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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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Two talented young artists from Essex recognised in Young Kennel Club...

The Young Kennel Club (YKC) has announced the winners of its annual Artist of the Year competition, with a young dog lover from Witham, Essex scooping the top prize. The popular art competition invited YKC members to express their creativity and showcase their dog artistry skills, with all entries required...
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Dogs Trust Shrewsbury urges dog owners to plan ahead for their...

Dog owners are being urged to plan ahead when it comes to making sure their faithful four-legged friend is loved and looked after if something happens to them Ten-year-old Yorkshire Terriers Poppy and Gizmo arrived at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury via the charity’s Canine Care Card.  The free Canine Care Card service means...
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Home sought for dog found abandoned on dark road with broken...

A ‘sweet’ young dog who was found limping along a dark country lane earlier this year is now on the road to recovery and hoping for a fresh start. One-year-old lurcher Susie was rescued after being found limping along a quiet country lane by a member of the pubic, near Alcester, in Warwickshire,...
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Beginners guide to camping with your dog

Have you ever wanted to take your furry family member camping? As the warmer months roll around, there’s never been a better time to try it!  Camping can be the ideal getaway for you and your dog, exploring a new place is a great activity for active dogs and their...
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Big dogs take longer to rehome as cost of living puts...

Big dogs take almost twice as long to rehome as smaller breeds, according to figures released by the RSPCA today. The RSPCA - the world’s largest and oldest animal welfare charity, which celebrates its 200th birthday this year - has released new figures that show it takes almost twice as...
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Three-quarters of owners agree dog walks boost mood

Research from The Kennel Club released ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week has revealed the positive impact that dogs have on their owners’ wellbeing, not only through providing a source of comfort, but also by keeping them active and giving them a routine. This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week is...
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Even early summer temperatures can cause heat stroke, Dogs Trust warns...

With sunshine finally arriving in many parts of the UK, Dogs Trust, the nation’s largest dog welfare charity, is warning dog owners that too much exercise in warm weather – even as mild as those forecast for this weekend - can cause severe health problems for our canine companions. While most dog...
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Burgess Pet Care makes biggest ever donation to UK greyhound and...

Burgess Pet Care is thrilled to announce that six greyhound and lurcher rescue centres across the UK have won the highest number of nominations and will receive a share of £20,000 worth of Burgess Greyhound and Lurcher dry dog food, as part of a national campaign run by the...
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PDSA shares hot weather advice to pet owners

With temperatures rising, people across the country will be planning how to make the most of the warm weather – but vet charity PDSA has issued a warning for pet owners ahead of the sweltering heatwave this weekend.   PDSA Vet Nurse, Gemma Renwick says: “Whilst some pets may appreciate pleasant...
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Impending microchipping law catches many cat owners unawares 

A significant number of cat owners remain unaware of the impending microchipping law set to come into force in a month.  With the deadline for all cats in England to be microchipped looming, a new survey has uncovered startling gaps in owner understanding.  The poll on 1,000 cat owners conducted for...
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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,...