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Newly commissioned report reveals wellbeing wonders of bonding time with pets

A new report shows that strong emotional bonds with pets bring important mental and physical benefits To celebrate the quiet moments of connection between pet parents and their four-legged family members, Lily’s Kitchen, the B Corp pet food brand, has commissioned a series of portraits capturing these cherished moments of...
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Rescued cat with missing tail finds a new home

London-based aninmal welfare charity were shocked to find a tortoiseshell cat with a missing tail while out to neuter feral cats. Animal welfare officer, Libby Cannon found the young cat in a local colony and although the wound did not appear to be fresh, the skin and surrounding stump looked...
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Balding puppies dumped on a cold day need Christmas jumpers for...

Two bald puppies who were dumped with their mum weeks before Christmas have asked Santa for their fur back. Two sweet Lurcher puppies, Holly and Ivy were balding and itching when they were dumped on a cold, wet winter’s day with their mum, Mistletoe just weeks before Christmas. The 12-week old...
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More than half of dog owners spent up to £150 on...

The RSPCA advises people to ensure they have pet insurance and avoid unwelcome vet bills this Christmas. Pet owners could find themselves having to shell out hundreds of pounds over the festive season if their animal has an unexpected accident or swallows anything from chocolate tinsel, dried fruit or turkey...
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Rabbit with wonky ears hopes to find a new home this...

A lop-eared rabbit who looks like a unicorn, due to wonky ear that stands upright on his head, is looking for a home. Staff at RSPCA Milton Keynes & North Bucks branch are hoping that Wonky’s unusual look will bag him a new owner in time for Christmas. Carol Spindler, from...
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The Kennel Club launches new ‘voice for dogs’ manifesto ahead of...

Ahead of the General Election on 12 December, the new Kennel Club manifesto, ‘A Voice for Dogs’, calls upon the incoming government to reshape the laws surrounding dog welfare. The wide-ranging nine-point plan highlights the key issues facing dogs and their owners and details the legislative changes and measures...
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True Instinct launch ‘High Meat’ range for cats and kittens

True Instinct has introduced a ‘High Meat’ product for our feline friends to its premium range of dry and complete food. With a recipe ratio of 73% high meat and 25% natural fruit, vegetables and botanicals, the nutritious dry biscuits have fantastic palatability and provide complete and balanced nutrition...
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RSPCA highlight heart breaking stories behind real-life stars of Christmas film

The RSPCA shines a light on the rescue animals who star in this year’s charity Christmas film. Already the film- featuring Poppy the Labrador cross and Frankie, the grey kitten alongside Shetland pony Tink – has racked up more than 190,000 views. Frankie, the tiny grey kitten, was discovered after he...
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Winter wonderland grotto is set up for homeless dogs in Manchester

Christmas came early for the residents of Manchester Dogs Home in Cheshire, when a winter wonderland grotto was set up for them. The snow-covered space featured a giant gingerbread hose made entirely from 2,000 dog biscuits, 1,600 chewy treats, 12 kilos of melted dog drops for ‘cement’ and 24 pup-friendly...
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Natures Menu share how to keep your pets safe this Christmas

With winter in full swing and the countdown just around the corner, Natures Menu reveals shocking festive favourites that have the potential to be hazardous to pets. These include: Christmas tree water Chocolate Christmas dinner Christmas decorations Silica gel Christmas pudding and mince pies Christmas plants Batteries Candles Fires As well...
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Dogs Trust reveals urgent improvements needed to report illegally imported dogs

New findings reveal that 74% of UK vet professionals believe they've seen a dog that could have been illegally imported in the past 12 months. The UK’s largest dog welfare charity Dogs Trust polled professionals in the veterinary sector earlier this year to understand how confident they felt about identifying...
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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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Experts warn dog owners about toxicity risk from mince pies

Digital PR Agency analysed a huge 500% spike in searches querying toxic dog foods this month, as a study discovered dogs are 75% more likely to be treated by a vet for eating harmful food around the festive season. To inform owners and avoid worry before it’s too late, experts at Digital PR Agency curated a list of...