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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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How Reggae can help calm your anxious canine – and seven...

Veterinary Advisor has revealed her top eight ways to calm an anxious canine - including one that will see you blasting out some Bob Marley. Emily Boardman, Pet Nutritionist and Veterinary Specialist at Burns Pet Nutrition, suggests playing some reggae music to soothe your stressed out dog. Her advice follows a...
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Woman who neglected elderly and matted Shih Tzus is given ten-year...

A woman from County Durham who failed to get appropriate care for her matted Shih Tzus has been banned from keeping dogs for ten years. Ashleigh Kelly of Glencoe Avenue in Chester-le-Street, repeatedly ignored warnings and advice from the RSPCA about the condition of the elderly dogs, one of whom...
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One week to go until Guinea Pig Awareness Week returns!

With one week to go, the organisers behind Guinea Pig Awareness Week, or GPAW, the UK’s largest campaign dedicated to improving guinea pigs’ welfare, is back for its fourth fantastic year, with an amazing launch of piggy-powered activities at Hog Springs – a Wild West-themed guinea pig village located within Northumberland Zoo.   Led by small...
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RSPCA appeals for information as pet kitten comes home with concerning...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a young pet cat arrived home with a series of concerning and unusual injuries to her ear, abdomen, tail and bottom. Tabby cat Ivy went out as usual on the morning of Sunday 8 September - but she was out for longer than...
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Equine charity pays heartfelt tribute to generous supporters

A Southwest equine welfare charity has paid a heartfelt tribute to generous supporters who have helped to fund its new horsebox, including a retired couple from Devon who spontaneously donated 15 thousand pounds to cover the remaining cost of the vehicle. This summer The Mare and Foal Sanctuary launched an...
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Is your furry, feathered, or scaly friend the world’s happiest pet?

With pet TikTok videos receiving over 10 billion views in 2023 alone, the amount of people who enjoy watching happy or smiling pets is abundant. But which pet is the happiest? To answer this question, TrustedHousesitters launched a global competition to find the Happiest Pet on Earth, celebrating the joy all...
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New home for guinea pigs provides perfect staging post for awareness...

Guinea Pig Awareness Week 2024 is launching at a new acclaimed rescue centre dedicated to the UK’s most popular furry pets. Guinea Pig Awareness Week 2024 is launching at a new acclaimed rescue centre dedicated to the UK’s most popular furry pets. Hog Springs is a Wild West themed habitat, providing...
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Global adventure brand, Thule launches dog crate that withstands even the...

Thule enters a new product category with the Thule Allax dog crate for cars, setting a new standard in safe dog transportation. Thule enters the world of dogs with Thule Allax, a smartly designed car dog crate that withstands even the toughest crash tests. The crate’s distinct Thule design paired...
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Three-quarters of dog owners fail to recognise early warning signs that...

Students across the UK have returned to the classroom after the summer break, but new research from the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, has revealed that the nation should head “Bark to School” for lessons in dog body language, in a bid to reduce the number of...
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Bella & Duke expands in house expertise with latest appointment

Rosyth-based pet food and wellbeing company Bella & Duke has appointed Carolanne Cicero to the role of Veterinary Advisor following its nationwide hunt. The news comes shortly after the appointment of CEO, James Sturrock, who is leading the company to its next chapter of growth and development, while supporting...
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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...