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Agria Pet Insurance teams up with Cheshire dog charity for ‘Rescue...

As part of its ‘Rescue a Rescue’ campaign, Agria has partnered with 11 animal charities and rescue centres across the UK to raise awareness of animals in need of forever homes. One lucky Runcorn-based charity, Cheshire Sighthound Rescue, has been chosen by Agria to receive a £1000 donation and its support...
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National Bring Your Dog To Work Day: Vet shares expert tips

Is there anything better than having a furry companion to melt the stress away during your working day? Pets are an integral part of the family. Cute, lovable and entertaining, they never fail to spark joy and bring a smile to our faces! Workplace solutions specialist, Adam Butler, CEO of...
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Tuft Global reveals grooming is a necessary expenditure for pet owners,...

Tuft Global, the nationwide grooming app for pet owners announces significant growth since the start of the year despite the cost-of-living crisis impacting dog owners’ spending. From January 2022, the pet tech brand has increased its downloads by 29% and grown its user base tenfold, highlighting grooming as a necessary...
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Two in five drivers unwittingly break the rules while travelling with...

With many Brits set to take their pooches away with them this summer, new research of 2,000 dog owners has revealed more than two thirds of drivers aren’t aware of the current rules surrounding car travel with dogs. To mark the launch of CarStore’s partnership with leading animal welfare charity,...
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Pet owners making incredible sacrifices to prioritise cost of pet care

A recent survey by Rosewood Pet Products into our pet spending habits has revealed that 69% of pet owners sacrifice personal expenditure to accommodate pet care. Devoted pet parents admitted they cut back by shopping in cheaper supermarkets, giving up takeaways and even dipping into their savings to care for their...
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Blind rescue dog finds his new human ‘guide’

An elderly blind dog who came into rescue in Wales at the age of 11 has got a bright future ahead of him after his “cheeky personality'' won over his foster carer who decided to permanently adopt him. Golden oldie Tiny Tim, described as “young at heart,” was in a...
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As Wimbledon begins, homeless hound has been dreaming of green, green...

Tennis fever might grip the nation for just two weeks every summer, but homeless hound Gizmo is hoping his year-round love of tennis balls will serve him up an ace home during Wimbledon fortnight. Sadly, when the famous tournament gets underway on Monday (27 June), Crossbreed Gizmo will have lived...
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Charity searches for UK’s top police dogs

A charity has launched the search for the nation’s bravest canine heroes.   The Thin Blue Paw Foundation – a UK welfare charity that supports and celebrates working and retired police dogs – is hosting its awards this year and is looking for inspirational tails of bravery and heart-warming stories of...
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Come woof, come all to festival for four-legged friends this weekend

The countdown is on for a weekend of canine capers as DogFest is coming to Belvoir Castle this weekend. Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity which has a rehoming centre in Loughborough, is the charity partner for this year’s dog-focused festival and will be welcoming dog lovers to...
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Celebrity Vet Dr Bolu Eso shares tips on what your dogs...

If you’re a new puppy parent embarking on your first dog journey, one thing you might not have considered is how much dog owners love to talk about poo! It might sound strange, but your dog’s poo can tell you a lot about their overall health, and since they poo...
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Pets at Home reveals its new summer range

Pets at Home has launched its new summer range for pets, helping owners have plenty of outdoor fun with their furry friends while also keeping them safe and protected in the sun. From dog-friendly sun cream and cooling vests to ice lollies and garden toys, and even a special summer...
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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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RSPCA commended in two award categories for learning at work programme

The RSPCA has been ‘commended’ by Learning at Work Week 2024 after hosting sessions for staff and volunteers on coaching, wellbeing and inclusivity. The animal welfare charity came third in two categories: Inspiring a Lifelong Learning Culture Impact Award and the Supporting Business and Organisational Goals Impact Award. Learning at Work Week takes place...