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RSPCA appeal after three neglected dogs are abandoned in Merseyside 

The RSPCA is appealing for people to come forward with information after three neglected dogs were found - presumed abandoned - in two separate incidents in Merseyside. The first one involved two severely matted and unwell Chow Chows which were found tied to a tree in the L36 area of Liverpool...
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Finding your local natural healthcare stockiest is now easy

Due to the increasing demand to find local Nutravet stockists, the natural animal health company have recently introduced a new ‘Where to Buy’ section on their website. The new section provides visitor’s instant access to details of Nutravet stockists across the UK. Nutravet managing Director, Matthew Shaw, said: “Nutravet products are...
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Award-winning pet insurance company among key sponsors for DogFest 2018

DogFest 2018 has announced their key sponsor partnerships for this year’s events, which include The Big Tick Project and Animal Friends Pet Insurance. Tens of thousands of dog lovers are set to attend the ultimate festival for dogs, which returns this summer for its fifth year with three UK dates. The...
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Owners are urged to take care of pets as temperatures soar...

The RSPCA received 241 call in just six days, as the UK enjoys some of the hottest days of the year. After just one week of warm weather the animal charity has already received 241 calls between April 14 and April 19. Last year the RSPCA received 7,199 calls about...
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Dogs Trust Merseyside shine a light on misunderstood homeless hounds

Dogs Trust Merseyside is holding its first Greyhound & Lurcher Awareness week after more than ever being cared for at the rehoming centre. Almost a quarter of the 81 homeless hounds currently at the rehoming centre in Huyton are Greyhounds and Lurchers. The awareness week will start on Monday (23 April)...
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Missing cat takes 60-mile trip in delivery lorry

A cat who had been missing since Easter has now been reunited with his owner thanks to him being micro-chipped. Dexter managed to climb into a supermarket delivery lorry and took a 60-mile round trip before hopping back out at the warehouse in Sheffield. The driver of the Morrisons lorry had...
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Wobbly cat found at caravan park had two air gun pellets...

A stray cat who started to get ‘wobbly’ on her back legs is being cared for by the RSCPA after vets found she had two air gun pellets lodged in her body. The animal welfare charity were called to Coghurst Hall Holiday Park in Hastings, East Sussex on 9 April...
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Owners to step up to the My Big Walkies Challenge

The RSPCA is challenging animal lovers who enjoy walkies to take 10,000 steps every day in June to raise vital funds for animal welfare. My Big Walkies will help to raise funds to help the RSPCA continue to rescue animals, as well as remind owners of the benefits of walking...
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Mayhew to hold month of fundraising in May

London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew is holding a month of fundraising fun in May. The fundraising will help the charity to continue their vital, life-saving work to help abandoned, neglected and vulnerable cats and dogs, as well as owners in need, both in the UK and overseas. During Month of Mayhew,...
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Johnson’s Veterinary announce new size of award winning range

Johnson’s Veterinary Products Ltd have added to their award winning 4fleas range for dogs and cats with the introduction of an additional size of their Action 4fleas Spot-on solution for dogs. The new size aims to meet the demand from retailers and their customers in view of the growing popularity...
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Vet’s Kitchen crown the winners of their Biggest Loser Challenge

Recent scientific research indicates that at least a third of dogs and a quarter of cats are clinically overweight or obese. To help combat obesity in pets, Vet’s Kitchen launched an appeal to find dogs and cats from across the nation to take part in its Biggest Loser Challenge. 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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Crufts 2025 tickets go on sale: World’s greatest celebration of dogs...

Dogs from all walks of life are preparing to put their best paws forward, as tickets are now on sale for Crufts 2025, which is returning to the NEC in Birmingham, from 6 – 9 March. Organised by The Kennel Club, the four-day event, which is expected to welcome over...