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April 17, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Best Pet Insurance UK 2026 – Honest Comparison From Real Pet Owners

Last updated: 10 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

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This article is for information only and does not constitute financial advice. Always check the policy terms with the provider before buying.

Finding the best pet insurance UK providers offer is one of those jobs that feels boring right up until your dog swallows a sock and you're staring at a £3,000 surgery bill. We've been there. Between the CoolCuration team, we own cats, dogs, and a collective sense of dread every time one of them does something stupid near a staircase. So we put together this honest comparison of the top UK pet insurance providers for 2026, covering what they actually cost, how claims really work, and which one suits different types of pet owner.

Pet insurance feels like a waste of money right up until the moment you need it. Then it feels like the smartest £30 a month you've ever spent.

The pet insurer we use most

Of the providers here, ManyPets is the one most of the team have ended up with, mainly for the once-a-year excess and quick claims. Check it suits your pet and budget before you buy.

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Published by Stiv in Cat Lovers, Dog Lovers, Pets, Services

Tags: best pet insurance uk, cat insurance, Direct Line, dog insurance, lifetime pet insurance, ManyPets, pet insurance, pet insurance comparison, Petplan, Waggel

April 3, 2026 — Comments are off for this post.

Feliway vs Pet Remedy: Which Calming Plug In Is Best? (2026)

Last updated: March 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

If you have got an anxious cat at home, you have probably come across two big names in calming plug ins: Feliway Optimum and Pet Remedy. We bought both, tested them side by side, and paired them with smart plugs to squeeze more value out of each refill. In this Feliway vs Pet Remedy comparison, we share our honest experience, including what worked, what didn't, and a couple of bonus products that made a real difference.

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Published by Stiv in Cat Lovers, Comparison, Comparisons, Dog Lovers, Pets, Reviews, Smart Home

Tags: Adaptil, calming diffuser, cat anxiety, Feliway, pet calming, Pet Remedy, pet stress, plug in diffuser, smart plug, Tapo

November 13, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

SureFeed Feeder Review UK: Is It Worth the Price?

Last updated: 24 March 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

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Cool Factor: 4/5

If you live with more than one cat, you already know the villain of this story. In our house, we have The Grazer and The Food Thief. The Grazer is a gentle soul who nibbles throughout the day. The Food Thief is a vacuum in a fur suit who inhales his own food in seconds, then marches over to hers like he's collecting rent.

This SureFeed feeder review starts at the moment I realised I was spending half my life escorting bowls behind closed doors and emotionally counselling a skinny, bullied cat who just wanted her calories in peace. I needed a way to stop the theft without turning our home into an escape room. So we bought the SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder, and after more than six months of daily use, here is exactly how it went.

Published by Stiv in Cat Lovers, Reviews, UK Made

Tags: automatic cat feeder wet food, best cat feeder for multiple cats, cat acne plastic bowls, cat feeding gadgets, Cool Curation cat lovers, microchip cat feeder, microchip vs RFID cat feeder, multi cat feeding solutions, stainless steel cat bowls, stop cat stealing food, Sure Petcare review, SureFeed feeder review, SureFeed Microchip Pet Feeder

October 25, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

ManyPets Review UK: Is It Worth It? (Honest 2026 Opinion)

Last updated: 9 June 2026

By Stiv · Design, technology and personal finance

This is an opinion piece. Views expressed are the author's own and do not constitute professional advice.

This article contains affiliate or referral links. If you click through and sign up I may earn a commission or referral bonus at no extra cost to you. It does not affect my editorial view.

Cool Factor: 4/5

This ManyPets review is our honest take on one of the UK's most popular pet insurers. We've looked closely at the plans, pricing, claims record, and small print to help you decide whether ManyPets is actually worth your money. Spoiler: it's very good, but it's not without a few catches you should know about before signing up.

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Published by Stiv in Cat Lovers, Dog Lovers, Reviews, Services

Tags: best pet insurance uk, cat insurance 2026, dog insurance 2026, lifetime pet cover, manypets amazon voucher, manypets claims, manypets pet insurance, ManyPets review, manypets review 2025, pet insurance comparison uk, pet insurance UK, uk pet insurance review

August 6, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

The New Cat Toolkit: Everything a New Cat Owner Needs

Bringing home a new cat? Whether it’s your first feline or a fresh addition to the family, the early days are full of purrs, zoomies—and a lot of questions. That’s where our new cat toolkit comes in.

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We’ve gathered everything a new cat owner needs to make your home cat-ready: food, comfort, grooming, healthcare and a few clever extras you didn’t know you needed. All with links to trusted products we love—many of which we’ve tested ourselves or curated from our friends at Pets Villa.

Published by Stiv in Cat Lovers

Tags: best cat toys, cat cooling mat, cat essentials, cat food UK, cat water fountain, first time cat owner guide, flea treatment for cats, hairball paste cats, litter box UK, new cat owner checklist, new cat toolkit, new kitten shopping list, pet insurance UK, pets villa cat products, raised cat bowls

June 28, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Cat Safe Plants You’ll Love

Want that indoor jungle vibe without risking your curious cat’s health? We’ve rounded up the best cat safe plants, so you can fill your home with greenery, minus the emergency vet trips.

Here are the top cat safe plants for stylish, stress-free living remember we've also got a cat lovers gift guide if you're looking for non-plant based options.

Published by Stiv in Cat Lovers, Green fingers

Tags: cat friendly houseplants, cat friendly plants, cat safe ferns, cat safe plants, cat safe succulents, houseplants for cats, indoor plants for pets, indoor plants UK, non toxic plants for cats, pet friendly home, pet safe plants, stylish houseplants, UK houseplants