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How to spot hypothermia in pets

With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.  PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
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Is your pet’s paw-some personality unique in the UK? Find out...

Nestlé Purina are on a mission to uncover the quirky habits and most loved traits of the nation’s pets. Purina’s pet survey, Paws Up Poll, can help cat and dog owners to uncover hidden traits in their pets – like finding out if your dog is left or right...
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Agria launches campaign to rehome animals in need from 11 UK...

Agria has launched its ‘Rescue a Rescue’ campaign with hopes to find forever homes for 13 nominated pets from across the UK while raising awareness of the rehoming mission. The 11 rescues and their chosen representatives are winners of a competition held on Agria’s social media channels, to find the...
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Back-to-school separation anxiety in dogs

With the kids back in school and the Summer Holidays out of sight, for many of us, September doesn’t just bring a change in the weather.   Now the nights are drawing in, your pets, particularly your pooches, can become sensitive to changes to their routine as well as their environment.   PDSA...
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Celebrity dance stars spin into doggy dinner time dance-off!

In an enchanting fusion of fancy footwork and prancing paws, Tails.com has unveiled a delightful dance spectacle from the minds of celebrity dancers Janette Manrara and Aljaž Škorjanec. This unique performance captures the exuberant spirit of dogs during their most anticipated moment of the day – dinner time.  The research underpinning this...
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Dog loses weight to find loving home

An overweight dog has lost 13kg (28.7lb) in the search for a healthier life and a fresh start. Staffie-cross Missy was taken in by the RSPCA in March 2023 when her owner moved into sheltered accommodation and the dog needed somewhere to go. The six-year-old has won over the whole team at the...
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Former stray dog who loves being read to is hoping for...

The team at Dogs Trust Manchester are hoping one of their canine residents is about to turn the page and start a new chapter in her life after being found wandering the streets alone.  Two-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross, Cardi, is a fun-loving girl but a volunteer at the Denton-based...
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Rosewood Pet launches exciting new product range

Rosewood Pet Products has introduced an exciting new line-up to its collection of pet toys, beds, treats and accessories. The pet brand has also released new additions to its popular Battersea and Morris & Co collections. Rosewood Pet has introduced the following: Play time  Available in selected stores and online retailers...
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Good enouigh to eat! Larger than life edible house ‘pups’ in...

Fresh dog food brand, Butternut Box, created a larger than life, edible house for dogs to shine a light on the importance of feeding fresh and inspire dog owners to make healthier food choices for their pets. Dog lovers and their four-legged friends flocked to Sherwood Pines, Nottinghamshire to see the...
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As Sir Keir Starmer welcomes a Siberian kitten to Downing Street,...

As the Prime Minister and his family welcome a Siberian kitten to Downing Street, the nation’s infamous chief mouse-catcher, Larry, will no longer be the only kit-on-the-block, as Sir Keir Starmer’s new kitten, moves in. Welcoming new furry family members can be an exciting moment for any pet owner, but...
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Southampton raw pet food retailer introduces frozen deliveries nationwide

A Southampton raw pet food retailer has announced it has expanded its delivery service to now include national deliveries. Healthy Pet Store in Totton had previously only delivered to postcodes in its county and neighbouring counties through its own vans. By introducing national delivery, it will now be able to...
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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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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...

A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer. Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent. She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex. Mette...