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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 ā€˜zoomiesā€™. But what are they?Ā Dog trainer Adem Fehmi, behaviourist forĀ 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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RSPCA investigates after emaciated dog found curled up behind bush

Roxy was ā€˜painfully skinnyā€™ sparking an RSPCA investigation The RSPCA is appealing for information to track down the owners of a ā€˜painfully skinnyā€™ dog found curled up on a driveway behind a bush in Essex. Three-year-old Dogue de Bordeaux cross Roxy was found huddled by a bush on a driveway in...
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Which pooch should you pick according to your zodiac signĀ šŸŒ™ā­šŸ¶

If you're looking to introduce a furry friend to your family in the not-so-distant future, you're not alone.Ā  There has been a significant rise in the number of pet owners over the last year, in part due to lockdown. In fact, between the start of lockdown and March 2021, 3.2...
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Making gardens more cat friendly

Cats love to be outside so in the run-up to National Gardening Week on 1 May, the feline welfare charity Cats Protection has some top tips for cat owners. Beware of dangerous plants The most important gardening tip for all cat owners is to avoid lilies both outdoors and inside the...
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Pets Choice expands its Pet Trade Team

Blackburn-based pet food manufacturer Pets Choice has brought in three new recruits including a Head of Pet and eCommerce Sale Pets Choice has announced that Ken Davies has joined as Head of Pet and eCommerce Sales having previously worked as the Director of Area Sales at LeisureGrow PetFace, supporting key...
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A spring in your step

Birmingham Dogs Home launches walking challenge to support homeless dogs Birmingham Dogs Home is encouraging the local community to walk 100k in May for National Walking Month while raising funds to support homeless dogs in the West Midlands. The charity is launching the ā€˜Spring into Mayā€™ challenge to support the four-legged friends...
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Abandoned staffie now in loving forever home after 300 days in...

Billy starred in an Omaze prize draw campaign with VIP and RSPCA Ambassador Joanna PageĀ  A sweet Staffordshire bull terrier who was rescued by the RSPCA after being abandoned has now landed on his paws in a new loving forever home. Nine-year-old Staffie Billy was found abandoned in the Camden area...
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Are tomatoes toxic to pets? Experts reveal dangers in the garden...

Vet reveals what to avoid and how to create a garden where owners and pets can thrive. The garden is a great place for pets and owners alike to relax and exercise ā€“ however, research shows around 7.8 million dogs in the UK could be exposed to poisonous garden plants. To...
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EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY ā€“ AND TODAY ITā€™S ā€˜MOPā€™Sā€™, THE...

Bosch reveals nation is wasting 12 days a year cleaning up after pets and unveils new innovation to save time Today, research has revealed that Brits spend up to 12 days per year, 46 minutes per day on ā€˜time-suckingā€™ activities. Bosch has launched its first 2in1 cordless vacuum and mop,...
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Household hazards! The seven things in the home that could be...

A leading veterinary charity has named seven things in the home that could be fatal when within pawsā€™ reach.Ā  PDSA vets, together with PDSA Pet Insurance, are reminding pet owners of the surprising household items and features that can create a harmful environment. From knowing the dangers of an open bin...
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RSPCA and fire crew rescue dog from 15ft deep shaft after...

RSPCA and fire crew rescue dog from 15ft deep shaft after ā€˜stroke of luckā€™ find A dog walker, RSPCA officers and firefighters worked together to rescue a dog from a waterlogged 15ft-deep (4.5m) concrete shaft in County Durham. A man was walking his dogs on wasteland known locally as Phoenix Sidings...
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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...

Experts reveal dangers in the garden and safe alternatives for your veg patchĀ 

The garden is a great place for pets and owners alike to relax and exercise ā€“ however, research shows around 7.8 million dogs in...

How to keep your pet calm at the vet

Going to the vets is essential in keeping your pet healthy. Thatā€™s why itā€™s so important to schedule and attend regular appointments.Ā  Sadly, for some...

The best gadgets to have if you leave your pet alone in your rental

Being a pet owner has numerous perks, but it also comes with a few hurdles, especially if you live in a rental. For one,...

Hitting the road with your dog squad

Taking a trip with your dog can turn an average journey into an epic road trip. But, when you've got more than one furry...
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Vets issue urgent warning to pet owners over bee and wasp...

Bees and wasps may seem part and parcel of the warmer seasons, but their stings can prove dangerous for your pets and in some cases, fatal.  Vets Now has issued an urgent warning to pet owners, revealing it saw over 400 cases of bee and wasp stings between April to...