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How to spot hypothermia in pets

With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.  PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
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Animal care solutions – no animal to great or too small

Pawdyguard offer animal lovers and home owners peace of mind whilst on holiday. If you own a number of animals and find it difficult to arrange cover so you can get away, Pawdyguard could be the answer. Vets advise that animals are creatures of habitat, happiest and healthiest when there...
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Top cat VS The Underdog: Feline fans race ahead in charity’s...

Battersea Dogs & Cars Home has launched an innovative new fundraising initiative, calling on gamers to help raise money for rescue animals. The Ultimate Showdown sees game enthusiasts split in to two camps; Team Dog and Team Cat; as they get creative and find different ways to raise sponsorship while...
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What to expect from a new top dog at Number 10?

Pets at Home comments on what No 10 can expect from their new inhabitant – Dilyn – during his first few months in office. As Boris and Carrie settle into their home following the arrival of their little bundle of joy, who has an impressive amount of power already –...
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Washing basket of puppies dumped at RSPCA hospital open day

Three puppies were abandoned at an RSPCA animal hospital in London as staff tidied up after a busy open day. RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital threw open its doors to the public on Sunday (1 September) and welcomed lots of visitors throughout the day. But as staff were clearing up...
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Hill’s launch prescription Diet Gastrointestinal Biome

Hill’s Pet Nutrition has launched Prescription Diet Gastrointestinal Biome, a revolutionary diet addressing dire-responsive digestive disorders in dogs and cats. The first-of-its-kind, great-tasting nutrition includes ActiveBiome+, a breakthrough technology that actively promotes regular healthy stools and supports digestive health in pets. Hill’s nutritionists and veterinarians are at the forefront of...
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RSPCA reveal their very own popular pet names

As the ONS unveils 2018’s most popular baby names, the RSPCA reveals the top names for animals taken in by the charity last year. The Office of National Statistics have released their top baby names of 2018 with Oliver and Olivia remaining top of the list. However, neither name makes the...
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Senior Staffies at Dogs Trust Shoreham go back to (dog) school

Proving that you can teach older dogs’ new tricks, a loveable pair of senior Staffie’s are embracing student life and enrolling at Dogs Trust Dog School, Sussex. The older pooches will be attending classes held at the Dogs Trust Shoreham Rehoming Centre and are keeping their paws crossed that they’ll...
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Tubby cat abandoned in cat carrier in South Yorkshire

The RSPCA is appealing for information after an overweight cat was abandoned in a cat carrier in Sheffield. Tina, the black and white female cat, was found by a member of the public in Sunday (25 August) in Storrs Lane, Wortley. There were two cat carriers both with the doors...
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Dog lovers needed to lend a paw

Dogs Trust Kenilworth is calling on local dog owners to lend a paw and volunteers to help homeless hounds. Although the charity has a dedicated team of staff, Dogs Trust Kenilworth also relies on the support of its centre-based volunteers who have given in excess of 7,000 hours to the...
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RSPCA appeals for information after rabbits dumped in playing fields

The RSPCA is appealing for information after it is believed four rabbits were abandoned over the scorching bank holiday weekend. Three of the rabbits were discovered in Havengore, Basildon, Essex on Monday (26) August in a playing field. The fourth rabbit was collected a day later from the same spot,...
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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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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...

A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer. Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent. She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex. Mette...