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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...
RSPCA prepares to care for record number of horses this Christmas
The RSPCA is preparing to care for hundreds of horses this Christmas taking in more equines than ever before.
Hundreds of horses are expected to be taken in by the RSPCA this winter as the equine crisis continues.
The animal welfare charity rescued 5,429 animals over last Christmas period (2017) and...
Could a noise-cancelling kennel solve firework stress for pets?
With the festive season comes New Year Fireworks and an estimated 45% of dogs in the UK show signs of fear when they hear fireworks.
Many of us look forward to New Year Eve with the countdown to midnight and the skies illuminated by fireworks, but this can cause distress...
Blue Cross vets warn of festive dangers for pets
National pet charity Blue Cross is alerting pet owners of the many hidden dangers of the festive season.
The charity is warning of toxic foods to dangerous seasonal plants so that pet-loving families can keep their pets safe during Christmas.
Vets at Blue Cross animal Hospital in Victoria, London have already...
More than two-thirds of animal lovers plan to avoid plastics this...
According to an RSPCA poll, more than two-thirds of people are planning to avoid single-use plastics this festive season.
As part of plans for a kinder Christmas for animals, 69% of shoppers said they would try to cut down on single use plastics like straws or carrier bags.
A further...
Agria helps elderly pets this winter with lifetime insurance
Agria Pet Insurance is making lifetime cover available for pets of all ages from 1st December to 31st January 2019 inclusive.
‘Age Amnesty’ gives owners of older pets the perfect opportunity to obtain a lifetime policy and benefit from the long-term peace of mind this provides.
Having insurance for an older...
Elderly underweight pooch wears a Christmas jumper to stay warm
An underweight elderly dog in RSPCA care wears a Christmas jumper to keep warm.
Twelve-year old Staffie Marble was taken in by the RSPCA by inspectors in Birmingham after concerns were raised about his welfare.
He was underweight and suffering from a skin condition and while staff work to increase...
Over half of pet owners care more about their dog than...
According to new research by Asda Money, 67% of dog owners named their pooch as their best friend.
For centuries, dog has been a man’s best friend and it seems the special bond with our four-legged friends has grown closer than ever before, with UK pet owners admitting to putting...
MP joins Dogs Trust in calling for an end to puppy...
This week Andrew Gwynne MP attended an event hosted by Dogs Trust at the House of Commons where the charity called on the government to take urgent action to end puppy smuggling.
The MP for Denton and Reddish was amongst 64 MPs and Peers who attended the event, where there...
Orvis UK launch dog treats in time for Christmas
If you’re looking for some treats to spoil your dog this Christmas, Orvis UK have launched some tasty treats for your pooch.
Despite Orvis being well-known for producing luxury dog product including their memory foam dog beds, this is the first time, retail and mail-order business have created dog food....
DogFest returns for 2019 with a bonanza of shows and activities
The UK’s biggest and best day out for dogs and their families is back – and bigger than ever next year.
DogFest is now entering its sixth year and will take place over three dates in three different locations, including Knewbworth House (11-12 May), Tatton Park, Cheshire (15-16 June) and...
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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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