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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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Battersea’s Muddy Dog Challenge comes to the New Forest

The Muddy Dog Challenge – the obstacle course you can tackle with your dog by your side – is coming to the New Forest for the first time ever this May. Participants are invited to join this day of fun, mud and cheers with their canine companions run by...
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It’s official: owning a dog improves your mental health

90% of dog owners surveyed said owning a dog improved their mental health It’s long been known that owning a dog brings joy to your life, but recent research from Pure Pet Food shows just how big an impact our furry friends have on our mental outlook. With a whopping 90%...
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Five top tips to help prepare your dog for a change...

Government restrictions throughout the pandemic meant that many pet owners spent more time at home with their dogs than they normally would. With the current working from home guidance now lifted, some pet owners will be preparing for a change to their routines, as a hybrid approach to working between home and...
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Cat siblings back at RSPCA centre, a decade after they were...

Two cats who were rehomed by the RSPCA as kittens, are unexpectedly back in the charity’s care again ten years later. Staff at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre and Cattery are once again looking for new homes for Heidi and Maddie after a change in circumstances meant that their owner could...
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Happy ever after for dog who was thrown from bridge in...

A dog who came into Dogs Trust after reportedly being thrown from a bridge over a canal in a black bin bag has found her happy ever after. Terrier cross Petal is beginning the New Year in her forever home - with a new friend. She arrived at Dogs Trust...
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Turning your daily dog walks into part of you and your...

With 'National Walk Your Dog Month' coming to an end, it’s important to make sure both you and your dog are getting the most out of your daily walk. Bella & Duke’s Natural Canine Behaviourist, Caroline Spencer, shares her top 10 tips on how to improve daily walks for both...
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Arden Grange launches ‘The Home of the Range’ TV advertising campaign

Arden Grange super premium pet food will launch a new national TV advertising campaign, ‘Arden Grange – The Home of the Range,’ which will be broadcast from 1st February across ITV, Channel4 and Sky networks. Having just celebrated 25 years in business, the new Arden Grange TV Campaign signals a...
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Company launches ‘Pawsitively Fresh’ candle to mask the smell of wet...

Are you struggling to get rid of that wet-dog smell after walking your pooch in the wetter weather? Almost two-fifths (38%) of dog owners express they’ve purchased a product to try and banish the unpleasant smell, with nearly half (49%) claiming they’d buy a product if it was guaranteed to...
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Super senior moggies with a combined age of nearly 40 seek...

Two 19-year-old cats, who have formed an inseparable bond after living together all their lives, are looking for a new home with the RSPCA in the West Midlands. Brother and sister Bernard and Barbara are being cared for by the RSPCA’s Worcester and Mid Worcestershire branch after their previous owner’s...
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Dogs Trust Salisbury seeks doggy foster ‘pawrents’ 

Dogs Trust Salisbury is looking for local dog lovers to open their homes and hearts by volunteering to foster a dog whilst they wait to find their forever home. The team is looking to recruit foster carers are around for the majority of the day, have no pets or children under 12, are willing to take on dogs who need training and...
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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...