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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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Singer-song writer ‘suppawts’ Dogs Trust Evesham on tour

A singer-song writer who was Amazon’s Breakthrough Artist of 2021 is putting his musical talents to good use by raising money for Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity.  Frazer Lepford has been singing and playing the guitar since the age of 18, and his love of dogs dates...
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Butternut Box Campaign aims to put the “Food Back into Dog...

Millions of dog owners have no idea what is in their pet's food, according to new research commissioned by fresh dog food brand Butternut Box. A poll of 2,000 dog owners found that almost half (48%) could only name up to three ingredients when quizzed on what they feed their dog. Price...
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‘Pet parents’ are on the rise – but who gets the...

Over four million dogs were welcomed into families in just the last three years*, with many couples cementing their family unit with a four-legged companion. Whilst pets bring so much joy to our lives, what if you decide it is best to part ways – who gets the dog then? PDSA...
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RSPCA and fire crews rescue cat from chimney place

A kitten who became trapped inside a chimney at a house in Bradford was reunited with her owners after a rescue by the RSPCA and a specialist fire crew. The animal charity was called out after four-month old Murphy was spotted on the 25-foot-high roof of the property at Giles...
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International Dog Day: Vets reveal the dog names they see most...

With 48 Pet Hospitals across the UK, vet teams at the nation’s leading vet charity, PDSA, see thousands of dogs each week. It’s no surprise there’s a handful of names they hear more often than others. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing said: “From Disney-inspired names, to royal monikers, it’s safe...
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Burns launches new Sensitive Turkey and Potato this August

Burns Pet Nutrition has introduced a new recipe to its sensitive range. Launching in August, Sensitive Turkey and Potato comes packed with natural and gentle goodness. Burns, the leading healthy pet food company, continue to champion a simple and wholesome diet for all dogs.  Their latest nutrient-packed recipe contains a...
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Pet owners warned to be extra vigilant this August bank holiday

Co-op Insurance is advising pet owners to be extra vigilant with their pets when barbequing this Bank Holiday weekend, as claims data shows the average cost for a visit to the vet for food poisoning is over £552*, with the increased risk of them consuming or being fed food...
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Mature moggy dumped like rubbish seeks loving home

A small black cat is lucky to be alive after she was abandoned at a council tip in the Derby area. Now named Sweetpea, she is being cared for at Cats Protection’s Derby Adoption Centre, whose work is kindly supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. Sweetpea was found by a...
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One dog abused every hour: Cruelty to dogs increases for second...

They may be man’s best friend - but sadly cruelty towards dogs has increased for the second year in a row, new figures released by the RSPCA show. The number of reports the animal charity has received about intentional harm to dogs has risen since 2020. In 2022, there were 9,776...
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National Dog Day – Luxury dog gelato from Badiani

To celebrate National Dog Day on Saturday 26th August, when you bring your dog to Badiani (excluding White City, Lakeside & Canary Wharf in the UK), you will receive a complimentary dog gelato alongside your human gelato. Badiani’s artisan confectioners have meticulously crafted this paw-fect dog gelato using lactose-free whole...
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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...