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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...
Pets bring happiness, love and calmness, survey suggests
A survey by ExoticDirect has revealed that happiness, love and calmness are the three most popular emotions pet owners feel when stroking their pets.
The survey ran by the pet insurance company was aimed at understanding how exotic pet owners feel about their pets, including both singe and multipet ownership.
Over...
Brexit provides an opportunity for us to ‘crackdown on puppy smuggling’,...
As MPs discussed puppy smuggling in Parliament this week, the RSPCA says that Brexit is an opportunity to crackdown on the growing problem.
Conservative MP Nigel Huddleston led a Parliamentary debate on the issue, an increasing problem in England and Wales as the demand for fashionable breeds and designer crossbreeds’...
League is flying high with Fish4Dogs sponsorship
Fish4Dogs has renewed and extended its sponsorship of the UK Flyball League with a two year deal.
The league, which was founded last year, highlights inclusivity – actively promoting and encouraging the involvement of diverse groups, including young and disabled teams.
The premium pet food company initially sponsored the League’s inaugural...
Ten terrific Staffies searching for new homes at Dogs Trust Manchester
Dogs Trust Manchester is searching for forever homes for ten super Staffies, all of whom are young at heart OAPs – Older Age Pooches.
The team can’t remember looking after so many older Staffordshire Bull Terriers at any one time since the rehoming centre opened its doors in October 2014.
Many...
Zoflora introduces latest fresh Home Fragrance, ‘Green Valley’
Zoflora has extended its popular Fresh Home Odour Remover & Disinfectant range with the launch of their new fragrance.
The latest launch, Green Valley, brings fresh and delicate floral fragrance to your home, with elements of crisp green leaves and a clean ozonic note, combined with a bouquet of...
Dog fighting still rife as RSPCA reveals almost 8,000 reports in...
New figures from the RSPCA reveal that despite being illegal for almost 200 years, dog fighting is still rife in the UK.
Almost 8,000 reports of dog fighting incidents have been reported in England & Wales in the past four years, according to the figures from the RSPCA.
The RSPCA...
Top tips to dog proof your garden
With the weather heating up and summer fast approaching, many of us have taken to our gardens for a little downtime.
However, our furry friends often have the same idea, and they love digging up our once-gorgeous lawns. So what triggers our lovable dogs’ digging behaviour and how we can...
Local foster carers needed for four-legged friends
Dogs Trust Newbury is calling on local dog lovers to consider volunteering to foster a dog whilst they wait to be adopted.
Dogs Trust Home from Home scheme was launched in 2015 and finds foster homes for dogs that need a little extra TLC and time out from the hustle...
Easter hazards: keep your pet healthy this Easter
Easter can be a fun and exciting time for many when we can enjoy a nice break and some much-needed downtime with our pets.
Whether you’re enjoying nice long walks with your dog or tucking into your favourite chocolate egg, as a pet owner it’s important to remember the hazards...
Older dog seeks new digs after owner passed away
Dogs Trust Shrewsbury is seeking a retirement home for a 12-year-old dog who has found himself homeless after his owner passed away.
Border Collie cross Frank, is being looked after at the Shrewsbury rehoming centre after his owner sadly passed away but had registered for a Dogs Trust Canine Care...
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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...
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