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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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Top tips for pet owners during Christmas

Christmas can be an exciting time for everyone and many pet owners like to include their pets in the festivities by buying them presents and feeding them their own Christmas dinner. However, Christmas can also bring some challenges for many pet owners. Being wary of the danger of Christmas decorations...
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UK’s unluckiest rescue dog finds a home for Christmas

The UK’s unluckiest rescue dog had all of her Christmases come early when she went home to her new family, earlier this week. Daisy, a nine-year-old Mastiff cross, first arrived at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home eight years ago as a young and energetic dog where she stayed for just...
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Nation’s pets to receive plenty of paw-fect presents

More than 80% of pet owners will buy a present for their pet this Christmas, an RSPCA survey found. The survey carried out by the national animal charity discovered that 83% of animal lovers will buy their pet a Christmas present, with 44% spending up to £10 and 28% splashing...
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Why Christmas is the worst time of year to get a...

  Vet charity, PDSA share their advice on why the festive season is not the best time to get a new pet. Christmas is nearly here and many children (and grown-ups alike) might be asking Santa for a cuddly puppy, cute kitten or big-eared bunny. However, before Santa loads his sleigh...
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RSPCA rallies around rabbits needing help this Christmas

The RSPCA is preparing to help hundreds of rabbits this Christmas as they gear up for a busy winter. The animal welfare charity – one of the oldest and largest in the world – is preparing for an influx of animals needing care this winter as staff and volunteers prepare...
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Fish4Dogs spreads ‘fishmas’ joy to rescue dogs & cats

Christmas came early for borders at a Worcester animal rescue centre when the CEO of Fish4Dogs played Santa. Graham Smith delivered a host of festive goodies in order to spread a little ‘fishmas’ joy to cats and dogs currently waiting for their forever homes. Fish4Dogs is a long-term supported of the...
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RSPCA prepares to care for record number of horses this Christmas

The RSPCA is preparing to care for hundreds of horses this Christmas taking in more equines than ever before. Hundreds of horses are expected to be taken in by the RSPCA this winter as the equine crisis continues. The animal welfare charity rescued 5,429 animals over last Christmas period (2017) and...
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Could a noise-cancelling kennel solve firework stress for pets?

With the festive season comes New Year Fireworks and an estimated 45% of dogs in the UK show signs of fear when they hear fireworks. Many of us look forward to New Year Eve with the countdown to midnight and the skies illuminated by fireworks, but this can cause distress...
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Blue Cross vets warn of festive dangers for pets

National pet charity Blue Cross is alerting pet owners of the many hidden dangers of the festive season. The charity is warning of toxic foods to dangerous seasonal plants so that pet-loving families can keep their pets safe during Christmas. Vets at Blue Cross animal Hospital in Victoria, London have already...
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More than two-thirds of animal lovers plan to avoid plastics this...

According to an RSPCA poll, more than two-thirds of people are planning to avoid single-use plastics this festive season. As part of plans for a kinder Christmas for animals, 69% of shoppers said they would try to cut down on single use plastics like straws or carrier bags. A further...
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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...