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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...
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The top seven most licky dog breeds revealed

The 7 most licky breeds of dogs have been revealed today by John Burns, MBE, leading vet and founder of healthy pet food brand Burns Pet Nutrition. People either love it or hate it - a lick from a dog - but there are some types of dogs that will...
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PDSA saves life of tennis-loving dog who swallowed two whole balls

A tennis ball-obsessed dog from Wolverhampton got himself into a spot of bother after taking his hobby too far and swallowing two balls whole; leaving him needing life-saving surgery from vet charity PDSA. Loki, a five-year-old crossbreed, landed himself in trouble after a game of fetch with his loving owner...
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Supaw moggies with combined age of nearly 40 seeking purrfect new...

An RSPCA rehoming centre in Salford is putting out a special appeal for two mature moggies who have both come into rescue at the grand old age of 19. The charity’s Manchester and Salford Branch took in the elderly felines last month after their previous owner sadly became too unwell...
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New research reveals how the nation’s dogs are getting their fitness...

For almost half of the nation’s dog owners (48%), making sure their dog gets the right amount of exercise every day is a top priority, according to new research commissioned by YuMOVE. On the flip side, 19% of owners confessed that their dog wasn’t always getting enough exercise and 15%...
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The 5 things you need to consider when taking your dog...

A quintessential British summer holiday has always had a beach day, and including your pet in the fun is something many families want to do. Whether you’re heading to your local stretch of beach or journeying further afield for a weekend trip, the UK is full of beautiful coastlines to...
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Close supervision of children and dogs essential to reduce the number...

Leading dog welfare charity issues new guidance ahead of the school holidays. New stats out today from the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, reveal that 84%* of parents leave their children unsupervised with dogs in their home, despite research showing the majority of bite injuries to children are...
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Two guinea pigs abandoned outside church now being cared for by...

The RSPCA is urging pet owners to seek help before taking drastic action after two guinea pigs were found abandoned outside a church. The pair were discovered shaking in fear after being left in the open inside a cage without food and water at St. Mark’s Church in Longridge Road,...
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A smash hit rescue dog awaits his perfect partner

A rescue dog who is a smash hit with staff at Dogs Trust Glasgow Rehoming Centre, hopes that showing off his enviable ball skills, will bag him his forever home. Jasper the tenacious terrier cross always has his eye on the ball, especially if it’s a tennis ball or of...
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Frightened cat learns to love again, but still no forever home...

The RSPCA has issued a special appeal to find a new home for a nine-year-old cat who has been ‘won round’ by the patience and perseverance of staff at its animal centre in Cheshire. Tortoiseshell Tilly was frightened and confused when she arrived at the Warrington, Halton & St Helen...
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Heartbroken owner warns of toxic substance found in UK waters after...

The Kennel Club urges vigilance when walking dogs near water after first scientifically confirmed case of blue-green algae death. A heartbroken owner and The Kennel Club are urging dog owners to be vigilant when near bodies of water this summer, to help protect their pets from lethal blue-green algae. Blue-green algae,...
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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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RSPCA appeal after three neglected dogs are abandoned in Merseyside 

The RSPCA is appealing for people to come forward with information after three neglected dogs were found - presumed abandoned - in two separate incidents in Merseyside. The first one involved two severely matted and unwell Chow Chows which were found tied to a tree in the L36 area of Liverpool...