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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...
Edinburgh housing association joins forces with Dogs Trust on Paw-some pet...
A new scheme designed to support pet owning social housing tenants has launched in Edinburgh thanks to a unique relationship between Dogs Trust, players of People’s Postcode Lottery and Manor Estates Housing Association.
This exciting pilot, which has been made possible thanks to funds raised by players of People’s Postcode Lottery,...
Urgent search for new home for dog spending second birthday in...
The RSPCA is desperate to find a dog a new home after he spent his second birthday in rescue.
Chief, who turned two on 6 August, arrived at the RSPCA’s Millbrook Animal Centre, in Surrey, six months ago after being rescued by the charity.
He’s now spent a quarter of his short...
Brits canine concerns halt holidays, says new research
New research from Rover.com, has today revealed that a whopping 70% of Brits* have vetoed holidays abroad since getting a dog.
Despite the majority (82%) admitting they love holidaying overseas; it seems they simply love their dogs more, as 67% of Brits confess to swapping sun, sea and sangria for a...
Revealed: the ‘cruel and unnecessary’ procedure on dogs which has increased...
Reports made to the RSPCA about the ‘cruel and unnecessary’ ear cropping procedure carried out on dogs have increased by over 2,000% within the last decade.
In 2023, 316 reports were made to the animal charity - a huge increase from 2015 when 14 reports were received, marking a rise...
Cats and dogs eating grass: Vet Nurse shares all you need...
This summer season, we may be enjoying more of the great outdoors with our furry friends, with cats sunbathing in high spots, to dogs resting in shady patches of grass in the garden.
You may notice your cat or your dog munching on grass, and vet charity PDSA are...
South West bursting with animal focused start-ups
The South West has seen a boom in start-ups with animals at their heart in the last few years, thanks to the British Business Bank’s Start Up Loans programme.
The Start Up Loans programme has delivered more than £90 million in loans to businesses in the South West. And the...
Kennel Club’s International Agility Festival celebrates successful results for 2024
The Kennel Club International Agility Festival concluded four exciting days of agility excellence on Sunday 11 August 2024.
The festival saw thousands of dogs and their handlers, from across the UK and all over the world, compete in over 200 competitions at Rutland Showground, Oakham.
The festival, supported by Skinner’s, welcomed...
Paws in the pool: A dog’s guide to safe summer swimming
With the weather finally looking like it’s improving, many of us will be eager to enjoy it and our beloved pets are no exception.
Swimming can be a great way for dogs to exercise, cool off and have some fun in the sun. But, with only 15% of English rivers...
Vet warns of the dangers of exercising your dog in hot weather
With temperatures forecasted to reach highs of 32°C in parts of the UK this week, a leading veterinary charity is warning pet owners to be cautious when exercising their furry friend in the heat.
PDSA Vet Nurse Gemma Renwick said: “We know how important exercise is to keep a dog’s...
Poor dog Sarah reaches heartbreaking milestone of 1,000 days at RSPCA...
The RSPCA is making a heartfelt plea to find a home for sweet lurcher Sarah who has sadly been in the care of RSPCA Block Fen Animal Centre for a staggering 1,000 days.
Monday (12) marks the sad milestone for Sarah - who came into RSPCA care when she was just a...
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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...
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