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Four-legged ray of sunshine hopes to brighten up dog-lover’s life 

Sunshine may be in short supply at the moment, but one dog in particular waiting for a new family at Dogs Trust Manchester could certainly bring warmth and happiness into someone’s home.  Lurcher Sol, whose name is that of a Roman sun god, arrived on a warm summer’s day last...
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Struggling cat rescues to be helped by specialist cat insurer, Agria...

This May, Agria Pet Insurance will be celebrating the differences that makes every cat special, while supporting those in rescue. Agria’s recent survey of the current situation in the UK’s cat rescues confirmed some uncomfortable statistics – including that 80% of cats are not adopted due to their age, appearance...
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Deaf cat saved from going blind by vets

The future is looking bright for Kafka, a cat who recently received sight-saving surgery from a leading ophthalmologist at Swindon-based vets. Owners James Dickenson and Jo Brydon adopted Kafka in July 2020 when she was just three months old and diagnosed with cerebellar hypoplasia, an incurable neurological condition that...
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Research unveils UK’s dog poo problem during lockdown

According to new research commissioned by Lily’s Kitchen, a whopping 64% of Brits said dog waste has become an increasing issue in their area. Since the start of the pandemic, lonely Brits in lockdown have welcomed furry friends into families. The sudden rise in people becoming pet parents can be...
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Taskforce launched to investigate reported rise in pet thefts

A Pet Task Force has been launched today to investigate the recent reported rise in pet theft since the start of lockdown, Environment Secretary George Eustice has announced. Sales platforms have reported a considerable rise in puppy and kitten prices over the course of the past year following more people...
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UK motorists purchased larger cars during lockdown to accommodate dogs

A study reveals that 35% of new dog owners needed to buy a larger, more practical car as demand for puppies rose by 115% during lockdown. A survey of 2,000 drivers with dogs by online automotive marketplace CarGurus revealed 22% bought or adopted their most recent dog after the start...
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Abandoned kittens adopted by rescued mother cat

The RSPCA was called to rescue three tiny old kittens near a school in Burnham Market, Norfolk on Monday (May 3rd). A member of the public had monitored the kittens but after the mother cat showed no signs of returning, they were taken in and warmed up, while she phoned...
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Dogs Trust launches new survey about dog behaviour

Dogs Trust has launched a new interactive survey to better understand the way we interpret dog behaviour. The survey – Public Perceptions of Dog Behaviour & Emotion - is open for four weeks and whether you have a canine companion as part of the family or not, Dogs Trust is urging you to take part. The survey takes around...
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Dog owners to fork out £2,464.80 on day care services when...

Comparethemarket.com reveals Brits’ plans for their dogs when they return to work, with owners expected to fork out £2,464.80 a year on dog care services. We’ve spent more time than ever with our pooches over the lockdown period, but as we gear up to resume life outside the home, how...
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Grand miniature designs – eco architecture that’s the cat’s whiskers

Cats can now climb Britain’s property ladder after designers have created a unique paw’tfolio of heritage homes - perfect for the property and feline lover. In a bid to raise awareness of the amount of cat litter going to landfill, sustainable cat litter firm Natusan has teamed up with illustrator...
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Keep your pet safe in the car

Plans for foreign holidays will once again be shelved for millions of Brits this spring and summer, and now households planning ‘staycations’ have been advised on how to keep their four-legged family members safe on road trips. The motoring experts at LeaseCar.uk have compiled their advice for travelling with pets,...
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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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Rhodri Samuel appointed CEO of The Mare and Foal Sanctuary

The Mare and Foal Sanctuary, one of the UK’s leading equine welfare charities, is delighted to announce the appointment of Rhodri Samuel as its new Chief Executive. Starting in the role this week, Rhodri will bring dynamic leadership and a wealth of experience to advance the charity’s mission of rescuing...