The Pet Cheri blog

Expert advice, practical guides and inspiration for your pet's wellbeing, from our team of vets, behaviourists and enthusiasts.

Premium pet sitting at home: what it really means
Guide7 min

Premium pet sitting at home: what it really means

Insurance, carer selection, real-time updates: what actually separates a premium home pet care service from a random private listing.

MarionJune 5, 2026
Best alternative to Rover in France
Guide8 min

Best alternative to Rover in France

Carer selection, insurance, support: why more and more pet owners are moving from Rover to a dedicated pet concierge service.

MarionJune 5, 2026
Garde d'animaux en France : comparatif complet des meilleures plateformes (2026)
Guide8 min

Garde d'animaux en France : comparatif complet des meilleures plateformes (2026)

Rover, Animaute, Holidog, Pawshake, Pet Cheri… Comment choisir la bonne plateforme de garde pour votre chien, chat ou NAC ? On compare les services, les garanties et les prix.

AnneJune 1, 2026
Do Pets Really Help You Live Longer?
Santé6 min

Do Pets Really Help You Live Longer?

The science has weighed in. The results are more robust than you might imagine: blood pressure, cardiovascular mortality, mental health. What the studies actually say.

AnneMay 20, 2026
How to Feed Your Dog Well
Santé5 min

How to Feed Your Dog Well

Kibble, wet food, home-cooked meals, BARF: there are as many opinions as there are brands. This guide covers the basics, without dogmatism.

EliseMay 12, 2026
Adult Cat or Kitten: What Nobody Tells You
Guide5 min

Adult Cat or Kitten: What Nobody Tells You

Kittens win everyone over. But in shelters, adult cats wait the longest. And often they're the better fit.

MarionMay 5, 2026
Caring for an Ageing Pet: Adapting Life to Each Stage
Santé5 min

Caring for an Ageing Pet: Adapting Life to Each Stage

Falls asleep faster, climbs stairs differently. A pet's old age deserves as much attention as our own, and much of what we put down to age is actually treatable.

EliseApril 22, 2026
Pet Insurance: Is It Really Worth It?
Guide5 min

Pet Insurance: Is It Really Worth It?

€1,400 for a cruciate ligament operation. Without insurance. This scenario plays out for thousands of owners every year who never thought ahead. A guide to help you decide.

AnneApril 8, 2026
Separation Anxiety in Cats: The Silent Signals
Comportement6 min

Separation Anxiety in Cats: The Silent Signals

Cats don't bark or scratch the door. But they suffer. Our behaviourist lists the 7 signals that most owners never connect to loneliness.

InèsMarch 18, 2026
Travelling with Your Dog: Managing Your Stay and Alternatives
Voyage5 min

Travelling with Your Dog: Managing Your Stay and Alternatives

Acclimatisation, local regulations, destination-specific risks and solutions when travel isn't the best option.

AgatheOctober 22, 2025
Travelling with Your Dog: Choosing the Right Mode of Transport
Voyage5 min

Travelling with Your Dog: Choosing the Right Mode of Transport

Car, plane or train? Rules, practical tips and key considerations for each mode of transport with your companion.

AgatheOctober 18, 2025
Travelling with Your Dog: Everything to Prepare Before Departure
Voyage6 min

Travelling with Your Dog: Everything to Prepare Before Departure

European passport, vaccinations, vet visit, motion sickness management… everything to tick off before travelling with your dog.

AgatheOctober 15, 2025
Separation Anxiety in Dogs: 9 Signs You Shouldn't Ignore
Comportement7 min

Separation Anxiety in Dogs: 9 Signs You Shouldn't Ignore

Destruction, barking, accidents… these behaviours hide genuine distress. Our behaviourist explains the 9 warning signals.

InèsOctober 10, 2025
Why Integrate a Pet Concierge Service into Your Employee Benefits?
Entreprises6 min

Why Integrate a Pet Concierge Service into Your Employee Benefits?

71% of pet owners experience distress from separation at work. An invisible mental load that weighs on productivity — and that the right HR benefit can solve.

AnneOctober 8, 2025
Pet Care in Paris: How to Choose the Right Provider
Guide6 min

Pet Care in Paris: How to Choose the Right Provider

Kennels, pet-sitting, home visits, matching platforms… how to find a truly reliable professional for your pet in Paris.

