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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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The six best locations in England to take your dog for...

With spring officially here and it bringing warmer weather, dog walkers can expect longer days out with man’s best friend. PDSA vets, together with PDSA Pet Insurance, have named the best dog walking locations across England to make the most of the great outdoors this season. PDSA Vet Nurse Gemma Renwick said:...
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Burns Dogs’ Day Out returns and promises to be bigger than...

Burns Pet Nutrition, the leading healthy pet food company, is thrilled to invite families, pet owners and locals in South Wales down to the annual Burns Dogs’ Day Out.   The event, which has been running for over 10 years, will be taking place at Margam Country Park on Sunday 19th May....
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Special lunch boxes for dogs go down a treat at pet-friendly...

A new range of lunch-box sized dog food aimed at making days out with pets easier has been launched by the company behind three dog-friendly caravan and campsites. The handy bowls of kibble, which are designed to fit into a rucksack or bag, have proved a hit with pet owners...
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Dog with lifelong parasitic disease searches for special home

The RSPCA is searching for a very special home for a dog who has a lifelong disease which will need to be managed by her new owners. Poodle cross Elsie was taken in by RSPCA Sussex North & Brighton Branch after she was abandoned, tied up at the gates of the Brighton...
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UK thunderstorms – What dog owners need to know about walking...

As weather warnings are issued across the UK for the arrival of thunderstorms, dog owners up and down the country will be asking themselves ‘Is it safe to take my dog for a walk?’ and “What happens if my dog drinks rainwater?”. With this in mind, Emma Scales-Theobald Canine Behaviourist and partner...
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Three quarters of pet owners don’t know what goes in their...

Pet food and wellbeing company, Bella & Duke, champions health and wellbeing in pets through the most natural nutrition for dog and cat breeds, and is calling upon those in the pet food industry to be clearer about what goes into pet food. The call comes after research found three...
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Suspended sentence for man who hurt pug puppy with thermal burns

A pug who suffered fractures to her leg and pelvis as well as burns to her face has been rehomed by a vet nurse who helped save her life. Capri made a full recovery after suffering severe burns from boiling water to her face, mouth and tongue, and is now...
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Two talented young artists from Essex recognised in Young Kennel Club...

The Young Kennel Club (YKC) has announced the winners of its annual Artist of the Year competition, with a young dog lover from Witham, Essex scooping the top prize. The popular art competition invited YKC members to express their creativity and showcase their dog artistry skills, with all entries required...
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Dogs Trust Shrewsbury urges dog owners to plan ahead for their...

Dog owners are being urged to plan ahead when it comes to making sure their faithful four-legged friend is loved and looked after if something happens to them Ten-year-old Yorkshire Terriers Poppy and Gizmo arrived at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury via the charity’s Canine Care Card.  The free Canine Care Card service means...
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Home sought for dog found abandoned on dark road with broken...

A ‘sweet’ young dog who was found limping along a dark country lane earlier this year is now on the road to recovery and hoping for a fresh start. One-year-old lurcher Susie was rescued after being found limping along a quiet country lane by a member of the pubic, near Alcester, in Warwickshire,...
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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...