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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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Natures Menu expands and refreshes Natural Raw Nuggets Range

Natures Menu has refreshed its existing Fruit and Vegetables Raw Nuggets line with the addition of Natural Raw Nuggets Veggie Boost. As part of the Natures Menu Home Prepare range, the Veggie Boost Nuggets are made from a wholesome blend of 15 fruits and vegetables including butternut squash, red...
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PDSA Order of Merit awarded to Medical Detection Dog, Pal

A Medical Detection Dog from Kent has been honoured by leading veterinary charity, PDSA for his outstanding devotion to his owner. Eight-year old Labrador, Pal is trained to detect changes in blood sugar levels for his diabetic pet owner and was awarded the PDSA Order of Merit – an animal...
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Cat Crisis: RSPCA rescues three cats every hour

The RSPCA is bracing itself for an influx in cats and kittens as latest figures reveal on average they take in three cats every hour. Last year (2018), the RSPCA’s centres and branches took in 28,986 cats and more than 90,000 cats over the last three years. Most kittens are typically...
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Vets hail pet heroes

New research has shown just how important pets are to our lives, from providing companionship to offering physical and mental health support. More than half of people admit that they pet increases their happiness (57%) and helps relieve stress/anxiety (56%), while 43% admit a cat, dog or rabbit increases physical...
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Legal experts reveal laws that all pet owners need to know

In 2018, the UK population was an estimated 5.1 million, which means around 45% of British homes housed a domesticated animal. Owning a pet is a huge responsibility and can bring happiness but it is up to n owner to ensure that the welfare of that pet is a priority. To...
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Fish4Dogs set for TV campaign

Fish4Dogs is set to undertake its first ever television campaign next month to encourage owners to ‘Switch to Fish’. ‘The Run’ features a man and his dog enjoying their run over the moors as they consider the health benefits of a switch to fish. The ad will run on TV...
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Dog found on railway finds her family with help from Battersea

A Siberian Husky who was found on railway tracks in Southwark has been reunited with her owners, thanks to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home. Two-year old Kinky was taken to the charity's London centre by a local dog warden after she had been found dangerously wandering on the tracks...
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Dogs Trust Bridgend’s oldest dog seeks loving retirement home

Staff at Dogs Trust Bridgend are appealing for a home for their oldest resident who is the human equivalent of 98 years old. Taking the accolade is Tilly, who at 14 years old, found herself in the care of the Pen-y-Fai rehoming centre in February after her owners were no...
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Lucky ferret rescued from waste pipe

The RSPCA and fire brigade rescued a ferret from a waste pipe two-storeys high. A fearless ferret who got herself stuck in a waste pip at the top of a two-storey building was rescued by the RSPCA and fire services. The female ferret, now named Lucky by the RSPCA, was...
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Research reveals pet ownership decreases loneliness

New research reveals that Brits are losing their sense of connection with others, with feelings of loneliness and anxiety overwhelming the nation. According to a new study by Mars Petcare UK, a fifth of adults now feel more comfortable interreacting with people online than they do in person. As a result,...
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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...