Pets

Preloved Restricts The Sale Of Small Rabbit Hutches
Rabbits are often kept in accommodation less than 2 meters wide, which is far too small for them. That’s why Preloved are removing all small hutches intended for rabbits.

Biting And Nipping: How To Train Your Puppy
Biting is an inevitable part of having a puppy but it can also be one of the most frustrating things. But, do not worry… Pawsibilties are here to let you know how to train your puppy to stop them from biting and nipping.

Preloved Introduces Mandatory Microchipping For Cats
From October 2020, Preloved has introduced mandatory microchipping for cats being rehomed on it’s site. But why, and what does this mean for sellers?

How To Keep Your Dog Calm During Fireworks
Bonfire night can be a very scary time for our anxious dogs. We spoke with veterinarian, Dr Linda Simon, MVB MRCVS, a consultant working with pet health food company, Pooch & Mutt, to find out how to keep your dog calm during the fireworks.

8 Effective Ways to Keep Your Dog Busy Indoors
We have all been staying at home, spending quality time with our furry pals. However dogs are busy and restless creatures, so keeping them busy can be a challenging task. Here’s 8 effective ways you can keep your dog busy during lockdown.

The Developmental Stages Of A Kitten: A Guide By Preloved
If you’re looking to introduce a little furry friend into your family home, we think it’s important that you have the right information about its developmental stages before you starting the rehoming process. Knowing the major growth milestones of a kitten is vital to making informed decisions about bringing a bundle of fluff into your home.

Home Visits: What Do Rescue Shelters Look For?
We see lots of people looking to rehome animals, but they struggle to meet the criteria of registered shelters. This blog discusses home visits, to get a better understanding of what is in place and why. This can hopefully help to reduce the number of pets still in need of a nurturing home but also the amount of potential loving owners that are still looking.

Why Preloved Doesn’t Permit ‘Free To Good Home’
We enforce a minimum listing price for pet adverts under cats, dogs, rabbits, and ‘other’. This is in an attempt to discourage “Free To A Good Home” and deter untrustworthy buyers.

Equine Microchipping Becomes Compulsory
From the 1st of October, equine microchipping (horses, ponies, and donkeys) will become mandatory in England. This means that all equine owners will have to microchip their animals before autumn arrives.

Has The Pandemic Triggered A Pet Rehoming Crisis?
Has The Pandemic Triggered A Pet Rehoming Crisis? Those with pets before the virus may now find it impossible to care for their four-legged friends. On the flip side, those who welcomed a pet during lockdown may not now be willing to take on the long-term commitment.