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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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Former stray Caffrey looking for a new home in time for...

Dogs Trust West London is appealing for a new home for a former stray dog who’d love a family to call his own in time for his birthday.  Caffrey was found in March and transferred to Dogs Trust from another animal welfare organisation, where he’s being cared for by the centre’s Canine Carers. Dogs Trust West London Rehoming...
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15 tips to keep animals safe in the cold

It’s not clear whether we’ll get a white Christmas but with temperatures plummeting, now is the time to take simple steps to keep our pets and wildlife safe this winter. With temperatures dropping below freezing and winter’s first frosts and snows forecast across the country, the RSPCA is urging people...
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Pets at Home Foundation launches its biggest ever Christmas fundraiser to...

Pets at Home Foundation has launched its annual festive fundraising initiative this week as it aims to raise £2.2million to support rescue pets across the country. The charity, founded by pet care specialists Pets at Home, has announced its biggest ever target following the revelation earlier this month that more...
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Big boy Basher seeks home for Christmas

A gentle giant is facing his second Christmas in RSPCA kennels as potential adopters are put off by his size. Two-year-old mastiff Basher weighs 60kg and measures in at almost 6ft tall when he stands up on his hind legs - making him taller than lots of the staff looking...
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Barc London launches new doggy raincoats collection

Designer pet brand, Barc London launch their very first range of raincoats for dogs. Created to keep dogs warm and dry during wet winter walks, these waterproof jackets also provide underbelly splash protection from muddy puddles - a must have for pups on rainy days! Each raincoat is made from a...
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Suffolk youngster honoured with top award at Discover Dogs

Dog-devotee youngster Lewis Steven Garstang from Suffolk has won the Young Kennel Club (YKC), Young Person of the Year award at Discover Dogs. Following the tragic loss of his dad in 2018, Lewis took on the training and running of his dogs, Rosie and Willow, in agility. Both rescue dogs, the two...
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Tips for exercising your dog in winter

Some dogs love winter walks, but for some pets exercising in the winter months can be challenging and natural animal health manufacturer, Nutravet share their tips to get pets moving in cold weather. Despite the cold weather, it’s important to maintain an exercise routine for your dog to keep them...
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Hug Pet Food introduces 100% whole food for your dog and...

It is estimated that in 2021, almost 44% of households in the UK own a pet, of which 24 million of those are cats and dogs. Pets are no longer seen as just an animal, they are now much-loved family members and therefore it is only natural that pet parents...
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Cold snap fuels RSPCA fears for underweight hedgehogs’ survival this winter

This winter could be particularly hard for hedgehogs, as new RSPCA data from England and Wales reveals that the numbers of the iconic creatures admitted to its wildlife centres have already topped 2020 figures. By mid-November this year, the number of hedgehogs taken into care by the animal charity’s four...
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For the love of dogs: Spice Girl says she’ll be there...

Geri Horner falls for one of Battersea’s most poorly residents in the latest series of ITV’s Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs.  Shih Tzu puppy, Daisy, arrived at the charity when her owners could no longer care for her. Upon her arrival, it was clear that the youngster...
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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...