaemia and IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease)

There are times when you may have purchased the wrong item by accident or when it is no longer needed. 

Upon receiving your order, if you decide that you no longer want it, you are entitled to return your order within 14 days of receipt.

Please contact our customer services department before doing so, please either complete the cancellation form.

Alternatively can you email us at [email protected]

Welcome to the Healthful Pets Loyalty Scheme!

Here at Healthful Pets we want to say thankyou to our many loyal customers and your continued support. Every time you shop with us, you can earn points, which can be redeemed against a future purchase - making shopping with us for your all-natural pet products even better value for money. Please be aware that you can only obtain discount codes through the Healthful Pets website and not through any third party sites. 

So here is a bit of information about our Loyalty Reward Scheme :

For every

Difficulty in obtaining Dr Mercola / Barker & Whiskers Supplements for Pets in the UK

In December 2022 Dr Mercola changed the supply chain of products that they distribute to the United Kingdom. We became aware that it was no longer possible to source specific products for pets. We have been asked by customers to provide information on possible alternatives.

Please beware of scam sites, supposedly selling Mercola / Barker & Whiskers products, as it has come to our attention that fraudsters are taking advantage of the current situation.  Do your homework and research the organisation before considering making a purchase with them. 

Why are Lickimats so great?

LickiMats are great boredom busters that can keep your dog entertained even for hours at times. They encourage licking action in dogs, whether for eating treats or food, as well providing mental and physical stimulation which is very entertaining and satisfying for dogs and the licking action itself even enhances the sense of taste of the treats.

They allow you to spread out the dog food or treat on the mat surface or press