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Battersea’s Purr Minister race returns with fresh faces and feling ‘manifurstos’

Across the UK, cats are clawing their way to the top as Battersea’s long-running Purr Minister competition returns. Established as a light-hearted event, this contest offers MPs and peers the opportunity to put forward their most loyal feline friends, each one hoping to claim the prestigious title of Purr...
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Team GB superstar embarks on a mission to keep dogs active...

British 1000 metre record holder Laura Muir shares her top tips for keeping your dog active this summer. In the absence of the Tokyo Olympic Games, YuMOVE has joined forces with Team GB athletes British 1500 metre record-holder and 2 x European champion Laura Muir, 3 x Paralympian and Rio...
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Cat left with broken leg after being shot

A cat needed major surgery to fit a plate to her broken leg after being shot with an air rifle. RSPCA inspector Tom Hutton has launched an investigation after five-year-old Holly was shot near to her home in Full Sutton, a small village near York, on Monday 17 August. Tom said:...
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Battersea warns of the dangers of buying pets through unscrupulous sellers

Battersea is warning people looking for a new pet to be careful after a five-week old kitten was left needing emergency surgery just two days after she was bought from a breeder. The animal rescue centre took in tiny kitten Alani, after her owners found a lump on her belly...
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Mobile photography competition celebrates National Dog Day

To celebrate National Dog Day, Mobile.co.uk has launched a new competition looking for the best smartphone snaps of the nation’s pets. Mobiles.co.uk launched the competition on its Facebook page and entrants are in with a chance of winning one of five Google Home Minis, or one of five TasteCard runner...
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Natures Menu creates brainteaser to celebrate National Dog Day

A brand-new brainteaser, created by Natures Menu to celebrate National Dog Day, has Brits chasing their tails trying to find the Xoloitzcuintle amongst the well-known breeds. The Xoloitzcuintle, or Xolo, is pronounced ‘show-low-eats-queent-lee’. More commonly known as a Mexican hairless dog, Xolos are known for their lack of hair...
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Dogs Trust warns of impending dog behaviour crisis due to lockdown

Dogs Trust warns of impending dog behaviour crisis as new research shows the impact of lockdown on the nation’s dogs. According to new research released by the dog welfare charity today, over a quarter of owners say their dog has developed at least one new problem behaviour during lockdown. Dogs Trust...
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RSPCA rescues tiny kitten after taking 30-mile journey under a car...

The RSPCA rescued a seven-week old kitten from under the bonnet of a car which had just driven a 30-mile journey with the cat trapped inside. Luckily, the young male cat did not suffer any burns or injuries throughout the journey and has now been offered a loving home by...
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National Dog Day: the Nation’s cutest pooches, as submitted by you

To celebrate National Dog Day on the 26th August, Safestyle UK has launched a nationwide #DoginWindow photo competition asking dog owners to share their best snaps to find the UK’s cutest pooch. Life in lockdown has resulted in many dog owners spending more time than ever at home with their furry friends,...
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Battersea offers advice for owners and finders of unwanted kittens

Battersea is urging people to bring unwanted and abandoned kittens, litters and pregnant cats to rescues as kitten season ramps up. During the summer months, Battersea often sees a higher number of pregnant cats and kittens coming through the doors of their three centres, an annual trend known as ‘kitten...
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Dogs Trust Shoreham rehomes long-term lodger during lockdown

One of Dogs Trust Shoreham’s most overlooked pooches has finally found their forever home after spending 653 days in their care. Whilst rehoming was paused temporarily at the start of the coronavirus outbreak, rehoming centre staff were able to responsibly find their dogs the right homes through a virtual matching service - using video-based home checks...
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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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Bella + Duke announces new brand platform as market soars

Leading pet food company commits to getting a nation of pets off ultra processed diets with new brand positioning focusing on health and wellbeing. With an estimated 26 million cats and dogs in UK households, Bella + Duke is stepping up for pet lovers everywhere with a fresh brand platform...