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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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Can sleeping with your cat benefit your sleep quality?

Sleeping with pets is certainly not for everyone, and while some owners are not too keen on the idea, for some, there’s nothing better. In recent years it’s become common knowledge that a good night’s sleep is vital to overall health and wellbeing, and with this in mind, does sleeping...
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Hotpoint and Blue Cross create super-sized dog house to announce partnership

British home appliance brand Hotpoint, together with animal welfare charity Blue Cross, have unveiled a larger-than-life, super-sized dog house in London to kick start a long-term partnership to help raise awareness of, and find forever homes for, the rising numbers of pets waiting in rehoming centres across the UK. The Hotpoint Forever...
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Pedigree breeder given five year cat ban for neglecting 11 Persians

A woman from North Shields who advertised pedigree cats on Facebook failed to get veterinary treatment for 11 underweight Persians who were all suffering from a catalogue of health problems, a court has heard.  tephanie Neesam (DoB 05.09.88), who used the name  ‘Purrcise Persian’s,’ on the social media platform, left...
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Bella & Duke to support four hero dogs as part of its...

Raw pet food and wellness subscription company, Bella & Duke, was established with the health and well-being of our nation’s pets at the forefront, which is why the company was proud to partner with Therapy Dogs Nationwide in 2023 and is continuing to fundraise and support the charity’s work...
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RSPCA delight as Netherlands one step closer to banning puppy yoga

News that the Netherlands is one step closer to banning puppy yoga has been met with delight from the RSPCA, which has long raised concerns over the welfare of dogs during classes. Puppy yoga was banned in Italy last month - and now the Netherlands is set to follow suit...
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One in four pet owners concerned they can’t afford their pets’...

A quarter (25%) of pet owners are concerned they can no longer afford the upkeep of their dog(s) or cat(s), according to findings from Tesco Bank’s new Pet Index research.  It’s puppy and kitten owners, who perhaps didn’t factor in the full expense of welcoming a pet into their home,...
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Battersea’s longest serving volunteer spends almost a quarter of a century...

Battersea Old Windsor’s longest-serving volunteer is being celebrated this Volunteers’ Week (3 – 9 June 2024) for her support caring for thousands of dogs for more than 24 years.  Ann Palmer started her volunteering journey in February 2000 as she wanted to spend more time with dogs and support animals...
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Retired teacher goes the extra mile for homeless hounds

As organisations across Shropshire celebrate Volunteers’ Week (3-9 June) a Dogs Trust Shrewsbury volunteer is urging other dog lovers to join the team.  Nick Munro has been volunteering at the rehoming centre since 2019, dedicating two mornings a week to helping take care of the dogs, particularly those who have been...
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Five ways to help a pet struggling with seasonal allergies

With the UK enjoying a hot spring, and temperature continuing to climb, so too is the pollen count which can dampen the summer mood – both for people and their pets. PDSA vets, together with PDSA Pet Insurance, are reminding pet owners that furry family members can suffer from pollen allergies...
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The truth about viral TikTok dog feeding hacks – two experts...

TikTok’s #petcare hashtag has more than 15 million views, many of the videos featuring ‘hacks’ for dog care and feeding, with novice owners and experts alike sharing what they think is best for their dogs and yours. So, it’s no surprise that pet owners looking for solutions and the best...
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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...