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Worried pet owners would cut back on food and heating rather...

Worried pet owners in the UK would cut back on food and heating rather than give up their beloved companion, a new survey has found. The poll for national pet charity Blue Cross found the almost two-thirds of owners (58%) have already reduced personal and household spending to afford their...
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Over 5 million pets are not microchipped, says PDSA

June is National Microchip Month and PDSA reveal that over five million pets in the UK are not microchipped, despite it being a legal requirement for dogs. Microchipping is the best way of permanently identifying your pet and can increase the chances of you being reunited should the worst ever...
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Dogs are eating equivalent of 340 cheeseburgers worth of titbits each...

Dogs over-eat and average of 54,000 calories in extra treats every year, according to new research from Royal Canin. To celebrate the launch of its new Canine Care Nutrition range, Royal Canin analysed the feeding habits of 2000 British dog owners. The research found that the extra calories an average...
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National Best Friends Day: Dogs really are our best friends

Dogs really are a man and woman’s best friend due to the positive effect on our happiness and wellbeing, according to new research. The new research reveals that almost half of the nation (47%) class their dog as their best friend and more than three quarters think that having a...
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Nearly half a million of rabbits in the UK are unvaccinated

Vet charity, PDSA warn that many owners do not realise that rabbits should receive regular vaccinations. According to the latest PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report, nearly half a million rabbits (49%) in the UK have not received their primary vaccination course when young, and 58% of UK rabbits have not...
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Self-taught assistance pooch wins pet charity medal

An eight-year old Papillion crossbreed has been awarded the historic Blue Cross Medal for extraordinary animal achievement. The panel of judges were in awe of Lily-Rose’s story which shone above all the shortlisted pets for the national animal-charity's Blue Cross Medal 2019. The multi-talented rescue dog Lily-Rose saved her owner, Jenny...
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Battersea volunteers receive prestigious Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

A group of dedicated volunteers at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home have been named as recipient of the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service. Volunteers from the leading animal welfare charity are to receive the prestigious award in recognition of the outstanding work they do in the local community by regularly...
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Rabbit Awareness Week: RSPCA highlight plight of UK’s misunderstood pets

The RSPCA is highlighting the plight of the UK’s third most popular – and widely misunderstood - pet. The animal welfare charity rescued more than 11,000 rabbits over the last three years, 3,678 in 2018 and 4,000 each in 2016 and 2017. Many of these rabbits are rescued as a result...
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Over £10,000 raised for dogs without homes

Over the Bank Holiday weekend, dogs and their owners across Europe helped to raise over £10k for dogs without homes. Thousands of paws padded their way across the countryside and beaches as part of the Agria Dog Walk to help raise money for dogs without homes. From Hermes to Helskink, Oslo...
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Elderly tortoise reunited with owners thanks for Facebook

A runaway tortoise, believed to be around 75-years old has been reunited with her owners after being rescued by the RSPCA. The old spur-thighed tortoise was found by a member of the public wandering around Lansdowne Road in Staines-Upon-Thames on Sunday 12 May at around 12:30pm. Animal Welfare Officer (AWO)...
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Poorly pug cures itching with a change in diet

A poorly pug named Billy is finally happy after a change in diet helped him stop biting himself and scratching his fur off. Miserable Billy the pug was feeling down in the mouth after an irritable skin condition led to him scratching and biting bald patches in his coat. Owner...
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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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The High Street Cafes and Restaurants where you can dine with...

The UK High Street is becoming more dog-friendly, with several big-name cafes, coffee shops and restaurants now welcoming pets alongside their pet parents. Brands such as Starbucks, Costa, Café Nero, Gaucho and Bill’s all have opened their doors to customers’ canine companions.  Dog-friendly Vietnamese restaurant chain Pho has partnered with leading pet...