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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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Mr Bug enjoys upbeat Mintel shout-out in latest pet food review

When you’re a young Devon business cutting its teeth in sustainable dog treats that laud the nutritionally-ripped mealworms, there’s probably nothing better than receiving a reassuring call out from the wise, data-crunching owls at Mintel. Latest Mintel research confirms that ‘over a 1/3rd of pet parents who purchase food for...
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You’d be batty not to give these trio of Count Cat-ulas...

The RSPCA has launched a special appeal this Halloween to find a home for a trio of cats, Count, Dracula and Vamp. They came into the care of the RSPCA in September after they were sadly abandoned in a property in Bolton and rescued by an RSPCA inspector. Now they are...
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Countdown to Christmas: Pets at Home shares paw-fect advent calendars for...

Pets at Home has released its much-anticipated advent calendar range for pets, with options for dogs, cats and small animals. Packed full of tasty treats in a variety of flavours, the range has been specially designed to allow much-loved pets join in with the festive fun. All the advent calendars in...
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Howl-oween pets hope to find spook-tacular homes this All Hallows’ Eve

A gaggle of boo-tiful pets are hoping to find their spook-tacular homes this Howl-oween. While some may be put off by their spooky names, the RSPCA is hoping that fans of All Hallows’ Eve will consider taking on a special pet this October 31st. The special rehoming appeal comes at...
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Top tips for keeping your cat safe as the clocks change

Burns Pet Nutrition wants to help keep cats safe as the nights draw in ahead of the clocks changing.Unfortunately for felines, they obviously do not recognise the time change and therefore they will still be out at the same time. After all, it’s in their nature to be wandering around in...
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Can cats and dogs live in paw-fect harmony?

With the rise of dog ownership in recent years, Dogs Trust has explored how pet owners introduce their new puppies to their cat companions, and how they behave. To mark National Cat Day on 29 October, the charity has shared its recent findings. Using data from its ground-breaking Generation Pup...
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Lancaster agility stars qualify for Crufts at London’s biggest dog event

Julie Darlington from Lancaster, and her dog, Bohemian Spirit (Skeeter) won the Large Novice Anything But Collie (ABC) Semi-Final at Discover Dogs last weekend, and have qualified for the finals at Crufts 2023. The Large Novice ABC semi-finals saw 14 dogs and their handlers compete having earned enough qualifying points...
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Go.Compare reveals UK’s most searched-for pet Halloween costumes

Dressing up is a classic part of Halloween – for pets, as well as people. So, with the spooky celebration just days away, Go.Compare has analysed over 1,200 online keywords to reveal the top ten most searched for costumes for both dogs and cats in the run-up to Halloween. Featuring...
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Not a single rehoming enquiry for unlucky cat now waiting in...

A ‘quirky natured’ tabby and white cat has not received a single offer of a home since coming into the RSPCA’s care in Staffordshire nearly eight months ago. Sadly, not one person has enquired about adopting five-and-a-half year old Bella since she arrived at the Burton upon Trent & District...
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Bristol dog and owner crowned winners of agility Starters Cup Final...

Hayley Marshall from Bristol, and her dog, Jack the Gent (Jack), an eleven-year-old Shetland Sheepdog, won the Starters Cup Final for medium dogs at Discover Dogs, run by The Kennel Club, last weekend. The Starters Cup, The Kennel Club’s premier agility competition for dogs new to agility, was created for...
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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...