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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...
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Retrievers reign among record number of global contenders at Crufts 2024

Crufts, which takes place next month at the NEC Birmingham, will see over 24,000 dogs from 50 different countries compete in hundreds of competitions, displays and demonstrations, over four days. Hailed as the world’s greatest celebration of man’s best friend, the 2024 event will follow more than 200 breeds on...
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Man jailed for cropping pets’ ears and setting dogs on fox...

A Lancashire man has been jailed for 30 months for a ‘portfolio’ of animal cruelty offences against a fox and his own pet dogs. Dane Crawford of Howgill Avenue, Lancaster, appeared at Preston Crown Court on Monday (5 February) for sentencing alongside his girlfriend, Shelby Wallis (DoB: 3/10/2000), of the...
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The new TikTok walking trend is beneficial for you and your...

Walking is a great way to relax and clear your mind, and it’s even better with your dog. So, with 3.4 million views on TikTok*, the ‘decompression walk’ trend encourages dog owners to let dogs off their lead and roam free in the countryside. Decompression walks are a great activity for...
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#ScoopThePoop: This is how you can get paid £700 to pick...

If your New Year's resolutions is to be more active and enjoy the beauty of nature with your pet, natural dog food brand Harringtons has an amazing opportunity for you.   Harringtons is offering one lucky owner the chance to get PAID to pick up their dog’s poo as part of...
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Woodgreen have partnered with Pooch & Mutt to rehome dogs just...

Woodgreen Pets Charity have joined forces with Pooch & Mutt to find dogs their perfect match this Valentine’s Day. Just like choosing the best dating profile picture, these dogs are ready to charm their way into the hearts of the public with their latest photoshoot. Woodgreen recognises that people form connections with dogs through...
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Survey reveals 1 in 6 people spend more on their pets...

Romance is in the air and new research suggests it’s not just human partners that benefit from the season of love. Pet experts Jollyes surveyed 1,180 UK pet owners and found that Brits are considering spending more on their pets than they are on their significant others this love season. The...
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Paleo Ridge unveil exciting rebrand for premium raw dog food range...

Paleo Ridge, the UK’s leading provider of the finest raw dog food proudly announces the official rebranding of its premium product range, Paleo Plus. The rebrand comes with a captivating new packaging design that perfectly reflects ‘optimum raw nutrition for dogs’. While maintaining the same exceptional recipes and quality of ingredients...
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RSPCA Lancashire East branch seeks new cat and kitten foster carers

The RSPCA Lancashire East Branch has launched a recruitment drive for dedicated foster carers who can help give cats and kittens a new start to their lives. Staff at the animal centre at Altham, near Accrington, care for animals that need help and foster carers will be able to provide...
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The Greyhound and Lurcher two-week takeover is back

Burgess Pet Care is delighted to announce that its Greyhound and Lurcher Two-Week Takeover campaign, which highlights the wonderful work of the UK’s greyhound and lurcher rescue organisations, is back for 2024. Launched in 2019, the Burgess Greyhound & Lurcher Two-Week Takeover – which this year runs from 29 January...
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The Kennel Club expands DNA testing services to promote responsible dog...

The Kennel Club has today (1 February) expanded its DNA Testing Services by launching 87 individual DNA tests, providing more dog owners and breeders with the tools they need to protect their dogs’ health. Developed with the primary goal of improving and protecting dog health, The Kennel Club's individual DNA...
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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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Blossom the dog saved by PDSA after dog attack left her...

A loveable Maltese cross dog named Blossom was saved by PDSA vets after suffering extensive wounds to her neck and chest from another dog, while out on a walk. The seven-year-old dog, whose favourite pastime is shredding her owner’s post, was being walked by a friend when out of nowhere...