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Newly commissioned report reveals wellbeing wonders of bonding time with pets

A new report shows that strong emotional bonds with pets bring important mental and physical benefits To celebrate the quiet moments of connection between pet parents and their four-legged family members, Lily’s Kitchen, the B Corp pet food brand, has commissioned a series of portraits capturing these cherished moments of...
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Bella & Duke donate £3,920 for Therapy Dogs Nationwide

Following the recent partnership with Therapy Dogs Nationwide, Bella & Duke is delighted to announce that through its charity referral initiative, their customers have donated a total of £3,920 to the partner charity. The initiative, run from 20th December until 31st January, saw Bella & Duke pledge £20 to Therapy...
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Missing moggie is reunited with his family after seven years thanks...

The RSPCA has helped reunite an overjoyed family with their cat, who had been missing for seven years, thanks to his microchip. Black and white Raffael (known as ‘Raffi’) disappeared from his home in Old Trafford shortly before Christmas in 2016. Despite endless searching in the months and years that...
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Pets at Home launches Easter range for pets, including an Easter...

Pets at Home has revealed its Easter range for 2023, featuring a variety of brand-new gifts including an easter egg hunt for dogs and a festive Bake at Home Kit complete with an icing pen, biscuit cutter and baking mix. There’s also pet-friendly Easter eggs made from carob for dogs...
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Animals in conflict: Battersea funds power generators for struggling Ukrainian vets...

In response to the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, leading animal welfare charity Battersea has been providing financial support to those organisations on the ground helping Ukrainian animals and those that care for them. The charity has so far awarded over a quarter of a million pounds through their Global Programmes...
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Pet regret: Three in 10 Brits regret buying a dog

While dogs offer companionship to many in the UK, a new study from financial guidance platform Forbes Advisor has found that nearly three in ten (29%) of Brits who bought a dog regret the purchase. The nationally representative survey of 2,000 UK dog owners found most people are happy with their new...
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Five incredible dogs unveiled as finalists in Crufts hero awards

The Kennel Club and broadcaster Kay Burley have revealed the five finalists shortlisted for the prestigious Kennel Club Hero Dog Award, urging the public to vote for the four-legged friend they want to see crowned as the UK’s most heroic dog at Crufts 2023. A Springer Spaniel who has spent hundreds of...
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Former racing Greyhound finally finds forever home after 18-month wait thanks...

An ex-racing Greyhound has finally found a home of his own and a sofa to snooze on thanks to Dogs Trust Merseyside and its team of volunteer foster carers.  Jack, now aged six, arrived at Dogs Trust Merseyside in August 2021 leaving his racing days behind him. Sadly, when it came...
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RSPCA and firefighters rescue cat stuck up tall tree for 30...

A young cat was happy to be reunited with his owner after being rescued from his captivity on a high perch in Greater Manchester. Animal rescue officer David Cottingham and fire officers from Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service came to the aid of the stricken moggy, called Sparky, who was...
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7 London dog-friendly cafes to take your pooch

New research has revealed that 'dog-friendly cafes' has seen a considerable jump in Google searches over the past 30 days, seeing a huge 2,400% increase in people wanting to take their four-legged friends out for a coffee or a dog-friendly meal.  1. Paws For Coffee - 41 High St, Hampton Hill, Hampton...
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Amnesty needed on breeding and sale of pet rabbits, says RSPCA

The RSPCA is backing a breeding amnesty aimed at tackling the surge in rabbits being abandoned while rescue centres are at bursting point. The Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWA&F) is calling for breeders to suspend their activities temporarily in order to reduce the numbers of unwanted rabbits left needing...
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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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Experts warn dog owners about toxicity risk from mince pies

Digital PR Agency analysed a huge 500% spike in searches querying toxic dog foods this month, as a study discovered dogs are 75% more likely to be treated by a vet for eating harmful food around the festive season. To inform owners and avoid worry before it’s too late, experts at Digital PR Agency curated a list of...