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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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See nutravet at DogFest Yorkshire

Following two successful shows this summer at DogFest, Nutravet will also be exhibiting at DogFest Yorkshire in September. This was Nutravet's first year at DogFest and the team were delighted to meet so many pet owners and their pooches. DogFest welcomes over 150,000 visitors each year with fun dog shows, stunning...
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Dog-friendly Cheshire: the best attractions, hotels, pubs, and gardens to visit...

Is Cheshire the most dog-friendly county? With an abundance of working dogs in the countryside, it certainly has a shared history with our furry friends, and hospitality operators are keen to make the place as dog friendly as possible – whether that’s a fireside bed in a pub, a special...
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Here comes the sun: Top tips to help pets chill out

Summer’s here and the temperature is rising, which means we’ll all be eager to enjoy some time outdoors with our pets, but sometimes our furry friends need a little help to stay cool. Dr Samantha Butler-Davies, Veterinary Clinical Services Manager at Vets4Pets, said: “Pets love to have fun in the...
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The Kennel Club invites dogs and owners to ‘Have a Go’...

The Kennel Club, the organisation behind Crufts, is inviting dogs and owners to its ‘Have a Go’ training day and special show, hosted by Leeds City and District Canine Association, on Sunday 24 July at Harewood House Estate, Leeds. Owners can find out what it’s like to compete in the...
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New figures reveal RSPCA sees spike in cruelty during summer months

New figures show the RSPCA sees a spike in reports of cruelty during the summer months and with pet ownership on the rise coupled with financial pressures the charity is braced for a summer of suffering. The RSPCA receives around 90,000 calls to its cruelty line every month and investigates...
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tails.com goes nationwide with Sainsbury’s

tails.com is expanding its new retail range to reach over 400 Sainsbury’s stores across the UK following a successful pilot earlier this year. tails.com’s new in-store advanced nutrition range focuses on weight management, gut health and immunity for dogs and received an average score of 4.8 stars - significantly above the...
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Rescue dog Ozzy living idyllic life in Scottish Highlands

Loveable Labrador Ozzy, who spent one year in Dogs Trust care, is now living an idyllic life in the Scottish Highlands after finding his perfect match. Ozzy was just 10 months old when he was handed into Ballymena Rehoming Centre, Northern Ireland in May 2020 due to his owners no...
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The Wonder of Marmalade: We ‘can’t help falling in love’ with...

Following the success of the recent Elvis movie, a cat charity is seeking a new home for one of its overlooked feline visitors who does a great impression of the king of rock ‘n’ roll. Five-year-old Marmalade came into the care of Cats Protection’s National Cat Adoption Centre in Sussex...
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Link between nutrition and anxiety discovered in dogs

Scientists have found that certain healthy bacteria have a role to play in helping reduce signs of anxiety in dogs. This exciting research suggests that owners can help to support their pet’s mental wellbeing by feeding a good diet that encourages a healthy balance of gut bacteria. The link between the...
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Top 10 most common dog illnesses and conditions

New research carried out by Everypaw Pet Insurance has compiled a list of the top 10 most common dog illnesses and conditions to help people spot symptoms at an early stage and treat their pets. Kennel Cough takes the top spot followed by Dog Fleas and then Pancreatitis. It comes as...
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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...