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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...
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Cat spends over 200 days in rescue centre waiting for forever...

The RSPCA is appealing to find a special home for white and tabby cat Daisy who has spent a total of 229 days in the charity’s care. Four-year-old Daisy was rescued by an RSPCA officer as her previous owner was not able to take care of her.  When she first arrived at the...
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Over one million UK pet owners neglect this vital health check

A new study shows that 5% of the UK’s cat and dog owners have never weighed their pet at the vet, while 11% don’t remember when they last conducted a weigh-in.  46% of the UK population are cat and dog owners, meaning that over 1.5 million Brits are unaware of...
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Starved dog found abandoned in park in Wigan: RSPCA appeals for...

The RSPCA is investigating the abandonment of a severely emaciated dog who was left tied to the railings of a park in Wigan earlier this month. Luna, who was skeletal and weighed 16.6kg (36.5 pounds), is recovering well in the care of Dogs4Rescue, who have described the incident as the worst...
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Southampton pet store gears up to celebrate a decade in business

It’s a summer of celebrations at Healthy Pet Store in Totton as it gets ready to toast 10 years of providing only good things to cats and dogs across the south this Autumn. Deborah Burrows first opened the doors to the store in 2014, and has since grown into one...
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Wimbledon Quiz – Can you guess who the iconic Wimble-dogs are...

With Wimbledon, the Euros and the Olympics taking place over the next few months, the UK is enjoying a fantastic Summer of sports.  To kickstart the fun and get people at home involved, Everypaw Pet Insurance is challenging people around the UK to a new guess-who game, starring some of Wimbledon’s most...
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Summer cat care tips: Keeping feline friends cool and happy

As the UK’s weather gets warmer, many cat owners question how well their feline companions can cope. Cats tend to tolerate the hot weather much better than dogs. Although, cats often look for sunny spots to relax in, they are not immune to the dangers of heat and can suffer...
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Bald dog hopes adopters can look past his fur-less appearance

A dog who has been left completely bald due to a severe skin allergy is struggling to find a new home. Four-year-old Patch was taken in by the RSPCA due to concerns about his condition when his previous owners couldn’t afford the cost of treatment to manage his allergies. He arrived at RSPCA Halifax,...
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Breeder fined for kicking and hitting dog as she nursed pups

A woman from Cornwall has been fined after being caught on camera kicking a dog who was nursing her newborn puppies. Sharon Jeannine Gladwell of Mount Pleasant, Hayle, Penwith, in Cornwall, appeared at Bodmin Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (18 June) to be sentenced after pleading guilty to two offences under...
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Survey launched to improve understanding of canine spinal problems

The Kennel Club has launched a new online health survey which aims to improve understanding of prevalence and types of spinal (neck, back or tail) problems affecting different pedigree dog breeds. The survey has been developed to gain insights and identify any breed-specific nuances that may influence the development of spinal problems. The...
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Dog owners warned to be vigilant during heatwave

Agria Pet Insurance issues warning, alongside owner of dog who suffered extreme heatstroke last year. With soaring summer weather currently in full force in the UK, Agria, The Kennel Club’s pet insurance provider, and a dog owner from Newcastle are urging other owners to be vigilant to the signs of...
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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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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...