AnneSeptember 20, 2025
Pet Parenting and Service Expectations: When "Pet Friendly" Isn't Enough
Entreprises5 min

Pet Parenting and Service Expectations: When "Pet Friendly" Isn't Enough

Displaying "pet friendly" no longer sets anyone apart. Today's pet parents expect real competence, personalisation and transparency — not just tolerance.

AnneSeptember 5, 2025
Stop the Myths About Small Dogs
Comportement8 min

Stop the Myths About Small Dogs

Are small dogs really more aggressive? Canine behaviour science answers this persistent cliché, and the answer is more nuanced than you think.

MarionAugust 20, 2025
An Apartment Cat's Wishlist
Lifestyle4 min

An Apartment Cat's Wishlist

Our behaviourist and Homycat, a French feline design brand, selected 4 products that combine a cat's natural instincts with thoughtful aesthetics.

Marion & AnneMay 14, 2025
We Tried Ziggy (You'll Be Surprised)
Lifestyle5 min

We Tried Ziggy (You'll Be Surprised)

Ziggy, the feline nutrition brand that won over a veterinary nutritionist. We tested it for 4 weeks on an 11-year-old cat. The verdict?

AnneApril 10, 2025
Home Vets, Online Consultations, Medical Apps: Your Complete Guide
Santé5 min

Home Vets, Online Consultations, Medical Apps: Your Complete Guide

Home vet visits, online consultations, medical apps… a complete guide to new options for caring for your pet without the stress.

AnneApril 3, 2025
A Pet for Christmas? A Terrible Idea
Guide4 min

A Pet for Christmas? A Terrible Idea

The festive atmosphere and social media do a lot of damage. Here's why adopting a pet on a holiday whim can cost you dearly — and them too.

RomaneDecember 10, 2024
Moving to France as an Expat Pet Pawrent
Guide6 min

Moving to France as an Expat Pet Pawrent

A comprehensive guide to relocating your dog, cat or ferret to France safely. Plan at least 4–6 months in advance — the paperwork takes longer than you think.

AnneNovember 20, 2024
We Tried Canine Massage (and It Was PAWSOME)
Santé4 min

We Tried Canine Massage (and It Was PAWSOME)

Canine massage has proven benefits. Through the experience of Mélanie and her dog Malka, discover how this technique can transform your dog's well-being.

AnneSeptember 5, 2024
The Expat Pet Guide to Paris
Guide6 min

The Expat Pet Guide to Paris

Moving to Paris with your pet? Everything you need to know: microchipping, vet registration, pet-friendly parks, metro rules and the expat community.

MishtyAugust 5, 2024
5 Tips to Keep Your Cat Cool This Summer
Santé4 min

5 Tips to Keep Your Cat Cool This Summer

Fresh water, cool spaces, brushing and cooling toys: 5 simple habits to keep your cat comfortable in the heat.

MarionJuly 15, 2024
Protecting Your Dog from the Heat
Santé5 min

Protecting Your Dog from the Heat

Heatstroke, paw burns, sunburn: everything you need to know to keep your dog safe this summer.

EliseJuly 2, 2024
10 Tips for New Kitty Owners
Guide5 min

10 Tips for New Kitty Owners

Litter box, food, scratching posts, carrier, insurance… the complete checklist from our feline behaviourist for welcoming your new companion.

MarionJune 20, 2024
Discovering Animal Assisted Therapy
Santé4 min

Discovering Animal Assisted Therapy

Animal assisted therapy is gaining popularity, yet it's a practice with deep roots — not a recent innovation. What it is, who benefits, and which animals are involved.

AgatheMarch 10, 2024
Can Our Pets Join the Holiday Feast?
Santé5 min

Can Our Pets Join the Holiday Feast?

Foie gras, smoked salmon, chocolate, grapes… what you can safely share with your pet and what could send them straight to the emergency vet.

NolwennDecember 15, 2023
Do Our Pets Feel the Cold?
Santé4 min

Do Our Pets Feel the Cold?

Coats, paw care and winter precautions: how to protect your dog when temperatures drop.

MarionDecember 1, 2023
Dog Theft: A Booming Black Market
Guide5 min

Dog Theft: A Booming Black Market

Dog thefts have surged in France since the pandemic. Despite severe legal penalties, criminals view pets as valuable commodities in a lucrative illegal trade.

AnneNovember 15, 2022