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Newly commissioned report reveals wellbeing wonders of bonding time with pets

A new report shows that strong emotional bonds with pets bring important mental and physical benefits To celebrate the quiet moments of connection between pet parents and their four-legged family members, Lily’s Kitchen, the B Corp pet food brand, has commissioned a series of portraits capturing these cherished moments of...
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Get the steps in for National Dog Walking Month with WeWard...

January is Walk Your Dog Month and what better way to kick start your New Year’s Resolutions by getting out in the great outdoors and walking off some of that festive food and drink? The most obvious health benefit to you and your dog being is getting outdoors to exercise...
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Battersea dogs and cats need you: Appeal for Foster Carers

Battersea is calling on residents living near its three centres in London, Old Windsor and Brands Hatch as well as its Community locations in Basingstoke, Guildford and Ashford to become Foster Carers and help dogs and cats in need of a home. The much-loved animal charity is seeking more Foster...
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Walking your dog can be the best therapy on ‘the most...

The third Monday of every January is commonly known as ‘Blue Monday’ or ‘the most depressing day of the year’. The long shifts at work, cold sunless days and distance from the last pay check can add up to quite the blue package. With Blue Monday falling on the 16th...
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Search launched for the UK’s most marvellous moggy 

Cat lovers across the UK are being invited to nominate their furry friends for the biggest event in the feline year – the National Cat Awards. Run by the charity Cats Protection, the annual event celebrates the nation’s most marvellous moggies, with heart-warming tales of devotion, courage and companionship. Entries open...
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Pet owner’s winter blues affect pets across the UK

More than half of British pet owners (55%) believe their animals suffer from the January blues, reveals new research by Vetster, the telehealth platform which connects licensed veterinarians with pet owners concerned about their pets’ health. Ahead of Blue Monday 16th January 2023, over half (50%) of owners surveyed reveal they walk their...
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Top puppy and kitten names of 2022 revealed

Pets at Home has revealed the top ten puppy and kitten names of 2022, as Luna holds the top spot for both canine and feline companions for the third year running. There has also been no change at second place as Bella remains the second most popular name for new...
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Paleo Ridge offer Essentials Range at a discounted rate for two...

Paleo Ridge, the UK’s leading and most accredited producer of high-quality raw dog food, announce their new Essential range will be available at the discounted rate of £1.99 per 500g pack with effect from 09th January for two weeks. This cost-saving deal will be available online and in selected local...
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Expert canine behaviourist reveals how dog anxiety can affect a pet...

Everyone gets anxious occasionally, and our four-legged friends are no different. The pandemic meant we spent significantly more time at home, which ultimately saw our dogs enjoying the company of their paw-rents all day, every day. Anxiety can occur in many different forms including general anxiety, former rescue dog anxiety,...
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The Kennel Club invites dogs and owners to ‘Have a Go’...

The Kennel Club, the organisation behind Crufts, is inviting dogs and owners to its ‘Have a Go’ training day and special show, hosted by the Manchester Dog Show Society, on Sunday 22 January at the Staffordshire County Showground, Stafford. Owners can find out what it’s like to compete in the...
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Dogs Trust Vice-Chair awarded MBE in King’s inaugural Honours List

The Vice-Chairman of the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, is celebrating after receiving an MBE for services to Animal Welfare in King Charles' inaugural New Year Honours list. Philip Daubeny, originally from Kent, is a passionate animal lover who has served Dogs Trust voluntarily for 27 years; 13...
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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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Experts warn dog owners about toxicity risk from mince pies

Digital PR Agency analysed a huge 500% spike in searches querying toxic dog foods this month, as a study discovered dogs are 75% more likely to be treated by a vet for eating harmful food around the festive season. To inform owners and avoid worry before it’s too late, experts at Digital PR Agency curated a list of...