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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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Orchestra of cats looking for their forever homes in Kent

The RSPCA Canterbury and District branch is currently caring for three cats who were rescued from a multi-cat household and have been named after instruments. Trumpet, Harp and Cello are hoping to tug on the heart strings of any potential adopters as they’ve waited more than three months to find their...
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Can moving house affect your dog?

August is the most popular month for people to move house in the UK.  With the help of Pooch & Mutt’s Resident Vet Dr. Linda Simon, we’ve brought you all the expert tips, tricks, checklists and advice you’ll need to prepare your dog for moving day - and what to expect...
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The Wonderful World of Treats: a new brand experience from Pet...

Pet Trade Innovation proudly launches The Wonderful World of Treats. It’s a brand experience, which is about being accessible, inclusive, sustainable and transparent.  As the first UK treat manufacturer to use biodegradable, plastic free packaging, it strives to be carbon neutral. The brand also prides itself on its high quality ‘species...
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One in three pups get sick or die in first year...

Convenience culture is fuelling a puppy welfare crisis, according to new research released today (21 August) by The Kennel Club, which shows almost a third (31%) of puppies get sick or die in their first year, and four in ten owners (40%) fear they bought from a puppy farm after...
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Cockapoo saved from harm by harness in road accident 

A relieved driver has revealed how a car safety harness saved her puppy from serious injury in a frightening road accident. Chloe Arbuckle was stationary and waiting to pull onto a roundabout when her car was suddenly ploughed into from behind by another vehicle. The force of the crash threw Chloe...
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Dogs Trust welcomes introduction of New Pet Theft Law  

Dogs Trust, the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, has welcomed the new Pet Abduction Act which comes into force this Saturday, 24th August.  From Saturday, anyone found guilty of stealing a dog in England or Northern Ireland will face up to five years in prison, a fine, or both. Previously, despite...
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This is why your pet could be “acting weird” this month

As Mercury Retrograde is here until the 27th of August, Dr Anna Foreman, an in-house vet at Everypaw Pet Insurance, is warning pet owners that pets "may act abnormally during Mercury Retrograde".  Mercury Retrograde occurs three or four times a year, where the planet Mercury gives the illusion that it's travelling backwards...
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High hopes for Horsebox Crowdfunder to pass the finish post

A Southwest equine welfare charity has been overwhelmed by the generosity of crowd-funding supporters helping to raise essential funds to rescue ponies and horses in danger. The Mare and Foal Sanctuary needs 35 thousand pounds to buy a reliable horsebox able to transport horses who’ve been abused, neglected or abandoned. The...
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Dachshund puppy with a broken spine ‘callously dumped’ in garden

An investigation has been launched by the RSPCA after a dachshund puppy with a broken spine was dumped in a public garden in Wigan. A member of the public witnessed a man abandon the puppy in City Road, near Johnsons Garage. They took the poorly dog to a local vets...
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Black cats take THREE TIMES longer to rehome than other ‘Instagrammable’...

The RSPCA has revealed it takes THREE TIMES longer to find homes for black cats compared to more ‘Instagrammable’ felines such as bengals or tabby cats. The charity has released the shocking figures for Black Cat Appreciation Day (Saturday 17 August) and is encouraging potential adopters to buck this trend...
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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...