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Seven year ban for West Yorkshire woman who left dog with...

A woman who failed to get veterinary treatment for her dog who was suffering from serious health issues has been disqualified from keeping animals for seven years.  Abigail Barker of Raylands Way in Leeds, left female French bulldog Cookie with what a vet described as ‘severe’ skin lesions and a...
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Dream job alert! Your dog could score you free UK holidays...

Applications are now open for the dog job of a lifetime: to be the Canine Critic for 2023, travelling the UK reviewing dog-friendly holidays.  Now in its sixth year, the annual Canine Critics competition returns for 2023 and it’s only getting tougher, with tens of thousands of entries vying to be top...
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Two-year rehabilitation journey for nervous cats discovered living under floorboards

The RSPCA is looking for a special ‘five star home’ for two inseparable cats who were found living under the floorboards of a house after their owner died. Luke and Leia were rescued by the charity from the boarded up property near Burnley back in February 2021. They were left...
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Vets Now announce ‘Pet of the Year Awards’ open for nominations

 Vets Now has announced its ‘Pet of the Year Awards 2023’ are open for entry – officially launching to coincide with National Pet Day, 11 April 2023, during National Pet Month.  A pet equivalent to A&E, the team is calling on pet owners across the country to nominate an amazing animal they...
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Race against time to find home for dog who is going...

The RSPCA is urgently trying to find a new home for a dog whose sight is deteriorating rapidly - and hope he will get the chance to see his loving new owners before he permanently goes blind. Two-year-old lurcher Elf is patiently waiting for his new home at RSPCA Devon...
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8 tips for road-tripping with your dog this spring

The weather is getting warmer and plenty of bank holidays are upon us, including Easter this weekend. It’s high time to hit the road, and the dog adventure specialists at Ruffwear have provided their top eight tips for road-tripping with your dog.  There is no better feeling than going away and...
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Young mum cat and six kittens found dumped in taped up...

A young mum cat and her six kittens were found dumped in a taped up cardboard box which was then left discarded in a street in Oldham. The RSPCA was contacted on Sunday, April 2 by a member of the public, who found the box - which they believed to...
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Tips for leaving pets for long period of time

With many of us heading out on Easter trips right now, and a lot of us starting to plan our summer vacations kennels will be busier than ever with furry friends having their own holidays.  But many dogs may not enjoy going to kennels or understand why they are there...
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Large rabbit rescue highlights the neglect of popular pet at Easter...

The RSPCA embarked on a huge rehoming programme after more than 160 rabbits were found in overcrowded conditions in a garage in Leicestershire. The pets were rescued from a domestic property in Great Easton near Market Harborough after their owners became overwhelmed as a result of overbreeding. Details of the shocking...
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Easter chocolate warning to pet owners after Bertie’s emergency dash to...

UK's leading pet emergency service saw chocolate toxicity cases rise by 236% last Easter. Vets have issued a chocolate warning to pet owners, as they brace themselves for a surge in cases of pets poisoned by chocolate.  Vets Now, the pet equivalent of A&E, saw chocolate toxicity cases rise by 236% last Easter. Aside from...
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Petpals putting pets and the community first

Petpals prides itself on supporting the areas it serves, and this does not stop at providing quality pet services to its community of furry friends. A growing number of franchisees are placing importance on supporting their communities through charitable initiatives that raise money and awareness for the causes they and...
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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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Pet health expert warns of seven dangers to your dog this...

A leading pet health expert is warning of the dangers faced by dogs venturing into the outdoors this winter. Pet Nutritionist and Veterinary Advisor for Burns Pet Nutrition, Emily Boardman says it’s important that dog owners are aware of the potential hazards that the colder months bring when walking dogs.  From icy...