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Proposed pet smuggling law could make ‘real difference’ to animal welfare...

The RSPCA is urging MPs to get behind legislation that hopes to tackle the smuggling of dogs, cats and ferrets into the UK as the Bill has its Second Reading tomorrow. Winchester MP and vet Danny Chambers (Lib Dem) is one of three MPs taking forward proposals for new animal...
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‘Perfect’ dog facing second Christmas in rescue because no-one wants to...

Staff at an RSPCA animal centre in South Yorkshire are asking Santa to grant them their Christmas wish - a new home for their longest-staying dog. Nine-year-old crossbreed Zeke has spent over 600 days at two RSPCA rehoming centres but is still waiting to be chosen, despite being described as...
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Bella & Duke celebrates continued growth with recruitment drive

Rosyth based pet food and wellbeing company, Bella & Duke, is celebrating after a record-breaking year as the UK’s leading subscription raw pet food company. As well as a number of recent award wins, significant investment in machinery at its production and fulfilment facility and continued growth has seen the...
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Animal welfare charities collaborate to drive long-lasting change to international feline...

As Battersea celebrates its 140th anniversary of helping cats, the charity has today announced a new collaboration that will significantly improve the welfare of millions of cats worldwide.   World-renowned charity International Cat Care (iCatCare) has developed the Cat Friendly Homing (CFH) programme, which will aim to fundamentally improve the welfare of cats...
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Hampshire dog and owner heading to Crufts after win at agility...

Stephanie Best, 32, from Ringwood, Hampshire, with her dog, Z-Atomic Spice Koryfej (Skedaddle), a Shetland Sheepdog, won the Crufts Medium ABC (Anything But Collie) Semi-Final, qualifying the pair for the final held at Crufts 2024, the world’s greatest dog show, run by The Kennel Club in March. Stephanie and Skedaddle...
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Arden Grange launches NEW Tasty Pastes!

Arden Grange, renowned for its beloved Tasty Liver Treat paste, is set to elevate canine and feline delight to new heights with the introduction of two sensational additions to the tasty paste lineup: Tasty Turkey Treat and Tasty Salmon Treat. Pet owners can anticipate an abundance of tail-wagging, lip smacking...
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Pet parents reveal their dogs and cats bring more joy than...

New research from B Corp pet food brand, Lily’s Kitchen, has highlighted the happiness pets bring their owners all year round, as two thirds (67%) reveal their four-legged family bring them more joy than Christmas, or even going on a luxury holiday (65%). With their boundless energy, mischievous tendencies and...
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PDSA vet issues festive food warning after dog scoffs sweet treat

A charity vet from PDSA has issued a festive food warning to pet owners after a Border Collie was poisoned when she got her paws on some Christmas cake. From mince pies to stuffing, many festive favourites are poisonous and potentially fatal to our four-legged friends. PDSA Vet Nurse Shana Walsh...
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Three-quarters of pets have a Christmas dinner – but vets warn...

Over 27 million pets in the UK will tuck into a Christmas dinner this year, new research shows, as pet owners across the country gear up to celebrate the festive season. However, vets have warned of certain festive foods that can be dangerous for pets. As many prepare to travel...
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The hidden heroes of Christmas: those helping the nation’s pets survive...

An astounding third of pet owners will experience an emergency this festive season. And the UK’s leading pet emergency service, Vets Now will see a 79% rise in cases around Christmas and New Year as worried pet owners battle with the unexpected dangers of Christmas – with everything from accidental...
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First Christmas in new home for inseparable dogs who hadn’t been...

Two dogs who were terrified of humans and had never been outside are getting ready to spend Christmas in their new home after they waited over a year to be adopted. ‘Best friends’ Ronnie and Patch had spent the first six years of their lives living inside a house in...
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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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‘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...