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Hefty fines in store for pet owners as 1 in 5...

UK pet owners face fines of up to £500 in the lead up to Christmas as nearly one in five (17%) claim that they won’t microchip their pets, despite the legal requirement to do so which recently extended to cats. Microchipping cats in England has been a legal requirement as of 10th...
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REVIEW: True Instinct High-Meat Cat food

As a pet parent to two cats, I always find feeding time tricky. One cat eats more than the other and they always seem to swap bowls halfway through. So, when I was asked to trial the new High-Meat dry cat food from True Instinct, I was delighted to give...
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LondonCats Worldwide are not Kittin’ Around

Let’s face it, the world as we know it has forced business to think and act differently. With everything moving online and becoming virtual, LondonCats Worldwide too, has had to start thinking outside the (litter) box. Agile, innovative and as always, kitty-centred, LCWW took their well-known and beloved live shows into...
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Animal loving family cycle more than 500km for RSPCA

One family has put the brakes on lockdown blues by taking on a cycle challenge for the RSPCA. Whether taking a spin on an exercise bike or hitting the pedals out in the countryside, Charlie Owen and her family each cycled a chunk of the 500km distance to raise money...
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Orvis UK launch the ‘We Love Dogs’ virtual festival

Orvis UK has launched its first virtual 'We Love Dogs Festival', which takes place Friday 12th June until Sunday 28th June. Following the success of the inaugural ‘Orvis Virtual Mayfly Festival’, celebrating a special time of year for angler’s in the UK and removing the barriers for beginners into fly...
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Dorwest launch Beautiful Botanicals shampoo range

Choosing the right shampoo for your dog is important and herbal experts Dorwest have taken the headache out of it for you with their Beautiful Botanicals shampoo range. They have launched two new reformulations and one brand new addition. When it comes to healthy, glossy coats they believe going...
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Rescue dog finds loving home during lockdown with Crewe family

A recue dog has landed on her paws during lockdown with a family from Crewe in Cheshire who say they have found their ‘friend for life.’ The Paley family, Anita and Trevor, son Matthew (19) and daughter Bekkii (20) had been wanting to adopt a dog for some time and...
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Natural pet food company sees huge growth in lockdown

Pure Pet Food, a Yorkshire-based, natural pet food subscription company, has seen record sales in the past few months. The company has seen a massive growth across the board, with over 100% increase in new customers and a 44% increase in returning customer sales. To keep up with the increase in...
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Digging deep to help animals in need

Pet food manufacturers and suppliers of animal care products have donated £110,000 worth of food and products to help animal welfare charities who are struggling due to the effects of the Coronavirus pandemic. In April the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes (ADCH), the umbrella body for companion animal rescue...
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RSPCA releases new litter figures and warns of increased dangers as...

The RSPCA has received more than 2,600 reports of animals injured or caught in litter over the past five years, new stats released today reveal. The animal welfare charity is urging people who are going out more since lockdown restrictions were eases to ensure they are taking their litter home...
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How to train your pets at home during lockdown

While pet ownership is incredibly rewarding, it is a big responsibility and training your new pet is often challenging even when the nation isn’t living in lockdown. Training is an excellent way to bond with your new pet and they will all benefit from basic training to establish rule 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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Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home launches heartwarming Winter Appeal and issues...

As winter sets in, the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is reaching out for support through its urgent Winter Appeal, aimed at providing vital care for animals in need through much needed donations.  This year, the charity has faced a record number of animal admissions, with nearly 400 new arrivals between...