Barking Heads has created a new nutritionally balanced plant-based food option for treasured pups to enjoy alongside a meat-based diet. The team found out that one in five of its dog owners already add fresh or cooked vegetables to their dog’s dinners. So, they worked closely with dog nutrition...

Cats can be particular creatures, and pet parents know that their unique purr-sonalities can be very different. Analysing internal data from over 3,700 cat parents, the experts from eco-cat litter firm Natusan, together with leading British animal behaviourist Professor Peter Neville, have uncovered five common personality personas in cats - Nervous Nala, Outgoing Oliver, Bossy Bella,...

Pet owners are more likely to feel connected to nature and the environment than the general population, and are looking to make more sustainable choices when it comes to buying pet products. With 43% of consumers already actively choosing brands based on their environmental credentials, the new range of Bamboo...

When it comes to naming your puppy, it can prove to be as hard as naming a baby, but it seems the family’s children often have the biggest influence over their name. Agria Pet Insurance has revealed that while the puppy names in the UK’s top ten have stayed largely...

As temperatures across the country plummet, Battersea is offering advice to dog and cat owners to help keep their much-loved pets warm this winter. Steve Craddock, Centre Manager at Battersea said: “Just like humans, some of our pets will need a little extra care over the colder months to help...

Thirty dogs who were found matted and in a neglected state have enjoyed an amazing transformation in RSPCA care. The animal welfare charity was alerted to the plight of the dogs after they were found in a neglected state in kennels outside a property in Skegness area of Lincolnshire last...

A survey of over 2,000 cat owners revealed that 28% said they had overfed their pet since the start of lockdown in March 2020. Over a third (36%) said their cat visited neighbours for a bonus feed and overall, 20% of cats had typically gained between 1 and 2.25 kilos...

With flood warnings in place, dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust is providing top tips and advice on how to keep our four-legged friends happy and safe. Tamsin Durston, Canine Behaviour Officer at Dogs Trust, said: “Extreme weather of all kinds can be distressing for dogs. Signs to look out for...

January 18th marked ‘Blue Monday’ – when dark days and squeezed finances are thought to make the most depressing day of the year. But, with the UK in the grip of a tight lockdown restrictions many people face some tough ‘blue’ months ahead, with millions at home alone with only...

The RSPCA is investigating after a rabbit was dumped ‘like rubbish’ by bins in Bristol. The animal welfare charity was alerted by a member of the public who initially noticed the cage and thought it was empty but then saw the rabbit inside. RSPCA deputy chief inspector Simon Coombs went out...