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Northumberland dog hit by train after being spooked by fireworks  

A dog owner from Northumberland is urging caution this fireworks season, following the devastating loss of her family’s beloved Bearded Collie.  Michelle Kennedy and her family, from Berwick-upon-Tweed, were devasted after her dad, Michael, left for a walk on Bonfire Night in 2017 with their two Bearded Collies, and only...
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Bearded dragon abandoned in cardboard box

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a bearded dragon was abandoned in a cardboard box on wasteland in the West Midlands. The bearded dragon was found in a soggy cardboard box on wasteland in Hughes Road, Wednesbury, on Sunday 26 January. A member of the public contact the RSPCA...
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Could Brits’ confusion be fuelling the UK’s stray cat crisis?

Research by Cats Protection found that many people are confused by what to do when they find a stray cat and almost half of Brits would not approach an unfamiliar cat. Unlike domestic dogs, who primarily live indoors and usually only venture outside with their owner, it’s often difficult to...
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A third of workers believe a dog would make them happier...

Having a dog in the office can dramatically improve employee productivity and wellbeing at work, research conducted by Workthere reveals. Workthere conducted research to determine UK office workers attitudes towards having a canine companion at their place of work and found that 44% think having a dog in the office...
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The UK tops poll of pet-loving Europeans

A new survey from Agria Pet Insurance reveals that the UK comes top for loving pets. Despite the UK leaving the EU on 31st January, one thing is for sure regarding the UK's place in Europe – we still love our pets the most. The latest survey by Agria Pet Insurance...
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PDSA helps your pet fight the flab

PDSA’s veterinary experts offer their top tips to help pets fight the flab and keep them healthy, trim and happy. It’s estimated that up to 50% of all UK pets are now overweight or obese, which makes it clear that pet obesity is an issue. PDSA Vet Nurse, Joanne Wright, said:...
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Wigan Council asks dog owners to ‘paws and pick it up’

Wigan Council is hoping residents will follow the lead on a new campaign that encourages dog owners to clean up after their pets. The ‘Paws and Pick it Up’ campaign is looking to crackdown on the small minority of dog owners who flout the law and spoil public spaces for...
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VetPartners receives PAT on the back as fundraising starts for hero...

VetPartners has named Pets As Therapy (PAT) as its chosen charity for the coming year. Over the next 12 months, VetPartners’ UK-wide practices and central team based at its headquarters in York, are planning fundraising events to raise as much money as possible. PAT supports communities through the visit of trusted...
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Designer dog breeds costing Brits £33k

A study has found that owning a designer pooch could be costing Brits up to £33k over a lifetime. With 26% of Brits owning at least one dog, personal finance experts, Ocean Finance analysed the first-year costs of the six most fashionable designer dogs in the UK to see how...
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Abandoned rabbits looking for forever home

The RSPCA is looking for homes for two abandoned rabbits who have been in the charity’s care for seven months. Derek and Gregory, two 12-month old siblings, came into the care of RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre near Maidstone in June last year after being abandoned in a plastic box. They...
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Mayhew help people and animals ‘stay inseparable’ over the last 10...

London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew has launched a new campaign to raise awareness of the bond between vulnerable people and their pets. Over the past decade, Mayhew has offered support and shelter to over 10,000 people and animals experiencing an unexpected or ongoing crisis, through community based initiatives such as...
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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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Dogs Trust partners with Magic Classical for the perfect canine calming Bonfire...

Ahead of next week’s Bonfire Night, Magic Classical radio has teamed up with the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, to provide the perfect playlist to help calm dogs that find the noise of fireworks distressing.   Magic Classical’s Calming Pet Sounds, in partnership with Dogs Trust, includes Pachelbel’s Canon,...