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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...

Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.  This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
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Black magic: could you treat these cats to a new home...

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre is seeking homes for two black beauties on Hallow’een while trying to debunk the myths surrounding black felines. The animal charity hopes fans of All Hallows’ Eve will consider taking on a special pet as its Adoptober rehoming appeal comes to a close. The month-long...
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Number of missing dogs doubles during fireworks season

New statistics released today (31 October) by The Kennel Club, ahead of Diwali and Bonfire Night celebrations, show an alarming 120 per cent increase in the number of dogs that go missing during fireworks season. Missing pet data from Petlog, one of the UK’s largest lost and found pet databases run...
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Cat saved by PDSA after nearly being scared to death

In the run up to Bonfire Night, vet charity PDSA is urging owners to take steps to reduce fireworks stress for their pets, after a cat named Boo was nearly scared to death due to the loud bangs. Two-year-old tabby cat Boo was taken to Stoke PDSA Pet Hospital last...
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Associated Veterinary Services lauds PIF Service Awards

Launched back in 2019, Kent-based Associated Veterinary Services arrives at this year’s PIF awards as both a nominee for Pet Service Business Of The Year and a proud sponsor of the prestigious Export Business Award. These are indeed heady times for a young, ambitious veterinary practice currently enjoying significant, double-digit...
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Natures Menu Tasty Treats Range -the pawfect Christmas stocking filler

Natures Menu, Europe’s leading natural and raw food manufacturer, offers a range of delicious stocking fillers for your furry friend to enjoy this Christmas. Perfect for dogs with a range of preferences, The Real Meaty Treats range consists of classic best-selling meats including: Chicken, Beef and Lamb & Chicken. Each...
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Protect your pet during Halloween and Bonfire Night celebrations

With Halloween and Bonfire Night just around the corner, experts are concerned about the effect that extravagant fireworks displays and the deluge of trick-or-treaters at the door will have on our pets. Melanie Sainsbury, Veterinary Education Manager at Natures Menu has compiled some top tips for UK pet-owners to ensure...
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Dog rescued by RSPCA from frozen yard finds her forever home...

A former guard dog left in conditions of appalling neglect has started a new life with the vet assistant who nursed her back to wellness. German Shepherd cross Storm was left without supervision for a week in freezing temperatures in a bleak yard in Staffordshire along with two other dogs...
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Should your dog wear a jacket? Experts weigh in as temperatures...

After heavy rain has swept the country thanks to Storm Babet, weather forecasters are now predicting that icy conditions and even snow are set to hit parts of Britain over the next few weeks - making walking your dog a bit more challenging. A bit of cold weather is never...
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Black cat myth means they can take three times longer to...

To mark National Black Cat Day (October 27) and just in time for Halloween, the RSPCA has revealed that it sadly takes longer to rehome black cats than any other coat colour. Black cats are often associated with superstitions while some people believe they don’t look good in photos. This...
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Veterinary expert reveals how you can incorporate pumpkin into your pup’s...

With Halloween approaching and pumpkins in every window, it's estimated that 15.8 million pumpkins will go to waste this year. For those looking for alternative ways to use up our favourite autumnal vegetable, did you know that pumpkin is actually a doggy 'superfood'? Dog-friendly letting specialists, Canine Cottages has collaborated with...
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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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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...

Vets are urging dog owners to rethink their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures in November. With temperatures forecast close to freezing, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a critical safety issue for the nation's pet owners. Pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters, in...