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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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Charity dog walk wins GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title

Agria Dog Walk UK has made an incredible splash with its inaugural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS achievement, breaking the record for Largest Dachshund Dog Walk on Saturday 18th May, with 342 dachshunds in attendance.  The record was broken at Marble Hill House, London, and required a minimum attendance of 250 Dachshunds to...
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What to do with your cat when you go on holiday

As a pet owner there are always things to consider when booking a much-needed holiday and one of the main considerations to make is what to do with your pets. Thankfully PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing is here to help. She explains: “There are so many options to consider when...
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Public bodies can show they are ‘for every kind’ with RSPCA...

Newly-elected local authorities have been urged to “show they are for every kind” by applying for a RSPCA animal welfare PawPrint award - with the prestigious scheme set to be bigger than ever this year. The RSPCA works closely in partnership with public bodies to improve and recognise animal welfare standards. Now -...
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Mouse in the house: orphan Stuart Little finds his new family...

A white mouse who was abandoned at a front door has been found a new home thanks to the RSPCA. The charity’s rescuers quickly fixed up a fresh start for the orphaned rodent, who was found shivering inside a small, pink cage outside a property in Glan yr Ithon at...
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Scottish Pet Food Banks suffer from huge drop in donations

The pet food bank service which has been used as a lifeline by so many has been severely affected by the drop in donations it receives. he Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home (the Home) works with 87 pet food bank providers across East and Central Scotland, providing meals to pet...
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Silver Labrador with ‘doggy alopecia’ searches for new home

A Labrador who was bred for his unusual ‘silver’ colour but now has significant hair loss due to ‘doggy alopecia’ is searching for a loving home. ixteen-month-old Milo came into York Animal Home - run by the RSPCA York, Harrogate & District Branch - when his owner could no longer take care...
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Stray spaniel nursed back to health thanks to Battersea

A sweet Cocker Spaniel called Pumpkin has been given a new zest for life thanks to the help of leading animal welfare charity, Battersea, and the generous support of players of the People’s Postcode Lottery For 10 years, funds raised by players of the People’s Postcode Lottery have helped Battersea...
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A Paw-some new delicious and nutritious pet food only available in...

Get ready to meet Tilly & Ted, the paw-some pet food brand that's here to change the game.  In light of the recent revelation that Millennials have surpassed Baby Boomers as the largest pet-owning demographic, there has been an intensified emphasis on pet food that is crafted with love and care. This...
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Dog behaviourist share the little known reason your dog gets the...

Pet owners worldwide have witnessed the their dogs getting the ‘zoomies’. But what are they? Dog trainer Adem Fehmi, behaviourist for vet-recommended pet food brand Barking Heads, explains what the phenomenon is, and the many reasons why you may find your dog experiencing them. What pet parents may not know, however, is...
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Ted’s Bowl, the UK’s only microwave meal for dogs

Ahead of the bank holiday weekend, it’s time to stock up on Ted’s Bowl – the UK’s first and only microwave meal for dogs, made with human grade cuts of British meat and absolutely no nasties. The brand takes dogs’ mealtimes to the next level, delivering fresh-frozen goodness to dogs nationwide. 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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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,...