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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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New cat rehoming centre opens its doors

A new cat rehoming centre has opened in south west London to help find forever homes for cats in need. The RSPCA Wimbledon, Wandsworth and Sutton District branch has opened the new centre next door to the RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital, to provide a base for the branch and also...
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The Dog Treat Company launch new all-natural treat tubes

With one in three dogs still deemed as clinically obese, dog treats, as well as food are starting to focus on a ‘healthier living’ regime. With this in mind, The Dog Treat Company has launched new eco-friendly treat tubes, which are all-natural, wheat, grain, and gluten-free, and hand-baked in small...
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Member of Parliament meets Dogs Trust VIPs (very Important Pooches)

Member of Parliament for Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner, Nick Hurd, visited Dogs Trust West London on Friday (14 September). Mr Hurd was given a tour of the rehoming centre, based in Harefield and met a number of dogs currently awaiting their forever homes, including Dan the two-year old Trail hound. Following...
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New research revels top pet-friendly airlines

New research compiled by Compare the Market reveals the most pet-friendly airlines for any owners wishing to take their four-legged friends on holiday. With winter fast approaching, many of us will be thinking of some winter sun or dreaming about hitting the ski slopes. However, many pet owners will also...
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Kitten rescued from under bonnet of car at an MOT testing...

A routine MOT test became trickier for a Nottingham mechanic when he discovered a kitten trapped under the bonnet of the car. Mechanic Phil Hardy made the discovery when he lifted up the bonnet of the car to carry out some work and was shocked to see the trapped female...
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Tortoiseshell cat waits nearly seven months for forever home

A tortoiseshell cat has been in RSPCA care for more than 200 days, waiting to find her forever home. Honey, an eight-year old cat was taken into RSPCA care in February when she was left behind when her owners moved out. When the new people moving into the home, they...
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Dog owners invited to take part in national charity dog walk...

Pets As Therapy are hosting a charity dog walk to raise awareness of the work undertaken by the national charity. The charity walk will take place in Edinburgh and is supported by Orvis Edinburgh, who will provide a meeting point and guide for the walk, as well as host a...
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Big friendly giant (BFG’s) pooches looking forever homes this Roald Dahl...

This Roald Dahl Day (13 September), Dogs Trust Canterbury is currently home to their very own BFG’s (big, friendly giants). Hoping that they will soon find the golden ticket to a forever home, these pooches are optimistic new owners will see that big is beautiful too. Diego is a six-year old...
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Ten pieces of cat trivia this Happy Cat Month

With a quarter of adults owning a cat and 11.1 million pet cats in the UK, it’s safe to say that we love our feline friends. September is Happy Cat Month and to celebrate, Argos Pet Insurance have shared some interesting cat facts: They love to snooze Cats can sleep up to...
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Cotswold RAW enters the National Sausage Awards (for humans)

Cotswold RAW is spreading the word that our four-legged friends can also celebrate National Sausage Week. To help celebrate National Sausage Week (29 October to 4 November), the premium pet food brand is entering its 80/20 Lamb Sausage into the time-honoured National Sausage Awards - the culinary centrepiece for the...
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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...