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Four-legged ray of sunshine hopes to brighten up dog-lover’s life 

Sunshine may be in short supply at the moment, but one dog in particular waiting for a new family at Dogs Trust Manchester could certainly bring warmth and happiness into someone’s home.  Lurcher Sol, whose name is that of a Roman sun god, arrived on a warm summer’s day last...
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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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Lonely sofa-loving lurcher still waiting for new home after spending over...

An ‘adorable couch potato’ is still looking for his own sofa to snuggle up on after spending over two years of his life in kennels.   Five year old lurcher crossbreed Alvin is one of the RSPCA’s longest-staying dogs but he’s sadly being overlooked by potential adopters.   He was rescued by the...
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Can I give ice cubes to my pet?

With temperatures continuing to rise, it’s important to keep pets cool to reduce the risk of heatstroke as symptoms can develop very quickly and have fatal consequences if not treated. As pet owners search for new ways to cool their furry friends down, the trusty ice cube is an easy, cheap...
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Walker & Drake launch new Dual Protein dog food

Following the success of their cold pressed dog food range, Walker & Drake has launched an innovative new product specially designed for dogs with food allergies and intolerances – Dual Protein. The new Dual Protein is high in meat content together with ‘superfood’ vegetables and botanicals and is made using...
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Inspirational and feel-good images light up RSPCA young photo comp

The RSPCA is showcasing some of the most inspirational and feel-good images from the charity’s Young Photographer Awards over the last few years, as it hopes more amazing photos of animals will light up the competition again in 2024. Entries are still open, and completely free, for the RSPCA Young...
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Agria first to insure pocket Bullies for life: Prioritising pet welfare...

Agria Pet Insurance has today announced its commitment to even more dog owners, taking a stance to support Pocket Bullies and their owners by providing lifetime veterinary fee cover for those in need of a pet insurance policy. Agria is the first insurer to offer lifetime veterinary fee cover to customers...
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I’m a vet and these are 6 things dog owners need...

Brits have been told to brace themselves for a summer heatwave, as the Met Office and UK Health Security Agency have issued a heat health alert from Monday 24th June to 5pm on Thursday 27th June. With the UK set to experience a rise in temperatures, the UK’s leading emergency...
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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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Rhodri Samuel appointed CEO of The Mare and Foal Sanctuary

The Mare and Foal Sanctuary, one of the UK’s leading equine welfare charities, is delighted to announce the appointment of Rhodri Samuel as its new Chief Executive. Starting in the role this week, Rhodri will bring dynamic leadership and a wealth of experience to advance the charity’s mission of rescuing...