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Agria Pet Insurance teams up with Cheshire dog charity for ‘Rescue...

As part of its ‘Rescue a Rescue’ campaign, Agria has partnered with 11 animal charities and rescue centres across the UK to raise awareness of animals in need of forever homes. One lucky Runcorn-based charity, Cheshire Sighthound Rescue, has been chosen by Agria to receive a £1000 donation and its support...
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How to enjoy Valentine’s Day and keep your pet paws-itively safe

Pet owners are urged to be careful in their choice of Valentine’s Day Gifts and GoCompare Pet Insurance offers tips on how to pet-proof your romantic day. GoCompare is urging UK dog owners not to put their dogs’ health at risk during festive occasions because they do not realise that...
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Torfaen woman handed suspended prison sentence after pet dog found emaciated

A Torfaen woman has been sentenced to 16 weeks in prison, suspended for 12 months, for causing unnecessary suffering to her dog Bobbie who was found in an emaciated condition. Laura Marie Webb of Herberts Road, Garndiffaith, Torfaen, pleaded guilty to one animal welfare offence when she appeared at Cwmbran...
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Matt Tebbutt: How to kickstart your pets’ year with a healthy...

Chef and TV presenter, Matt Tebbutt, discusses the importance of using high-quality ingredients in pet food following his visit to the Natures Menu factory A third* of pet owners say their dog eats better than themselves, but how much do Brits really check what’s in the food they’re serving their...
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Endangered monkeys in Trentham serenaded during mating season

Monkeys at Trentham Monkey Forest were treated to a live performance from love song legend Marvin Gaye to help boost the monkey love this mating season. Trentham Monkey Forest is home to 140 free roaming Barbary macaques, a tail-less species of monkey that originate from Algeria and Morocco. As every new...
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Show your pet some extra love this Valentine’s Day

With the growing trend to treat our pets on Valentine’s Day, Pets at Home has revealed what it has on offer for our four-legged friends, including a number of special gifts and experiences. From a luxury spa treatment at The Groom Room – with £1 from every treatment going to...
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Five-star end-of-life foster home wanted for ‘loving soul’ with cancer

A neglected dog who couldn’t see through thick green discharge caused by eye infections and whose claws had grown into his pads is looking for a special foster home after being diagnosed with cancer. Nine-year-old English bull terrier Reggie was taken in by the RSPCA Isle of Thanet branch, in...
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What every dog owner needs to know about the new mystery...

A mystery virus which affects dogs is apparently sweeping through the country, as reports of pets suffering with the illness continue to pour in. The virus, which was first reported in North Yorkshire, has been labelled as a case for concern by the Small Animal Veterinary Surveillance Network (SAVSNET) due...
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RSPCA appeals for information after dog is ‘thrown’ from truck at...

A dog was ‘lucky to survive’ after being ‘thrown’ from a vehicle travelling at 50mph in a rural Kent road. Members of the public rushed the one-year-old terrier cross - now called Freya - to local vets and contacted the RSPCA after seeing the shocking incident unfold. Inspector Kirsten Ormerod, who...
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French Bulldogs have rapidly become Brits’ favourite dog breed in the...

Trends in the most popular dog breeds are changing year-on-year. Some of the most recognisable breeds from the past few decades have fallen in popularity and surprising newcomers have hit the scene. But which dogs have become the most popular over time? Interested in this, money.co.uk investigated UK dog breed registration data dating back to...
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Revealed: Britain’s most Instagrammable dog walks

With searches for ‘big dog walks’ and ‘dog walking near me’ increasing by 250% and 300% in the last year, Brits up and down the country are searching for new routes to take their canine companion. So, why not bring your dog to the most Instagrammable dog walks Britain has...
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Shine a red light on wellness all year round

Harnessing the power of light energy to promote wellness may not be new, but it’s experiencing a resurgence, not only in practice, but as...

PDSA – Why pets eat the strangest things

From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers – our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What...

Top tips for pet owners during summer

During summer months we love nothing more than spending our time outdoors with pets. With warmer weather and longer days, it’s the best time to...

Vet shares symptoms of condition dogs can pass to humans

With approximately 13.5 million dogs as pets in the UK, many pet owners may not know of some conditions that their dog can pass to them...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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RSPCA commended in two award categories for learning at work programme

The RSPCA has been ‘commended’ by Learning at Work Week 2024 after hosting sessions for staff and volunteers on coaching, wellbeing and inclusivity. The animal welfare charity came third in two categories: Inspiring a Lifelong Learning Culture Impact Award and the Supporting Business and Organisational Goals Impact Award. Learning at Work Week takes place...