When you get a pet, you might find that family and friends offer a lot of advice. Some of it might be useful, particularly for people without much prior experience, but some of it can be outdated or inaccurate, regardless of how well-meaning it is!
And in the social media age, it can feel as if we’re constantly bombarded with information and advice online, too. Falsehoods aren’t just spread by word of mouth – there’s a lot of outdated advice that’s still prevalent on the internet about everything from the best dog leashes to how long you can leave a cat alone.
