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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...
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Top tips to keep children safe around dogs this summer

St John Ambulance and the RSPCA are offering guidance on keeping safe this summer as dog bite hospital admissions rise 17% in the past 12 months. St John Ambulance and the RSPCA want children, adults, and four-legged friends to enjoy a carefree, happy summer in parks and public spaces and...
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A Ruff-ing good job: Celebrating the most hard-working dog breeds

Dogs are more than just pets. Canines are intelligent animals that work alongside people in the workplace. To find out more about the benefits of working with dogs, we’ve spoken to Lynne Fisher, Marketing and Sales Support Manager at Cliverton, a leading provider of animal business insurance. “Dogs have been an...
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Dogs Trust Cumbria rehome 100th dog

Over one hundred dogs have been rehomed by Dogs Trust in Cumbria since January this year, with poodle-cross Peaches having the wonderful accolade of being the 100th pooch to find a new abode. As staff at Penrith waved a happy farewell to one-year-old Peaches, it was time to hang out...
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Shar-pei can finally see again thanks to RSPCA Brighton

An 18-month-old Shar-pei can see again after being rescued by the RSPCA. Reggie was living in unsuitable conditions and was signed over to the RSPCA to be cared for in May this year. When he arrived at the RSPCA Sussex, Brighton and East Grinstead branch in Patcham, staff were shocked...
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Dogs Trust Evesham seeks doggy foster ‘pawrents’

Dogs Trust Evesham is calling on local dog lovers to consider opening their hearts and their homes to give a dog a home temporarily as part of the charity’s fostering scheme. Dogs Trust’s Home From Home fostering scheme finds foster homes for dogs that need a little extra TLC and...
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Petributes releases new cockapoo urn

Petributes has released a Cockapoo urn, which is available now. The Cockapoo boosts the range of Petributes' figurine dog urns to more than 20 breeds. The urns provide a discreet way of storing a pet's ashes, through the use of a hollow interior. The Cockapoo's fun loving, enthusiastic and affectionate nature...
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Common dog training myths busted by PDSA Vet

Bringing a new pup home is an exciting time but it can also be daunting getting to grips with pet ownership. Training, in particular, can feel overwhelming for a new owner, and it is sometimes easy to pick up the wrong habits. Getting the basics nailed early on will...
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Record-breaking success for young agility handlers and dogs at Junior Open...

The Young Kennel Club (YKC) Agility Team GB made history by winning three gold medals at the Junior Open Agility World Championships in Vantaa, Finland, which took place from 14-17 July. 13-year-old Taylor Lyon from Northampton won gold in the Medium Under 15 category with his Cocker Spaniel, Elliott,...
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Elderly dog who lived on the streets for eight years needs...

A 12-year-old ‘gentle soul’ has found himself separated from his owner having lived alongside him on the streets for eight years. Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross, Buddy, arrived at Dogs Trust Merseyside after his owner had finally found accommodation, but sadly he couldn’t take Buddy with him to his new home. Georgina...
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Lily’s Kitchen launches Limited Edition Surf and Turf recipe

Just in time for hitting those summertime vibes, Lily’s Kitchen is launching a mouth-watering limited-edition Surf & Turf recipe for dogs. An easy, breezy summertime supper, with a refreshing mix of beef with salmon and prawns, this delicious combination of flavours is sure to win the heart of every...
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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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Blossom the dog saved by PDSA after dog attack left her...

A loveable Maltese cross dog named Blossom was saved by PDSA vets after suffering extensive wounds to her neck and chest from another dog, while out on a walk. The seven-year-old dog, whose favourite pastime is shredding her owner’s post, was being walked by a friend when out of nowhere...