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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...

Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.  This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
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Agria Pet Insurance advise new pet owners to choose carefully

Our pets mean more to us that our partners, so Agria Pet Insurance advise new owners to choose their pets - the love of their life - carefully. Following the revelation that in the UK alone, our pets influence our mood more than our partners, it shows how important it...
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How to pet proof your home

Itchpet.com’s in-house vet offers expert advice on the best ways to keep your house in tip top condition with a pesky pet. Have you ever come home to find the curtains chewed, rugs ripped up and plants scattered on the floor? Whether you have a new puppy or kitten –...
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Dog lovers needed to foster homeless hounds for Dogs Trust West...

Dogs Trust West London is calling on local dog lovers to consider opening their homes and hearts by volunteering to foster a dog. Dogs Trust’s Home from Home fostering scheme was launched in 2015 and finds foster homes for dogs that need an little extra TLC and time out from...
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Flea-ridden kitten found days away from death

A tiny kitten so badly affected by fleas and days away from death was found by a member of the public and rescued by Mayhew. Whilst fleas are an easily treatable parasite amongst most cat and dogs, young or small animals that become infected are at a high risk of...
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Big dog with huge heart is looking for love

A female Alaskan Malamute dog who is being cared for by the RSPCA is desperately seeking a new owner for Valentine’s Day. Willow has been in the care of RSPCA Bath Cats and Dogs Home for more than eight months, so the charity is keen for the 10-year old dog...
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Study reveals the top 20 arguments dog owners have

A third of dog lovers would pick their pet over their partner – if they were forced to choose between the two, study reveals. A poll of 2,000 dog owners also found four in 10 admit to giving their pooch more affection than their other half. While 42% even claim their...
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BISSELL introduces their new cordless vacuum – the ICON

The floor cleaning experts at Bissell has launched a new cordless vacuum designed with pets specifically in mind. The new Bissell ICON 25V Cordless Vacuum is engineered to deal with everyday dirt and dust on carpets, hard floors, furniture and in cars. The ICON’s superior high-power provides up to...
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Dog owners would rather spend time with their dog than their...

Valentine’s Day is traditionally a day to spend with your loved ones, but who’s to say they can’t have four legs, a wet nose and a waggy tail. New research from online dog sitting and walking platform, Gudog, has revealed that 94% of dog owners in the UK and Ireland...
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Pure Pet Food launch new dog food recipe

A pet food company specialising in nutritious recipes that address dogs’ weight problems and health issues has added another wholesome option to mix. Yorkshire-based pet food brand Pure Pet Food has launched its Wholesome Chicken recipe, which contains new and fresh 100% human grade ingredients such as cranberry, linseed and...
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Vets warning as puppy survives after stealing a washing capsule

A York veterinary practice is warning dog owners to keep washing capsules out of reach of pets after a mischievous puppy was left fighting for her life. Angel, a 19-week old Jack Russell, was left seriously ill after biting into a liquid washing capsule after the box containing the products...
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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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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...

Vets are urging dog owners to rethink their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures in November. With temperatures forecast close to freezing, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a critical safety issue for the nation's pet owners. Pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters, in...