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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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Dogs Trust Ilfracombe unveils their brand new enrichment garden for dogs

There are plenty of waggy tails at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe as the team unveil their brand new enrichment garden for the dogs in their care. The enrichment garden was funded purely by donations by dog-loving supporters, and built by local landscape gardening company Birch Meadow Landscaping Ltd after staff members Vikki...
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RSPCA reunites kitten with owners after it’s found 85 miles from...

A mischievous kitten who took a long-distance trip from her home on the Yorkshire coast is back with her family thanks to the RSPCA – and the help of an up-to-date microchip. Loki went missing from her home in Filey, but a week later she mysteriously reappeared in Bradford, a...
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RSPCA appeals for information after two rabbits abandoned in cardboard box

The RSPCA is appealing for information after two rabbits were abandoned in a cardboard box in Attleborough, near Norfolk. The buns were spotted in a box under a hedge by a kind member of the public at around 2.30pm on Wednesday (20 July) on what was the busiest day at...
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UK dog charities recognised for life-changing work by leading online store...

Seven UK dog charities have received a life-changing prize from Your Dog’s Club to reward and recognise their dedication to all things dog. The announcement comes after a two-month competition in which the public nominated and voted for their favourite UK dog charity to become ‘Golden Shareholders’ and reap multiple...
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Your dog could win you free UK holidays for a year

Applications are now open for the dog job of a lifetime: to be the Canine Critic for 2022, travelling the UK reviewing dog-friendly holidays. Now in its fifth year, the annual Canine Critics competition gets tougher each year with tens of thousands of entries vying to be top dog. The...
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Top tips to keep children safe around dogs this summer

St John Ambulance and the RSPCA are offering guidance on keeping safe this summer as dog bite hospital admissions rise 17% in the past 12 months. St John Ambulance and the RSPCA want children, adults, and four-legged friends to enjoy a carefree, happy summer in parks and public spaces and...
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A Ruff-ing good job: Celebrating the most hard-working dog breeds

Dogs are more than just pets. Canines are intelligent animals that work alongside people in the workplace. To find out more about the benefits of working with dogs, we’ve spoken to Lynne Fisher, Marketing and Sales Support Manager at Cliverton, a leading provider of animal business insurance. “Dogs have been an...
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Dogs Trust Cumbria rehome 100th dog

Over one hundred dogs have been rehomed by Dogs Trust in Cumbria since January this year, with poodle-cross Peaches having the wonderful accolade of being the 100th pooch to find a new abode. As staff at Penrith waved a happy farewell to one-year-old Peaches, it was time to hang out...
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Shar-pei can finally see again thanks to RSPCA Brighton

An 18-month-old Shar-pei can see again after being rescued by the RSPCA. Reggie was living in unsuitable conditions and was signed over to the RSPCA to be cared for in May this year. When he arrived at the RSPCA Sussex, Brighton and East Grinstead branch in Patcham, staff were shocked...
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Dogs Trust Evesham seeks doggy foster ‘pawrents’

Dogs Trust Evesham is calling on local dog lovers to consider opening their hearts and their homes to give a dog a home temporarily as part of the charity’s fostering scheme. Dogs Trust’s Home From Home fostering scheme finds foster homes for dogs that need a little extra TLC 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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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...