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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 a tool designed for use at home. Championed by animal physiotherapists, massage practitioners, wellness experts, and increasingly by vets and vet nurses. It is a non-invasive...
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Nick Jones MA - Dog Behaviourist and Dog Witness Expert Nick Jones is an experienced, qualified and full-time dog behaviourist who specialises in dog behaviour problems and dog expert witness work. He is passionate about creating an understanding and rewarding bond between dog and owner. Here he answers Companion Life’s...
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Why does my dog lick and chew their feet?

Do you find your dog often likes to lick or chew at its feet and paws? It might seem like an everyday occurrence, but if your dog is causing its paws to bleed or swell, it could be a sign of something more serious. Argos Pet Insurance discusses some of...
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Canine companions: how dogs have helped humans throughout time

Dogs have long been known as ‘man’s best friend’. Movies such as Turner & Hooch and K-9 have been created on the back of the partnerships man and dog have made. But, where exactly did the phrase come from? According to the History World, animal domestication started during the Ice...
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Holidays for you and your pet in winter

Winter is a great time to escape with your four-legged friend not only can you get some fantastic deals but there is nothing better than snuggling up together in front of a toasty log burner in a cosy cottage after a long walk. Enjoy frosty strolls through magical woodland...
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Top tips for pet owners during winter

Managing your pet’s health through winter can ensure that they get to enjoy the season along with you. Harsh winters can bring a number of challenges and stress for pet owners. With cold weather comes darker nights, which can prove to be hazardous for your cat or dog. Curious pets...
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Advice from the expert: How to care for ageing bunnies

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Our pet rabbits are living longer as we learn more about how to care for them and keep them healthy. However, these requirements change as they age and we need to be able to adjust their care appropriately. When is a rabbit senior? This varies between...
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A guide to exercising your pet in winter

In winter, like us, pets tend to spend more time inside, due to colder weather and as such may move less and get less exercise. Ensuring your pet gets the right amount of exercise whatever the weather is important for their health and quality of life. During winter months if...
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Caring for senior dogs

On average, dogs live for around 12 years, but many live much longer as individual breeds age at different rates. Middle age for most dogs is generally considered at around seven years of age, but each breed can differ with larger dogs such as Great Danes and Mastiffs known to...
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The Labrador Rescue Trust - Paul Watson, Regional Coordinator & Trustee The Labrador Rescue Trust was founded in 1988, originally named Labrador Rescue South West, due mainly to being based in the South West of England. The Trust changed its current name when granted National Status in 1993. This year,...
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Advice from the expert: Obesity in Rabbits

By Emma Purnell, RVN Cert.Nut. Our rabbits are just as prone to obesity as other companion animal species and this is a growing concern. How can we tell if they are overweight? What should we do to keep their weight healthy? Unlike most animals, there is a lot of very good, and...
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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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Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs...

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 not be aware that dogs can suffer from hay fever too. As a result, Pooch & Mutt’s in house Veterinary Surgeon, Dr Linda Simon, shares vital advice...