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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...
Do you really know what you are feeding your furry friend?
New research from Paws.com found that a staggering 95% of dog foods owned by big brands don’t reveal their exact ingredients.
The study looked at over a thousand wet and dry dog foods across Britain’s supermarkets and Amazon’s bestseller list. It found four common trends in a lot of dog...
Glasgow charity vets save pup’s paw after horror ‘fence jumping’ injury
A young dog’s taste for adventure ended in near-disaster when he tried to jump the garden fence and was left with a horrific wound to his paw.
When owner Margaret Harkinson let two-year old Lurcher, Rocco into the garden of their home in Motherwell, Lanarkshire, she had no idea that...
Eight kittens found in cemetery rescued by Battersea Old Windsor
Eight newly born kittens found abandoned in a Slough cemetery are looking forward to living bright new lives thanks to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in Old Windsor.
The kittens, all of which are different ages and from different litters were found by a member of public in June before...
Itch deliver personalised, effective flea treatment straight to your door
Forgetting to flea your pet is a thing of the past with Itch’s personalises, effective monthly flea treatment – delivered to your door.
Fleas are a nightmare for our family pets and home and yet keeping on top of monthly flea and worming is one of the easiest things to...
James Middleton and Babboe get wheels in motion at Battersea Dogs...
In partnership with James Middleton, entrepreneur and mental health campaigner, Babboe yesterday donated a Dog-e bike to Battersea Dogs Home.
A long-time fan of the cargo bikes, which have recently soared in populariy in the UK, Middleton is often spotted with his four-legged friends cycling the streets of London on...
RSPCA receives more than 10,000 calls about cats
The RSPCA has revealed that last year there were 134,537 calls coming through to its cruelty line – which is one call every four minutes.
This International Cat Day (August 8), the RSPCA is shining a light on the plight of cats and how we can help them.
According to RSPCA...
The perfect pup: what dog is right for you?
Paws.com provide a definite guide for potential new pet owners, a guide on which dog would best suit your lifestyle.
As families come together over the summer and school holidays, many will think about adding a new furry friend to the fold.
Dogs are the most popular of pets in the...
Hill’s launch new range of functional dog treats
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has launched a new range of five delicious dog treats.
The tasty new treats each provide specific health benefits without added artificial preservatives, flavours or colours and are the perfect complement to Hill’s existing ranges.
The new range has clinically proven benefits and is designed to help manage...
IAMS survey reveals pets are number one source of happiness for...
A new survey has revealed that almost 3 in 4 pet owners wouldn’t give up their pet for love nor money.
The survey conducted by IAMS, showed that 69% of pet owners have revealed they would not give up their pet, even if it meant they could win the lottery,...
RSPCA looking for alternative homes for cats in Kent
The RSPCA has renewed its appeal to find outdoor homes for cats in Kent as the charity has become overrun with semi-feral cats.
The RSPCA Canterbury branch has been working with the owner of a smallholding in Kent to help rehome a number of semi-feral cats.
So far, 18 cats...
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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.
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