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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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Brits kit their homes out to accommodate their pampered pets

A survey has revealed that on average British pet owners spend £286 furnishing their home for the pets. New research by interiors retailer, Furniture123.co.uk revealed that UK pet owners are kitting out their homes to accommodate their four-legged companions. The survey of 1,103 UK pet owners comes following recent reports that,...
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RSPCA highlights plight of unwanted rabbits

As part of Rabbit Awareness Week, animal welfare charity, the RSPCA is raising awareness of the responsibility of caring for rabbits. The RSPCA has joined forces with Burgess Pet Care and other animal welfare charities, such as PDSA, RWAF, Blue Cross and Wood Green, The Animals Charity, to support Rabbit...
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Survey shows mental health affects one third of pets in UK

A recent survey has reveled that one third of the UK’s pets suffer from a mental health issue. The survey by Telford-based pet products and manufacturer, Rosewood Pet Products found that anxiety, stress and depression is also affecting our pets, with cats and dogs being the most likely pets affected. Rosewood...
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Appeal for information after kittens were thrown from car

The RSPCA is appealing for information after four kittens were thrown out of a car in Norwich. The tiny black four-week old kitten were rescued from an old sewer pipe after a member of the public spotted a woman pull up in a black Corsa at the junction of Pitt...
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Dogs Trust Shoreham celebrate National Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month

As National Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month comes to a close, Dogs Trust Shoreham highlight the work of their Veterinary Nurse and Vet Nurse Assistant. National Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month is dedicated to spreading the word about the importance of the role of veterinary nurses and their provision of responsible pet...
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New GPS tracking device set to give pet owners peace of...

Dog owners will be able to keep track of their four-legged companions with the help of a new GPS tracking device. WatchOvers PetTrackie provides pet owners with a pet tracker device with real-time location updates that can be fully managed easily through the free PetTrackie app. To help keep track of...
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Dogs Trust Bridgend celebrates long-term foster carer

Dogs Trust Bridgend is celebrating the devotion of dedicated foster carer Sue Nash from Cardiff, who has given five years of her time to care for homeless dogs. Sue started fostering in 2013 and during her time as a dedicated carer for dogs waiting to be adopted, she has cared...
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Global brand Dremel launches pet nail grooming kit

Global craft brand Dremel is launching a new Pet Nail Grooming Kit to add to their product range. Scissors and clippers can sometimes make the whole nail clipping process uncomfortable for your pet as they apply pressure and can pinch the nail. The new Dremel grooming kit aims to help to...
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PDSA offer advice on microchipping your pets

As we head into summer, the PDSA are raising awareness about the importance of microchipping your pets. June marks National Microchipping Month in the UK and with holiday season nearly upon us, it’s important for pet owners to take precautions before they go away. Microchipping dogs is a legal requirement in...
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Animal lovers needed for double marathon challenge for RSPCA

The RSPCA is encouraging animal lovers to take on a trekking challenge to raise funds to help animals in need. The Threshold Trail series will see three events in June and July with participants taking on the double marathon challenge of 52-miles across some very scenic routes. Nicky Ifould, acting head...
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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...