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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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Petlog urges 2.8 million cat owners to get ahead of new...

Petlog is urging cat owners to not leave microchipping of their pet to the last minute, ahead of the introduction of compulsory microchipping for cats announced by the Government. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) estimates that as many as 2.8 million cats in the UK are...
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Two cats hoping to find loving homes before Christmas after months...

The RSPCA is appealing to find homes for two special cats in their care who have spent months looking for their forever homes. Jixxy, a two-year-old grey and white cat came into the care of RSPCA Stapeley Grange Cattery in August this year. He was rescued by an inspector as his...
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Arden Grange 25th anniversary display competition winners announced

Arden Grange, the independent producer of naturally hypoallergenic dog and cat foods, has revealed the winners of its Retailer Display Competition, in celebration of the super-premium brand’s 25th birthday celebrations. Throughout September and October this year, retailers were asked to create a memorable Arden Grange themed display within their shop...
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Cat microchipping to be made mandatory

Lost or stray pet cats are more likely to be reunited with their owners and returned home safely under new pet microchipping rules announced by the Government.  Under the new plans, all keepers must ensure their pet is microchipped before they reach the age of 20 weeks and their contact...
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How you can make pet-friendly Christmas puddings at home

Christmas is a time for everyone to gather round and enjoy some festive food. If you have a dog, you might be wondering how to involve them in the celebrations. Christmas pudding is one of the hallmarks of a festive dinner, but it isn’t suitable for animals. With pet ownership...
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Festive foods for furry friends

Vet charity, PDSA offer advice for pet owners on the do’s and don’ts of treating your pet at Christmas. Christmas is a time to celebrate with your loved ones, so it’s no wonder that we like to involve our furry family members in the festivities. But while we enjoy a variety of festive foods, pet owners have to be careful what they allow their four-legged companions to indulge in.   PDSA...
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Get on the gravy train with Vets Kitchen!

It’s that time of year again when many of us are filling our trollies and cupboards with special treats and festive delicacies to share with family and friends. And for 26% of the UK adult population, our family includes our beloved fur babies – all 9.6 million of them! We...
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7 British Christmas traditions your pup can enjoy this winter

Deck the bells with boughs of holly because Christmas is less than one month away! Christmas is reported to have been celebrated in the UK since as early as 1038! Over the years, festive traditions from all over the world have become a big part of British culture that we...
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Winter welfare crisis fears as rising abandonments cause concern for the...

The RSPCA has launched a Christmas appeal for help as the charity is braced for a surge of abandoned and neglected animals as pet ownership soared during lockdown. Last December, the RSPCA still received one call every minute, one report of an abandoned animal every hour, and took 70 rescue...
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Neglected elderly dog abandoned days before Christmas makes incredible transformation

An elderly dog had almost given up on life when she was abandoned on the cold streets of Birmingham just days before Christmas. Ten-year-old German Shepherd cross mastiff was in a pitiful state when she was found wandering in Harborne on 20 December last year. West Midlands Police found her...
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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...