fbpx
HomeNews

News

News

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...
Companion Life
News

Do you really know what you are feeding your furry friend?

New research from Paws.com found that a staggering 95% of dog foods owned by big brands don’t reveal their exact ingredients. The study looked at over a thousand wet and dry dog foods across Britain’s supermarkets and Amazon’s bestseller list. It found four common trends in a lot of dog...
Companion Life
Charities

Glasgow charity vets save pup’s paw after horror ‘fence jumping’ injury

A young dog’s taste for adventure ended in near-disaster when he tried to jump the garden fence and was left with a horrific wound to his paw. When owner Margaret Harkinson let two-year old Lurcher, Rocco into the garden of their home in Motherwell, Lanarkshire, she had no idea that...
Companion Life
Charities

Eight kittens found in cemetery rescued by Battersea Old Windsor

Eight newly born kittens found abandoned in a Slough cemetery are looking forward to living bright new lives thanks to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in Old Windsor. The kittens, all of which are different ages and from different litters were found by a member of public in June before...
Companion Life
News

Itch deliver personalised, effective flea treatment straight to your door

Forgetting to flea your pet is a thing of the past with Itch’s personalises, effective monthly flea treatment – delivered to your door. Fleas are a nightmare for our family pets and home and yet keeping on top of monthly flea and worming is one of the easiest things to...
Companion Life
Charities

James Middleton and Babboe get wheels in motion at Battersea Dogs...

In partnership with James Middleton, entrepreneur and mental health campaigner, Babboe yesterday donated a Dog-e bike to Battersea Dogs Home. A long-time fan of the cargo bikes, which have recently soared in populariy in the UK, Middleton is often spotted with his four-legged friends cycling the streets of London on...
Companion Life
Charities

RSPCA receives more than 10,000 calls about cats

The RSPCA has revealed that last year there were 134,537 calls coming through to its cruelty line – which is one call every four minutes. This International Cat Day (August 8), the RSPCA is shining a light on the plight of cats and how we can help them. According to RSPCA...
Companion Life
News

The perfect pup: what dog is right for you?

Paws.com provide a definite guide for potential new pet owners, a guide on which dog would best suit your lifestyle. As families come together over the summer and school holidays, many will think about adding a new furry friend to the fold. Dogs are the most popular of pets in the...
Companion Life
News

Hill’s launch new range of functional dog treats

Hill’s Pet Nutrition has launched a new range of five delicious dog treats. The tasty new treats each provide specific health benefits without added artificial preservatives, flavours or colours and are the perfect complement to Hill’s existing ranges. The new range has clinically proven benefits and is designed to help manage...
Companion Life
News

IAMS survey reveals pets are number one source of happiness for...

A new survey has revealed that almost 3 in 4 pet owners wouldn’t give up their pet for love nor money. The survey conducted by IAMS, showed that 69% of pet owners have revealed they would not give up their pet, even if it meant they could win the lottery,...
Companion Life
Charities

RSPCA looking for alternative homes for cats in Kent

The RSPCA has renewed its appeal to find outdoor homes for cats in Kent as the charity has become overrun with semi-feral cats. The RSPCA Canterbury branch has been working with the owner of a smallholding in Kent to help rehome a number of semi-feral cats. So far, 18 cats...
Companion Life

FEATURED

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...
Companion Life

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...