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Dogs Trust Calls for proposed pet-friendly policies to be extended to...

Ahead of today’s third reading of the Renters’ Rights Bill, which includes greater rights for responsible pet owners in the private rental sector, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, is urging the Government to extend these rights to renters in social housing.  In September, the Government announced that...
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Decade-long ban for couple who neglected their six dogs

A man and wife from Durham have been convicted of ten animal welfare offences following a prosecution brought by the RSPCA.  Neil Hamilton, and Elaine Patricia Hamilton both of Front Street, were sentenced at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates Court on Wednesday  22 February. They pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing...
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Kitten plucked from 60ft tree after three-day rescue mission involving RSPCA 

A nine-month-old kitten who got herself stuck in a tree, evading rescue attempts for three days, was eventually brought back down to earth in a tree surgeon’s net. Tabby coloured Pixie had only been going outside for about five days before she landed herself in a spot of bother by...
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Winston is looking for his forever home after three years in...

A Staffordshire bull terrier with a winning personality and enthusiastic approach to life is ready to meet his special someone to live life in the fast lane with after a three year wait in kennels.  Five-year-old Winston is adored by his carers at Dogs Trust Darlington for his boundless zest...
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After over three years in kennels, tri-pawd Paxo finds forever home  

A three-legged rescue dog has found his forever home thanks to Dogs Trust Ilfracombe, after waiting over three years for someone to fall in love with him.  Five-year-old Lurcher, Paxo, originally arrived at Dogs Trust Newbury in January 2020 when he was found as a stray. He arrived with a deformity...
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PDSA’s advice to keep your pet safe through Storm Juliette and...

The UK’s leading vet charity PDSA is warning owners to take extra care of their four-legged friends as Storm Juliette is expected to bring colder temperatures and even snow in the next couple of weeks.  Despite their fur coats, pets need a little extra TLC when it’s cold to ensure they’re...
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Spring plants that are dangerous for dogs

Spring is almost upon us and with it comes flowers and plants galore. But while they are beautiful to look at, many common spring novelties found in gardens across the country have toxic elements that could prove dangerous to your four-legged friend.   Most dogs are somewhat careful about what they...
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Appeal after grisly find of dead rabbits with appalling injuries near...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after six dead rabbits were found with horrific injuries in London woodland. **WARNING CONTAINS DISTRESSING IMAGES** The rabbits, who were domestic pets, were found on a path at the Slade Ravine near to Plumstead Common in the early hours of Saturday, February 11. One of...
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Spring 2023 sees Mr Bug target the dog-friendly pub, bar and...

This Spring sees Devon disruptor, Mr Bug push its unique range of nutritious bug bites into the South West’s growing gathering of dog-friendly pubs, bars and cafes; venues where dogs have for too long only had access to unappetizing doggy treats that have sat on the end of a...
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New intestinal support for cats and dogs from Vita Animal Health

A new product to support intestinal health in dogs and cats has been launched by animal health company, Vita Animal Health. Developed by scientists, Omniflora is available in a paste and tablet form and delivers seven symbiotic ingredients to maintain and support intestinal function for both acute digestive upset and...
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I’m a pet expert and here is how to keep the...

PDSA Vet Nurse, Shauna Walsh, shares expert insight into some of the UK’s popular dog breeds and how to know if your four-legged friend is carrying extra weight around the edges. “It sounds obvious, but dogs who eat too much and don’t exercise enough, get fat! If you feed your...
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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 podcast has become a global phenomenon

A pet business podcast that started in the summer of last year has quickly become a global phenomenon attracting viewers and listeners from all across the world and shows the impact that the pet industry has on the global economy. The Pet Business Disruptors podcast was started by Clayton Payne,...