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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...
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Is it dangerous for your dog to drink seawater?

Watching your pet race up and down the sandy beach, playing fetch or splashing around in the water make for a great summer day. But what are the dangers of drinking saltwater? And what can dog parents do if their pooch consumes too much seawater? Consuming seawater can result in harmful...
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Arden Grange launches rescue charity giveaway

Arden Grange, the independent producer of naturally hypoallergenic, super premium dog and cat food, is gifting 25 generous food bundles to 25 independent animal charities in the UK. Its popular annual giveaway, which takes place on Instagram and Facebook, has been ramped up as part of the Arden Grange 25-year...
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Keswick turns orange for Miracle Max’s 14th birthday

Famous Cumbrian canine’s charity walk raises over £30k for vet charity PDSA. An estimated 500 people and 400 dogs turned Keswick into a sea of orange on Saturday (14 August) as they attended a charity birthday walk in honour of Cumbria’s most famous canine – Max the Miracle Dog –...
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5 dog myths debunked by experts

Whether it’s your first puppy or a problem that you have never encountered before, training a dog is no walk in the park! This is why so many people choose to leave it to the professionals. But with easy access to so much information, many novices may feel like they...
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Tails.com unveil new premium wet food range

tails.com has launched a new premium wet food range, offering dogs a curated mix of wet food to complete their feeding plan, with new hypoallergenic and puppy-friendly recipes. The new premium range initially features four recipes, all packed full of nutritional benefits, and offering an allergy-friendly alternative to tails.com’s existing...
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No good luck for black cats as new data suggests they...

This Black Cat Appreciation Day (Tuesday 17 August) the RSPCA showcases the plight of black cats and urges potential cat adopters to give them a second look New RSPCA figures suggest that black cats may be amongst the UK’s least popular type of feline, as the numbers arriving at the...
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Dream Job alert! Get paid to pamper your pooch

Do you own a pampered pooch? If so, Groomarts will pay you to test out a brand new collection of grooming products worth £200. After a recent survey found that Britain’s dog owners spend up to £159 a year on dog grooming, Groomarts is looking to supply Britain's most indulged...
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Charity advises against taking moggies on stay-cat-ations

Following the uptake in UK holidays and the increase in lockdown pets this year, Cats Protection is issuing advice on how to care for your cat while on holiday. The leading feline welfare charity warns against taking your cat with you as it says cats in general find change difficult...
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Everybody needs good neigh-bours for a helping hoof

A stallion who was desperate to reach his neigh-bours got himself in an embarrassing spot after getting stuck straddling a gate. Walkers spotted the skewbald horse stuck on the metal gate - with his front end one side and his back legs the other - on Tuesday afternoon (10 August)...
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How to enjoy days out at the beach with your dog

PDSA vets share a simple guide to protecting your pooch at the seaside this summer. With summer now in full swing, it’s more tempting than ever to take your furry friend for a day out at the beach. However, although the seaside has all the ingredients for an exciting adventure...
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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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Cat’s leg amputated due to metal wire

A cat who was found in West Yorkshire with metal wire twisted tightly around his paw has had to have his leg amputated. Keith was taken into a vet by a member of the public who’d found him straying in their garden in Leatham Park Road, Featherstone, on 27 October...