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Bella + Duke announces new brand platform as market soars

Leading pet food company commits to getting a nation of pets off ultra processed diets with new brand positioning focusing on health and wellbeing. With an estimated 26 million cats and dogs in UK households, Bella + Duke is stepping up for pet lovers everywhere with a fresh brand platform...
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Sit, stay, snap: Five tips to take perfect photos of your...

We’re a nation of pet lovers, with half (50%) of UK adults owning a pet, so it is no surprise that, on average, we take up to seven photos of our pets every day. With this in mind, online smartphone retailer, Mobiles.co.uk, has worked with pet photographer, Karen Bennett, to...
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RSPCA shines a light on the welfare needs of rabbits as...

The RSCPA is shining a light on the common issues of rabbit welfare as part of Rabbit Awareness Week (10 – 23 August). Since the start of lockdown in March, the charity has taken 189 rabbits into its care. In 2019, the charity rescued 3,810 rabbits and rehomed 2,589 – an...
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Huge price hikes for popular breeds during lockdown revealed

New statistics from Dogs Trust show prices for some of the UK’s most desirable dog breeds reached record levels, as some sellers exploited demand for puppies during lockdown. The dog welfare charity reveals these breeds are among those most likely to be illegally imported into the country via puppy smuggling,...
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Suffering rottweiler dog in ‘terrible state’ found collapsed in Leeds

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a Rottweiler dog was found collapsed in leeds. The female dog was emaciated, had sore eyes, a sore mouth and feet. She had pus coming from her eyes and gums. She had overgrown nails and a possible spinal issue. She was found on Ashton...
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Thousands of rabbits are on ‘permanent lockdown’ says PDSA

Despite the UK being a nation of animal lovers, rabbits remain one of the most misunderstood pets when it comes to catering for their welfare needs. During Rabbit Awareness Week (10 – 23 August), which this year is running online for two weeks, PDSA is helping raise awareness around rabbits’...
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RSPCA responds to 100,000 incidents during 20 weeks of Covid lockdown

The RSPCA’s key workers have responded to 100,000 incidents during lockdown, continuing to rescue, treat and care for animals in need since 23 March. During lockdown (24 March – 5 August), the RSPCA has answered 442,344 calls and dealt with 106,676 incidents – that’s an average of 790 incidents a...
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Petition to Ban Exploitative Puppy Imports Reaches 100K Signatures!

An e-petition calling for the ban of exploitive imports of young puppies for sale in the UK has reached 100K signatures in just 41 days! This incredible achievement means that the petition will now be considered for debate in parliament. Reaching 100K signatures marks a colossal step in the journey...
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Clare Balding announced as new StreetVet ambassador

StreetVet has announced present, writer, broadcaster and animal-lover, Clare Balding as its latest ambassador. She has offered her support to help promote the charity’s work providing free veterinary care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness in 16 areas across the UK. Clare will also help to raise awareness for...
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RSPCA appeals for information after three puppies dumped in cardboard box

The RSPCA is appealing for information after three spaniel puppies were abandoned in a cardboard box in Essex. The young pups, around eight-weeks old were found by a cyclist who pulled into a layby for a rest and noticed a puppy peeking out from a box in the layby on...
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International Cat Day: RSPCA expects rise in unwanted kittens

This International Cat Day the RSPCA is shining a light on the importance of neutering to keep cats happy and health and tackle the cat overpopulation crisis. The internet is likely to be dominated by cat memes and cute pictures for International Cat Day today (Saturday 8 August) as the...
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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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Dog found wandering alone in woods is searching for fresh start

A dog who was found wandering alone in the woods after being abandoned and hit by a car is hoping for a fresh start. Two-year-old crossbreed Raza is finding life in kennels really difficult so RSPCA staff are appealing to find her a loving new home urgently. Raza was taken in by RSPCA Finsbury Park Animal...