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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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Orvis UK customers raise over £2000 for Pets as Therapy

Last week, Orvis UK presented a cheque to Pets as Therapy (PAT) from money raised by its customers. Orvis asked customers of they would be kind enough to donate one pound for PATs between the period of October and December. Eighteen stores in the UK helped to raise the money, with...
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Very special rescue dog becomes 12,000th to find her forever home

Dogs Trust Merseyside are celebrating after finding 12,000 dogs their forever home. There is cause of double celebration at Dogs Trust Merseyside after celebrating finding 12,000 dogs their forever home, as the 12000th dog found herself without a home for the second time. Staff at the Huyton-based rehoming centre spotted 18-month...
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Three-quarters of UK pet holidaymakers choose staycations

Pet charity reveals that three-quarters of UK pet owning holidaymakers are choosing staycations over holidaying abroad. Many UK holidaymakers are already planning their Easter and summer breaks and as a treasured member of the family many will be taking their pet. However, Blue Cross reveals that 47% of cat or dog...
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Battersea urges people to think before they turn to the internet...

Battersea Cats and Dogs Home is urging the public to consider rescuing an animal rather than using the internet to buy a dog. They are urging the public to think before they click and do their research before considering taking on a dog as a pet. The animal charity released new...
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Internet advice leaves troubled pets out in the cold

Research reveals dog owners are putting pets’ lives in peril by turning to internet advice. Research from pet insurer MORE TH<N has revealed pet owners are taking their pet’s lives into their own hands with over a third turning to the internet to diagnose health problems. Of those pet owners, 50%...
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Appeal after kittens found dumped in bin in Gateshead

The RSPCA is appealing for information after two kittens were dumped in a bin in Gateshead. Two kittens were discovered on Monday (28 January) in an industrial bin at the back of St Chad’s Community Project, Liddell Terrace in Gateshead. RSPCA Inspector, Suzanne Edgar, said: “The person who found them...
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Battersea cat spends 100 days in rescue centre

Six-year old Black cat Raven has been at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, Old Windsor centre for 100 days. Raven, a domestic short hair found herself at Battersea’s Old Windsor centre in October last year and her hopes to find a loving home are higher than ever. Staff at Battersea this...
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Kent man in court for docking puppy’s tail with rubber band

A Kent man has been handed a community order after illegally docking the tail of a cocker spaniel puppy. Liam Jones of Shrubcoste, Tenterdon, appeared at Maidstone Magstrates’ Court on Tuesday (29 January) where he pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to a puppy by attempting to dock his tail. RSPCA...
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People’s Postcode Lottery players help thousands of animals in need

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has revealed that they received an incredible £800,000 last year thanks to players of People’s Postcode Lottery. The generous support has had a direct impact on the lives of thousands of animals that came through the gates of Battersea’s three rescue centres during 2018. The funding...
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More than 1 in 4 dog-owning drivers don’t secure their pets...

A new survey has revealed that 32% of dog-owning drivers admit to not securing their pets safely in the car. For many people, dogs are a part of the family, but whereas most people wouldn’t dream of allowing their children to travel unrestrained, the same is not true for their...
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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...