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Newly commissioned report reveals wellbeing wonders of bonding time with pets

A new report shows that strong emotional bonds with pets bring important mental and physical benefits To celebrate the quiet moments of connection between pet parents and their four-legged family members, Lily’s Kitchen, the B Corp pet food brand, has commissioned a series of portraits capturing these cherished moments of...
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Labrador sheds almost a quarter of his bodyweight

While many of us have struggled to keep the weight off during lockdown, seven-year old Bobby the Labrador has shed almost a quarter of his body weight, helped by charity Our Special Friends. Our Special Friends, were asked to provide support for Bobby at the end of last year. Bobby...
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Dog who was abandoned and injured recovers at Dogs Trust Leeds

A Chihuahua found in Roundhay that was very underweight and had an eye infection, is being cared for at Dogs Trust Leeds and is now ready to find his forever home. The dog, approximately seven years old, was found by a member of the public who notified the local dog warden and...
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Walking dogs in hot weather could end in tragedy, warn vets

Emergency vets issue plea as Met Office puts out UK’s first ever ‘extreme heat’ warning Emergency vets have issued a plea to dog owners to avoid exercising their pets during the hottest part of the day, warning the average survival rate of a dog diagnosed with heat stroke is only...
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Dog behaviourist reveals that treat training does work

They say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks – but a leading dog behaviourist is challenging this mantra head on. With 3.2 million households welcoming a new furry friend in lockdown, pet parents across the nation have spent the past few months training their new pooch – often...
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International Friendship Day: Pawfect Pals

In the run up to International Friendship Day (30th July), research from Nature’s Variety has revealed that pets really are man’s best friend. The findings show that 52% of pet parents confess to greeting their dog or cat before their partner or children when returning home, and 41% would even...
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Dogs Trust welcomes inclusion of abusive behaviour impacting pets in new...

Dogs Trust, has welcomed newly released Domestic Abuse Act guidance which formally recognises that control of a person’s financial situation, impacting their ability to care for a pet (limiting access to food, vet care), constitutes economic abuse, a form of domestic abuse. Through Dogs Trust’s Freedom Project - a specialist...
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Dog who broke pelvis and punctured lung falling from fourth-floor window...

A Shar pei whose life hung in the balance after falling from a fourth-floor - breaking her pelvis and puncturing her lung - is now loving life in her new home after her miraculous survival. RSPCA inspector Justin Stubbs was on call in Bedfordshire when he was called to a...
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Warning to dog owners over adder bite danger

Agria Pet Insurance and The Kennel Club have joined forces to warn of the dangers to dogs from adder bites this summer. According to claims handled by Agria Pet Insurance, April to September is the most common time for dogs to be bitten by the UK’s only venomous snake. Bella, a...
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How to tell if your pet is anxious

With most Covid-19 restrictions now being lifted in the UK, this could mean a return to work for many pet owners. Some pets may find this time stressful after being with their owners 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Pet Food Manufacturers Association reported 3.2 million pets were...
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RSPCA issues collar warning after cat is rescued with awful injury

The RSPCA has issued a warning over the dangers of cat collars after a cat is left with an awful injury. Black and white cat Geoff was found straying in Zetland Road, Stockton-on-Tees last month with his leg caught in his flea collar which had caused a nasty injury as...
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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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Experts warn dog owners about toxicity risk from mince pies

Digital PR Agency analysed a huge 500% spike in searches querying toxic dog foods this month, as a study discovered dogs are 75% more likely to be treated by a vet for eating harmful food around the festive season. To inform owners and avoid worry before it’s too late, experts at Digital PR Agency curated a list of...