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Proposed pet smuggling law could make ‘real difference’ to animal welfare...

The RSPCA is urging MPs to get behind legislation that hopes to tackle the smuggling of dogs, cats and ferrets into the UK as the Bill has its Second Reading tomorrow. Winchester MP and vet Danny Chambers (Lib Dem) is one of three MPs taking forward proposals for new animal...
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How to stop dog urine from damaging your grass

Though dogs can destroy a lawn by ripping it to shreds when playing, the main cause of lawn damage comes from their urine. This happens because dog urine is rich in nitrogen, which is known to kill grass when concentrated amounts collect on the ground over time. Do you love...
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The five best bank holiday dog walks in the UK

A Bank Holiday is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a good old-fashioned dog walk with the family, just remember to wrap up warm, as the wind can be quite chilly, still! There are so many amazing dog walks available right on our doorstep, and below, Shannon Keary, Digital PR Manager...
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Puppy Power: Top 10 dog breeds with soaring prices

One of the world’s leading animal insurers Agria Pet Insurance has unveiled a striking incline in dog prices within the UK. With the most popular breeds of 2021 seeing some of the highest mark-ups, it reflects the Covid-fuelled demand for dogs over the past two years. The puppy boom of...
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Sheffield crowned UK’s most dog-friendly city

Rover.com, the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has found Sheffield to be the most dog-friendly city in the UK, pipping Brighton & Hove and London to the top spot. The news comes as 41% of UK dog parents revealed they are willing to spend more to rent...
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Golden oldie Daisy is hoping to blossom in a new retirement...

An elderly 12.5 year-old rescue dog is hoping age really is just a number as she embarks on a search for a new furever home in the West Midlands. Daisy, an affectionate Staffordshire/English bull terrier cross, loves nothing more than “showering people with kisses” and rolling around like a dog...
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Burns Pet Nutrition offer help with the rising cost of owning...

According to a recent survey from Burns Pet Nutrition, the true cost of owning a dog has risen to almost £250 a month and could add up to nearly £40,000 for a pet’s average lifetime.   The new figures have prompted fears that animal lovers may be forced to give up...
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The Best dog breeds for the office according to a vet

Is there anything better than having a furry companion to melt the stress away during your working day? Workplace solutions specialist, Adam Butler, CEO of Officeology spoke with Dr Linda Simon, Vet at Pooch and Mutt, to find out what breeds make the best office dogs and her top tips on...
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Reducing height of scale in dog working trials may help reduce...

Reducing the maximum height of the scale attempted by dogs in the agility section of competitive working trials may help to minimise any potential impact upon their joints, a study has suggested. Canine welfare experts at Nottingham Trent University and Harper Adams University, funded by The Kennel Club, examined how...
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REVEALED: The Best Cars for Dog Owners in 2022

With over 3.2 million dogs purchased during the pandemic, Dick Lovett has put together a guide for new and seasoned dog owners alike to identify which cars are the best for their furry friends. Dick Lovett analysed 50 of the highest-rated cars for pet owners to seek out the top...
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Percuro donates £2500 worth of pet food to Stokenchurch Dog Rescue

Percuro insect-based dog food company donate £2500 worth of pet food to Stokenchurch Dog Rescue. Leading planet friendly dog food brand make a valued contribution to a dog adoption organisation in Buckinghamshire. Formally known as The High Wycombe & District Dog Rescue and Welfare Society, Stokenchurch Dog Rescue was set up...
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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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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...