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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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Nutracoat – the NEW name for Nutramega

New name, same proven formula Nutravet’s highly successful skin and coat supplement Nutramega has been rebranded to Nutracoat in the UK and Ireland. Nutracoat has already been available internationally for a number of years and has an established customer base and part of the reason for the name change was to...
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Mutilated for money: RSPCA calls for ban on imports of cropped...

The RSPCA is urging the UK Government to keep its promise to ban imports into the UK of dogs with cropped ears - and new research shows that most people agree. The call for a change in the law comes as the RSPCA launches its Mutilated for Money campaign, highlighting...
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7 expert tips for cleaning your dog’s dirty gear

After winter walks, our dog's leads, collars, harnesses, and more have been subject to rain, mud, and every weather condition in between.  From mud-caked harnesses to strange smells from your dog’s gear, the dog adventure specialists at Ruffwear share their expert tips on cleaning your dog’s dirty gear to help keep...
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More than a quarter of Brits say that sleeping with their...

In the UK alone, over a third (34%) of the population own at least one dog*. It’s no secret that dogs can be the perfect companions and can offer so much love and reassurance to their owner, so much so that many Brits are spending every possible moment with...
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RSPCA hiring for 11 new animal rescue officers across England and...

The RSPCA - the country’s oldest and largest animal welfare charity - is recruiting for 11 new animal rescue officers (ARO’s). The charity’s animal rescue officers are frontline workers who respond to reports of cruelty, neglect and injury, deal with complaints and collect and rescue sick, injured and trapped animals. ARO’s...
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Lola’s Cupcakes launches brand new PUPCAKES for your Pooch

Iconic cupcake brand Lola’s has created the paw-fect treat for the UK’s privileged pooches – PUPCAKES! Sure to set tails-wagging across the capital, the tasty new treats are lovingly handmade in Lola’s West London bakery. So good that even the owners will be eyeing them up, the new pupcakes come in...
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10 ways to pet-proof your garden over the weekend

If you own a pet, it can be tricky to enjoy the outdoors if your furry friend digs up the lawn or does their business on your prize plants. In fact, searches for "how to dog proof your garden" have seen a +200% increase* in the last 3 months. So, to...
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RNLI saved 164 dogs last year as charity reveals latest animal...

Coinciding with the launch of the paperback version of Saved from the Waves, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) has revealed an increase in the number of our furry friends it plucked from the seas in 2022. Man’s best friend made up the majority of the 209 creature call-outs last year with...
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Dog behaviourist shares some tips for including your furry best friend...

Are you considering including your dog in your wedding festivities? While it can be a lovely way to honour your furry best friend, there are some important considerations to remember to ensure that everything goes smoothly. Dog Behaviourist at Pooch & Mutt Dr Emma Scales-Theobald, PhD, shares the do's and don'ts of including...
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Dogs Trust Manchester urges people to consider giving larger dogs their...

Dogs Trust Manchester is appealing to dog lovers to think big when it comes to welcoming a four-legged friend into their home.  More than one-third of the dogs currently ready to find new homes at the centre are large dogs, so the team are hoping that it won’t be long...
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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...