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Worried pet owners would cut back on food and heating rather...

Worried pet owners in the UK would cut back on food and heating rather than give up their beloved companion, a new survey has found. The poll for national pet charity Blue Cross found the almost two-thirds of owners (58%) have already reduced personal and household spending to afford their...
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Natural Instinct launches limited edition Easter feast for dogs and cats

Back by popular demand, premium raw pet food brand Natural Instinct launches its limited-edition Easter Feast. As government restrictions have lifted this year, Easter is looking to be bigger than ever, making it an ideal opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family, indulge in chocolate and take part...
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Holiday-makers return home to find lost ferret in outside toilet!

A couple returning from holiday had a surprise when they found a lost ferret hiding in their outside toilet. The holiday-makers returned home to Colchester, Essex, on 18 March, to find the female ferret hiding in their outside utility room and toilet. RSPCA rescuer Jess Bush said: “They’d been away on...
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RSPCA Cat Hub marks fourth anniversary and rehomes its 1,000th cat

The RSPCA Cat Hub in Darlington has rehomed its 1,000th cat in a special event which saw a guest appearance from The Yorkshire Vet Julian Norton. The Cat Hub was set up by the RSPCA four years ago to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome cats in need in the North East....
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French bulldog relinquished to charity as owners couldn’t afford his vet...

A young French bulldog is looking for a new home after being handed over to the RSPCA when his owners couldn’t afford the expensive bill for his life-saving surgery to help him breathe. One-year-old French bulldog Beau came into the care of RSPCA Hillingdon, Slough, Windsor, Kingston & District branch...
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Vet warns these 7 popular garden plants are toxic to dogs

Spring is well and truly here, with many looking to the warmer weather to update their gardens. Pooch & Mutt warn against these seven popular garden plants that are toxic to dogs. 1. Tulips Tulips, perhaps one of the most common blooms in spring, can cause gastrointestinal problems accompanied by central...
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Survey reveals a quarter of Brits want their pets to be...

National Pet Month takes place over April 2022, with the aim of raising awareness of responsible pet ownership as well as the many benefits of having a furry companion in the family. However, one modern aspect of pet ownership that is becoming more popular is providing them with a social...
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Dog tied to gates of rehoming centre needs new loving home

Staff at Dogs Trust Merseyside are searching for a home for a dog found tied to the gates of the Huyton-based rehoming centre. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier, who is believed to be around six, was discovered with his food bowls and a hand-written note from his owners telling staff his...
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Smiley dog Billy is looking for a home after being overlooked...

The RSPCA is looking to find a special home for a two year old lurcher who has sadly been overlooked for more than four months. Billy is a fun-loving lurcher with plenty of personality but sadly has had no interest from potential adopters for over 120 days. The staff at the...
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Barkitecture: How to create the paw-fect home for your pooch

Over the past couple of years more than ever, our furry friends have provided vital companionship and mental support. Vet charity, PDSA, revealed that almost 90% of UK pet owners feel mentally healthier thanks to their pets in its 2021 PAW report*, highlighting that they really are a human’s best...
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NOAH supports StreetVet as charity of the year

NOAH has announced it will be supporting StreetVet as its charity of the year in 2022. StreetVet delivers free essential veterinary care and services to people experiencing homelessness in a number of locations around the UK. Led by vets, they provide free veterinary care to homeless people’s animals and have...
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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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The High Street Cafes and Restaurants where you can dine with...

The UK High Street is becoming more dog-friendly, with several big-name cafes, coffee shops and restaurants now welcoming pets alongside their pet parents. Brands such as Starbucks, Costa, Café Nero, Gaucho and Bill’s all have opened their doors to customers’ canine companions.  Dog-friendly Vietnamese restaurant chain Pho has partnered with leading pet...