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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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Battersea reminds people to carefully consider where they get a new...

Battersea Cats & Dogs Home is reminding people of the consequences of backstreet breeding following National Puppy Day. The leading animal charity is drawing attention to the health and welfare of breeding dogs, after taking in a neglected and shy breeding bitch who had been discovered tied to some railings...
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Is Northampton the UK’s hotspot for treating guinea pigs?

A Northampton veterinary practice is laying claim to be the UK’s hotspot for the care and treatment of guinea pigs. Owners of the small furry animals’ travel from all over the UK to have their pet seen by the team at The Cat and Rabbit Care Clinic in Northampton. Despite...
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TastyBone aims to banish dog breath with new TastyBrush

TastyBone has extended its product offering with an exciting new addition to its dental range, the TastyBrush. The unique toothbrush shape features grooves and ridges which scrape and cleanse dogs’ teeth, promoting dental hygiene. Available in both Spearmint and Fresh Mint flavours, the TastyBrush  aims to help banish dog breath...
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Young emaciated cat abandoned with ‘Help me please’ message

An extremely emaciated kitten is being nursed back to health after being found with the message ‘Help me please’. The young cat was found inside a cat carrier with the message and taken to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, where vets weren’t sure if he was alive as he lay...
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Tails.com launch new lamb biscuits

Tails.com has launched a new addition to the hand-baked treats range – just in time for Easter. The new lamb biscuits, which are now available to Tails.com customers, complement the existing salmon roll and duck biscuits within the treats range. Hand-baked with natural ingredients and no added sugar, the lamb...
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It takes just 30 mins to fall in love with a...

New study reveals it takes juts 30 minutes to fall in love with a pet compared to six months to fall in love with a partner. Researchers from Agria Pet Insurance pooled dog owners and discovered that Brits really are a nation of animal lovers, with more than half (56%)...
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Appeal for information over ‘thinnest dog ever seen alive’ by RSPCA...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after the ‘thinnest dog ever seen alive’ by an RSPCA inspector was found in Lancashire. The dog, who was named Eric by veterinary staff looking after him, was found by a member of the public on the afternoon of Saturday 2 March and was...
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PDSA help pet owners brush up on pet’s dental care

Vet charity, PDSA is encouraging pet owners to ‘brush up’ on their pet’s dental health. With dental disease a common problem for many of our four-legged friends, in their latest Pet Care Column, the PDSA are raising awareness for pet dental care. We wouldn’t let a day go by without brushing...
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500 dogs find love thanks to doggie foster carers

Dogs Trust Leeds has helped 500 dogs enjoy their home comforts in foster care before heading off to their forever homes. The York Road rehoming centre runs a Home from Home fostering scheme for dogs who they feel particularly benefit from being in a home rather than kennels, whilst they...
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Blind cat searches for a new home

A cat who had surgery to remove both eyes is now searching for her forever home. A six-year old white and tortoiseshell cat called Betty has been with the RSPCA Sheffield Animal Centre since she was rescued by RSPCA inspectors in January (2019). It was unclear to staff whether her eye...
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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...