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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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Dogs set to leap into four-day festival in East Midlands from...

The Kennel Club International Agility Festival will return to Rutland Showground next month, for a fourth consecutive year. Held from 8-11 August 2024, thousands of dogs and owners, from the UK and abroad, will compete across all four days of the festival, which is supported by Skinner’s. The Kennel Club...
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How to keep pets safe this Lost Pet Prevention Month

This July marks Lost Pet Prevention Month, and vet charity, PDSA are sharing top tips for keeping pets safe, and what to do should the worst happen, and your pet becomes lost or is stolen.  PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing said: “Pets are a huge part of our lives, and...
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National Kitten Day: A guide to welcoming a new feline companion

National Kitten Day falls onto Wednesday 10th of July this year. This day is dedicated to celebrating the charm and playfulness of kittens and a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the joy and companionship that kittens bring into their owner’s lives. Welcoming a new cat into a home is both exciting...
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Ahoy there! Abandoned senior cat searching for forever home

The RSPCA is hoping to find a special home for a senior cat who was sadly abandoned by his previous owners in a property in March. Thankfully, the 11-year-old cat, named Captain Pebbles, was rescued by an RSPCA officer and came into the care of the charity’s Newbrook Farm Animal Centrein Frankley Green,...
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RSPCA animated film goes viral amid busiest period for animal cruelty

A hard-hitting new RSPCA animated film has been watched tens of thousands of times in just 72 hours - and is now set to hit television screens across the country. The 30-second film has been released as the animal welfare charity launches its 'No Animal Deserves Cruelty Appeal' - as the RSPCA is braced...
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Terrified dog blossoms in RSPCA care – but needs a loving...

A dog who would hide in the corner of his kennel and tremble whenever anyone went near him has blossomed into a happy, friendly dog - but is now desperate for a home. Ernie, two, has been in the care of the RSPCA for a whopping 471 days (as of...
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Ronnie’s raring to find his Doubles Partner

An ace rescue dog who is a smash hit with all staff at Dogs Trust Cumbria is hoping that by showing off his enviable ball skills, he will soon find his forever home.    One-year-old Lurcher Ronnie always has his eye on the ball, especially if it’s a tennis ball or of the...
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RSPCA and fire services rescue cat stuck on roof of three-storey...

The RSPCA and North West Fire Services rescued a much-loved cat who was sadly stuck on a three-storey roof for nearly two days in Cheshire. RSPCA inspector Lisa Lupson attended the incident on Sunday 30 June in Gravel Lane, Wilmslow, along with the North West Fire Services to try and...
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Does your dog have hay fever? How to spot and treat...

After a wet start to the summer, temperatures are finally rising in the UK — but unfortunately, so is the pollen count. If you suffer from hay fever, you’ve probably already noticed that pollen levels are very high right now, as we hit the peak of the growing season. But did you...
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Partially sighted cat rescued from property with 50 felines looks for...

The RSPCA is hoping to find a special home for a partially sighted cat called Pixie who was rescued from a property where around 50 cats were living in an unsuitable environment. Two-year-old Pixie came into the care of the RSPCA Hants and Surrey Border Branch in May after she was rescued by RSPCA...
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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...