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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...
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Blue Cross calls for British Brands to phase out flat-faced pets...

Today, leading UK pet charity Blue Cross have launched a campaign called #EndTheTrend – which calls on the nation’s top brands to support their mission to improve the lives and welfare of flat-faced (brachycephalic) pets. Many brands currently use brachycephalic animals in their advertisements, even if their products are unrelated....
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Scrumbles launch into Tesco

British made, gut-friendly pet food brand Scrumbles has launched into over 600 Tesco stores with 17 products, including the launch of an exclusive range of treats, Pures, suitable for both cat and dogs. Fast growing pet food start up Scrumbles have launched into 610 Tesco stores this morning (18th of...
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Leading animal charity appoints new interim head

Cats Protection has appointed a new interim chief executive, along with three new trustees, as the charity continues to grow its ambitions and increase its impact on cat welfare. Not-for-profit veteran Charles Darley moves into the role having previously held chief executive and senior leadership roles in the Church of...
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Lily’s Kitchen’s October deals and promotions

This October, Lily’s Kitchen – the award-winning producer of proper food for pets – has announced a range of super savings, to please all our furry friends throughout October. From 20% off the entire Lily’s Kitchen website to dental chews that make perfect smiles, there’s no excuse to not treat...
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Dogs Trust issues firework advice for four-legged friends and owners

With firework season set to whizz-pop into our lives again with the approach of Halloween, Diwali and Bonfire Night, Dogs Trust is issuing advice to dog owners to help pets who might be scared by the unexpected bangs and bursts of fireworks. Jenna Kiddie, Head of Canine Behaviour at Dogs...
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Fashion week comes to Southampton Pet Store

A pet food and accessory retailer in Southampton launched a dog ‘catwalk’ to showcase its new Autumn and Winter range of dog coats from popular doggy fashion wear brand, Pomppa. Healthy Pet Store in Salisbury Road, Totton, recently received its new range of stylish dog jackets for the Autumn and...
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‘Fang-tastic’ Freddie is looking for a new home for Halloween

A rescue dog at Dogs Trust Bridgend with a striking and spooky resemblance to a vampire bat is looking for a new home for Howl-o-ween. Freddie, an eight-year-old Pug cross Jack Russell Terrier, has an array of strange bat-like features, from pointy ears, to orb-like eyes and fantastic fangs. He came...
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Man jailed after more than 170 animals rescued in UK’s ‘biggest...

A man has been jailed after 170 animals were found living in poor conditions on a Surrey farm in one of the UK’s biggest ever animal rescue operations. Surrey Police executed a warrant at a farm in Ripley, Surrey, on 9 January 2019 as part of an RSPCA-led investigation into...
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Rosewood Pet Products raises £7,750 with charity sale

Rosewood Pet Products has raised £7,750 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, following a sample sale held at its headquarters in Hortonwood, Telford.  Following on from Rosewood’s first sample sale in 2018, the event which took place this September was the most successful to date, surpassing last year’s amount raised by...
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Battersea golden oldie has been searching for a home for 100...

A ten-year-old Collie named Marley has been in the care of Battersea for 100 days, but so far no one has stepped forward to give him a home to call his own. Marley’s owners brought him into Battersea when a change in circumstances meant that they were no longer able...
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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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Blossom the dog saved by PDSA after dog attack left her...

A loveable Maltese cross dog named Blossom was saved by PDSA vets after suffering extensive wounds to her neck and chest from another dog, while out on a walk. The seven-year-old dog, whose favourite pastime is shredding her owner’s post, was being walked by a friend when out of nowhere...