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Northumberland dog hit by train after being spooked by fireworks  

A dog owner from Northumberland is urging caution this fireworks season, following the devastating loss of her family’s beloved Bearded Collie.  Michelle Kennedy and her family, from Berwick-upon-Tweed, were devasted after her dad, Michael, left for a walk on Bonfire Night in 2017 with their two Bearded Collies, and only...
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Missing cat reunited with owners after 5 years thanks to microchip

After five years of heartbreak, a family from Derby has been reunited with their long-lost cat thanks to his microchip. The family’s much-loved ginger cat, Samson went missing in October 2013 and since then, Hannah Guy never gave up hope of finding him again. Her faith was restored when earlier...
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Dogs Trust campaign gets high paws from Secretary of State

Dogs Trust met with the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs at the Royal Welsh Show to discuss their priority animal welfare issues for Wales. The animal welfare charity, which has 21 rehoming centres across the UK and Ireland, including one in Bridgend, cares for nearly 15,000...
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RSPCA issue fresh warning about dogs in hot cars after 4000...

The RSPCA is issuing a fresh warning to dog owners to never leave a pet unattended in a car on a warm day after almost 4,000 reports of incidents during the ongoing heatwave. The animal welfare has issued the renewed advice after being made aware of the tragic deaths of...
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Nine-week-old puppy found on the tube during heatwave

A nine-week-old Chihuahua cross was recently discovered on the London underground during the summer heatwave. The puppy named George Michael, was found by a member of the public, sitting on the tube in North West London by himself with no lead or collar in the 25-degree heat. The puppy was taken...
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PDSA offer advice to keep pets ‘flea free’ this summer

As the UK enjoys long periods of warm weather, PDSA are advising pet owners to protect their pets from fleas and other parasites. Leading vet charity, PDSA warns that hot weather can lead to big problems when it comes to fleas and it’s important for pet owners to regularly protect...
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Bunnies hoping to find new home during lunar eclipse this week

Two bunnies are hoping that like the lunar eclipse Friday, their planets will also align to help find them a new paw-fect home. RSPCA staff at the West Suffolk branch hope that the upcoming astrological event will help bunnies, Luna and Eclipse find a new home. Luna is a one-year-old lionhead...
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British pet owners investing in technology for their four-legged friends

British pets are now being entertained and fed by the latest smart technology according to new research. A survey of 1,007 UK adults has revealed that 48% of British pet owners have invested in technology, which is specifically for their four-legged friends. The study, which was carried out by gadgets and...
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Summer holidays animal photo competition for young people

Springwatch presenter Chris Packham wants young people to get snapping during the school holidays for the RSPCA’s Young Photographer Awards. The wildlife expert is encouraging young people to enter their photos into the competition, whether it’s a bird, a bug or a big beautiful mammal, photos of any kinds of...
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Happy ending for nine puppies found in plastic bin

It's a happy ending for nine puppies found abandoned in a bin in Buckinghamshire, who are to feature on Channel 5's Dog Rescuers programme. The pups of various breeds were found after the RSPCA had an anonymous call about someone selling puppies from a van in the Buckinghamshire area. Following the...
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Survey reveals almost half of nation class their dog as their...

A study released to celebrate World Friendship Day (30 July) has revealed that dogs really are a man and women’s best friend. The study of 1,000 pet owners commissioned by raw and raw inspired pet food experts, True Instinct has revealed that almost half (47%) of the nation class their...
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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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Dogs Trust partners with Magic Classical for the perfect canine calming Bonfire...

Ahead of next week’s Bonfire Night, Magic Classical radio has teamed up with the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, to provide the perfect playlist to help calm dogs that find the noise of fireworks distressing.   Magic Classical’s Calming Pet Sounds, in partnership with Dogs Trust, includes Pachelbel’s Canon,...