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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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Puppy dealing gang jailed for fraud and welfare offences

A gang of fraudsters operating a puppy-dealing ring worth £2.5m have been jailed and disqualified from keeping dogs for life. The gang is estimated to have made at least £2.5m selling sick and dying puppies to unsuspected members of the public across the South East. It comes following a three-year investigation...
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Win tickets to DogFest – the ultimate summer festival for dogs!

Hosted by Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick, DogFest offers dogs, their owners, and dog-lovers an action-packed, fun-filled weekend! We're giving away a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children under 16) to a DogFest date of your choice: Cholmondeley Castle (Cheshire, 16 –17 June), Ashton Court (Bristol, 23 –24 June) & Knebworth...
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Seven rabbits abandoned in park in ‘shocking condition’

The RSPCA has launched an investigation after seven sick and injured rabbits were found dumped in a park in Birmingham. RSPCA animal collection officer, Cara Gibbon collected six of the rabbits, which were found in woodland by a passerby who contacted the animal welfare charity. The passerby managed to catch the...
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Vet’s Kitchen launch Puppy Pack to support new pet owners

Vet’s Kitchen has launched a unique Puppy Pack, providing all the essentials new pet owners need. The Puppy Packs are full of tips and advice from a team of veterinary experts and nutritionists to ensure that your puppy gets off to a great start in life, as well as supporting...
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UK’s largest multi-pet event returns to Stafford in August

The UK’s largest indoor and outdoor multi-pet event returns to the Stafford County Showground in August. The Pet Show brings together all creatures great and small, showcasing the very best that the UK’s pet industry has to offer. Visiting the Stafford County Showground on 18 and 19 August, The Pet Show...
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Dog with a broken leg left tied up outside vet clinic

The RSPCA is investigating after a dog with a broken leg was left tied to railings outside a vet clinic in Potton. One-year-old male Lurcher nicknamed Roscco – was found by staff tied to railings at the vets surgery on Thursday afternoon (17). RSPCA Animal Welfare Officer, Jane Folly who went...
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TheaPaws dogs spread happiness to employees

Employees at the work space, Huckletree West, near Shepherd’s Bush in London welcomed therapy dogs into their office as part of Mental Health Awareness Week (14th to 201th May). The dogs were from the London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew’s Therapaws programme, which recognised the mutual benefits of animals engaging with...
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New campaign aims to keep cats firmly in the family

The UK's leading feline welfare charity have launched a new campaign to encourage parents to keep their pets during pregnancy and beyond. The #KidsandKitties campaign urges people not to give up their pets, following new findings that show round half of parents have concerns about cats and children. Survey results reveal...
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Long-term lodger at Dogs Trust Salisbury finds forever home

A long-term lodger at Dogs Trust Salisbury has finally found their forever home after 600 days at the rehoming centre. Seven-year-old Terrier cross, Bailey arrived at Newton Tony-based rehoming centre in September 2016 heavily pregnant and went into have seven healthy puppies. All seven pups have now all found new homes,...
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Pets at Home release half a million pounds to support animal...

Pets at Home is celebrating the anniversary of its VIP Club by making a share of £500,000 available to animal charities cross the UK. Every time a member of Pets at Home’s VIP Club makes a purchase and swipe their VIP card they collate Lifelines: points from the purchase which...
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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...