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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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Poll reveals positive impact of pets

Pet owners reveal their pets have a positive effect on their overall wellbeing with 94% having a positive impact on their health, study reveals. The poll of pet owners found their four-legged friends make their feel happier (89%), but more than four in 10 don’t have insurance on their pets. Nearly...
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Festival for dog lovers to return this summer

Woofstock UK, a festival celebrating all things dog, is set to get tails wagging as it returns to Devon this August. Founded in 2014, the award-winning event welcomes families and their dogs to join in a weekend of canine-themed fun. Visitors can expect a host of exciting attractions at the festival:...
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Dog theft increases by 19% during lockdown

New research from Direct Line Pet Insurance reveals that reports of dog theft increased by a fifth in 2020. Last year, an estimated 2,438 dogs were reported as stolen to police forces in the UK, a 19% rise on 2019 (2,026). This is the equivalent of seven dogs being reported...
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World’s first ‘Happy Birthday’ song created for dogs and cats

In a World’s first, Natures Menu has launched a special Happy Birthday song, that only dogs and cats can understand. Featuring high pitched frequencies that can only be heard by dogs and cats, meows and barks and squeaky toy noises, the song has been specifically created to help them celebrate...
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Five myths about dog training vets want you to know aren’t...

With more people welcoming pooches to their family, longer evenings present the perfect time to start outdoor training with our four-legged friends. A vet nurse at leading pet health charity, PDSA has issued advice for new owners and those who may need a refresher, when it comes to pet training. PDSA...
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Bought By Many is new sponsor of Paul O’Grady: For the...

Bought By Many pet insurance has been announced as the new sponsor of hit ITV show – Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs. The show returns on April 7 for five new episodes and follows the ups and downs of life at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home as they...
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Cat charity celebrates remarkable lockdown success

National charity, Cats Protection celebrates the success of its online adoption process, launched in response to the lockdown. Cats Protection is celebrating the first anniversary of a pioneering online adoption process which was launched in response to the lockdown and has rehomed over 20,000 cats around the UK cats to...
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RSPCA highlights why rats hate social distancing

Sunday 4 April marked World Rat Day and the RSPCA is highlighting just how social and intelligent these rodents are and why they are commonly misunderstood pets. There were more than 200 incidents reported to the RSPCA about domestic rats in 2020 (221), this includes rats that have been neglected,...
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Dogs Trust Bridgend celebrates 100th happy rehome

Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust Bridgend as the rehoming centre celebrates its 100th rehome this year – in the form of an adorable, devoted duo. Taking the accolade are five-year old Jack Russell Pug crosses, Pixie and Cleo, who found themselves in the care of the Pen-y-Fai rehoming centre...
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Dermot O’Leary joins Cats Protection for exclusive video event

Cats Protection invites children to an exclusive virtual event with author and TV presenter Dermot O’Leary. To celebrate the launch of his latest book in the exciting Toto the Ninja Cat series, Dermot O’Leary will be taking part in a video conversation with Cats Protection’s Director of Veterinary Services,...
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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...