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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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Unlucky Margarita looking for home for the second time

A tortoiseshell cat who started off her life trapped inside a car crusher has ended up at a rehoming centre again. Margarita, a three-year old cat, came into the RSPCA Northamptonshire branch last month as she didn’t cope well with a new baby in the household. The young tortie has...
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The Dog Treat Co recognised by Healthier Living Awards Forum

Leading Healthier Living Awards Forum (for humans) recognises The Dog Treat Co at its annual awards. It is certainly no mean feat being recognised by one of the UK’s leading ‘healthier eating’ institutions, especially when you cater for the four (not two) legged consumer. For as long as it’s been...
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The natural way to keep your pet healthy

Whether your pet is an OAP (old age pet) or a young pup, as an owner you want to make sure they enjoy a healthy and happy life with you. With many pet owners now looking for natural alternatives to support their pet’s health, natural animal health company, Nutravet offer...
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Young Instagrammers urged to post animal pics in RSPCA’s new photo...

Young Instagrammers are being challenged to post their favourite animal snaps this summer for the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2019. The RSPCA’s new Instagram phto category will open to 13 to 18-year olds on Wednesday 24 July and closes on Monday 5 August 9am. All you have to do is use...
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Guidance for travelling with pets in hot weather

With summer well under way, many of us are looking forward to our holidays, Discover Ferries offers tips for travelling with pets. For some taking our pets away with us makes the holiday a truly family affair and ferry travel provides the freedom to travel on your own terms, including...
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Dog abandoned with ‘hideous’ tail wound

RSPCA officers are appealing for information after a dog was handed into an animal centre riddles with tumours and a ‘hideous’ open wound. The adult female boxer cross was dropped off at RSPCA Lancashire East branch, in Accrington, on 6 July by two men who said they had found her...
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New website showcases the ultimate pet-friendly places across the UK

Pet food brand, Webbox Natural has taken to the streets of the UK and compiled a list of the most pet-friendly places to visit. From pubs and cafes to places to stay, the pet food brand has shared its findings on popular hot spots and hidden gems from across the...
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RSPCA offers advice to keep pets cool during the heatwave

The RSPCA is bracing itself for a surge in calls about animals in need as a heatwave sweeps across England and Wales this week. Temperatures are expected to hit the mid 30s this week, so animal welfare experts and vets are urging pet owners to keep their animals safe and...
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Rosewood Pet Products launches pet collection with Joules

Rosewood Pet Products has announced a collaboration with iconic British lifestyle brand, Joules. The Shropshire-based pet product supplier has partnered with the premium brand to introduce an exclusive and stylish range of pet products. Bringing together Rosewood’s expertise in the pet product category and Joules’ unique in-house designed prints, the...
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Dogs Trust Canterbury annual fun day raises over £8000

Dogs Trust Canterbury is celebrating another successful annual fun day, where over £8000 was raised. After many months of planning and organising, the team were delighted to welcome around 1,500 people to the event, which was held for the first time at the Faversham Showground on Sunday 14 June. This...
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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,...