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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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Big dogs take longer to rehome as cost of living puts...

Big dogs take almost twice as long to rehome as smaller breeds, according to figures released by the RSPCA today. The RSPCA - the world’s largest and oldest animal welfare charity, which celebrates its 200th birthday this year - has released new figures that show it takes almost twice as...
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Three-quarters of owners agree dog walks boost mood

Research from The Kennel Club released ahead of Mental Health Awareness Week has revealed the positive impact that dogs have on their owners’ wellbeing, not only through providing a source of comfort, but also by keeping them active and giving them a routine. This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week is...
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Even early summer temperatures can cause heat stroke, Dogs Trust warns...

With sunshine finally arriving in many parts of the UK, Dogs Trust, the nation’s largest dog welfare charity, is warning dog owners that too much exercise in warm weather – even as mild as those forecast for this weekend - can cause severe health problems for our canine companions. While most dog...
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Burgess Pet Care makes biggest ever donation to UK greyhound and...

Burgess Pet Care is thrilled to announce that six greyhound and lurcher rescue centres across the UK have won the highest number of nominations and will receive a share of £20,000 worth of Burgess Greyhound and Lurcher dry dog food, as part of a national campaign run by the...
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PDSA shares hot weather advice to pet owners

With temperatures rising, people across the country will be planning how to make the most of the warm weather – but vet charity PDSA has issued a warning for pet owners ahead of the sweltering heatwave this weekend.   PDSA Vet Nurse, Gemma Renwick says: “Whilst some pets may appreciate pleasant...
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Impending microchipping law catches many cat owners unawares 

A significant number of cat owners remain unaware of the impending microchipping law set to come into force in a month.  With the deadline for all cats in England to be microchipped looming, a new survey has uncovered startling gaps in owner understanding.  The poll on 1,000 cat owners conducted for...
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National Lottery winners give dog charity a new leash of life

National Lottery winners worth over £35M have finished a ‘pawsome’ makeover of a bungalow for assistance dog charity Canine Partners. The 30 strong group of winners transformed the two bedroom holiday home and its garden which will be rented out to people and families who use assistance dogs. The ‘millionaire makeover’...
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Man failed to get treatment for cat who was left with...

A cat who was rescued by the RSPCA with nearly every bone in his paw fractured, had not been taken to a vet by his owner and had suffered for up to a fortnight, a court has heard.  Buddy, a black adult cat, had broken four out of the five...
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Over third of people put off from adopting a pet over...

With pet owners across the UK facing increasing costs, and animal shelters working hard to rehome abandoned pets, new research today reveals over a third (35%) of UK adults said they would be put off from adopting a rescue dog or cat due to worries over potential high medical...
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Charity dog walk sets sights on Guinness World Records™ title

It’s a deluge of Dachshunds! Back to celebrate its fifth year, the Agria Dog Walk UK is set to make a splash with its inaugural Guinness World Records title attempt, aiming to break the record for Largest Dachshund Dog Walk this May. Taking place at Marble Hill House, London, the...
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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...