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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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SpareRoom launches think tank for pets

The first ever pet think tank has launched to address the lack of pet-friendly rental accommodation in the UK. The pet think tank is fronted by a team of pet-loving charities, landlord representatives, economists, vets and property pros. It was formed by SpareRoom in a bid to generate new ideas...
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Councils need more funds or animals could suffer says RSPCA

A new report from the RSPCA reveals the scale of difficulty that councils face in providing animal welfare services. The RSPCA has warned that animals could suffer as councils are being expected to deliver more welfare work with no extra money. Cash-strapped councils are legally obliged to run stray dog...
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Brits to splash £274 million on pets at Christmas

According to new research, pet owners are set to spend around £274 million on pets this Christmas. A study of UK pet owners commissioned by Natures Menu revealed that 81% of Brits admit to buying their four-legged friend a Christmas gift. The average amount Brits spend on canines or felines during...
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Man banned from keeping pets for involvement in puppy farm in...

A man has been handed a suspended sentence and banned from keeping animals for his involvement in running a puppy farm in Kent. Glen Hayes of Beatty Avenue, Gillingham, appeared at Bexley Magistrates’ Court on Monday 26 November for a sentencing hearing having been convicted early this month of 10...
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Inseparable doggy duo seeking ‘pawfect’ new home

Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is looking for a home for a devoted doggy due, who were found wandering the streets as strays. Two-year old Terriers, Bobbie and Billy were taken into the rehoming centre earlier this month and they are totally devoted to one another. Staff say that they are looking...
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RSPCA highlight importance of legacies for animals in need

It cost more than £20,000 to feed the dogs in RSPCA care last year, and the charity highlights the importance of legacies this Giving Tuesday (27 November). Giving Tuesday is the time of year when we are encouraged to think about what we can give back to charities. Even if...
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Over 80% of dog owners will buy Christmas presents for their...

New research finds over 80% of dog owners will be buying a Christmas present for their canine companion this year. A new study by Mars Petcare UK and Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has revealed that eight out of 10 dog owners in the UK are planning to put their...
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Vet charity shares advice to keep dogs safe during Road Safety...

To coincide with Road Safety Week, PDSA are warning that it’s not just humans who are at risk from the perils of road traffic. Every year PDSA vets see hundreds of pets that have been involved in horrific road traffic accidents – and the longer evenings in winter might bring...
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Dogs Trust launches Christmas ad with a difference

Dogs Trust is urging people not to buy a dog as a present this Christmas with their new festive advert. As Black Friday – one of the busiest shopping days of the year – arrives, one charity is bucking the trend and asking people not to buy something very particular...
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Kitten dumped outside vet practice

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a kitten was dumped outside a veterinary practice in London. The kitten who has been nicknamed Raccoon by staff, was found dumped in a pet carrier outside Medivet in Enfield on Monday 19 November. RSPCA Inspector Jemima Cooper went to collect the little kitty,...
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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...