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Half of pet owners believe animals are the hidden support network...

A poll of 2,000 adults who have a cat or dog found their four-legged friends regularly help them out when they’re feeling down. They claim pets have helped improve their mood when they’ve been ill (47%), after a bad day at work (39%) and following an argument (22%). Actions that give...
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Golden oldie dog rehomed just before lockdown is loving life in...

A 12-year old Shar-Pei cross who came into RSPCA care underweight with scars on his face is loving life after being rehomed just before the UK went into lockdown. Wallace went into RSPCA care in Chobham, Surrey in September last year and was very underweight and was suffering from...
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Naturally nutritious pet food brand to launch nationwide into Sainsbury’s stores

Scrumbles, the eco-friendly pet brand that blends responsibly sourced, natural ingredients with gut-friendly probiotics is launching its protein-packed dry cat food into Sainsbury’s stores nationwide. Available from 10th May, the two purrfected flavours of Chicken and Chicken and Salmon focus on delivering optimal nutrition with high levels of animal...
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Kennel Club online dog show brings paw-sitivity to lockdown and attracts...

The Kennel Club online dog show, launched in April to bring joy during lockdown and celebrate all of the four-legged friends helping owners through difficult times, has finished its third and final week. Attracting more than 39,000 entries over the three-week extra extravaganza, the show was open to all dog...
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RSPCA’s 2.6 challenge raises much-needed funds for animals in need

The RSPCA has raised £20,000 so far thanks to generous supporters who have taken part in the 2.6 challenge. The week-long challenge kicked off on Sunday 26 April, when the London Marathon would have held its 40th annual even and asked participants to do a challenge around the number...
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Dogs Trust donates vital medical equipment to NHS during coronavirus crisis

Dogs Trust is helping to support the national effort in the fight against coronavirus by donating vital medical equipment to the NHS. The charity’s rehoming centres rallied together in support of our incredible health service – with Dogs Trust Loughborough donating 120 surgical gowns to nearby Lings Bar Hospital (pictured). Meanwhile....
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Five ways to exercise your dog at home during lockdown

Following the lockdown announcement, Google searches for ‘dog exercise’ spiked by a huge 809%, increasing again recently as the extension was announced. Those lucky enough to have a garden are turning their outdoor space into exercise. However, with almost a third of people in the UK owning a dog, how...
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Dogs Trust asks for help to name adorable rescue puppies

A litter of five rescue puppies born at Dogs Trust’s Rehoming Centre in Glasgow during the Coronavirus pandemic are looking for help from the public to name them. The team at Glasgow is launching an online poll to name the puppies and are calling on the public to get involved...
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Heroic animals ‘who also served’ honoured this VE Day

To mark the 75th anniversary of VE Day, leading vet charity PDSA is paying tribute to the brave hero animals ‘who also served’ and helped save countless lives during World War II. The charity is commemorating the milestone by sharing exclusive e-books which tell the remarkable stories of animal heroes...
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RSCPA rescue mission to save fox from manhole

A team of RSPCA animal rescuers worked together to free a fox cub stuck down a manhole in Birmingham. RSPCA animal collection officers Cara Gibbon and Vic Hurr, and inspector Nichola Geraghty went to a hostel in Grange Road, Birmingham on Monday 27 April after locals heard a fox crying. Vic...
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Are your lockdown animal snaps worthy of an award?

The RSPCA is offering young people the chance to win amazing prizes in return for them getting snap happy with their favourite animals. The RSPCA Young Photographer Awards is now open for entries and judges are hoping this year’s categories will appeal to more entrants than ever. Those aged 18 or...
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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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How to spot hypothermia in pets

With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.  PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...