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Christmas leftovers leave Labrador on emergency drip

A dog owner from Aberdeen is warning owners to keep chocolate away from pets this festive period, after her family’s Labrador was rushed to the vets for emergency treatment. “My daughter had been given a couple of boxes of chocolate for Christmas,” explains dog owner Louise Ritchie, “and, with amazing...
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RSPCA rehabilitates dog on the brink of death

The RSPCA is caring for a cocker spaniel who was found emaciated and unable to stand with a wound around her neck. The dog warden from the local authority found five-year old Maisie collapsed at the side of the road in Hounslow and contacted the RSPCA. The poor dog was...
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Battersea launches online baking series

Social media is full of pictures of freshly baked banana bread, chocolate cake and Victoria sponges as people across the UK take up baking in quarantine. Battersea Dogs and Cats Home has also jumped on the baking bandwagon – but staff at the charity have been focusing on treats that...
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Top tips to keep your pets safe during isolation this Easter

As 73% of pet owners admit to being aware of the dangers Easter can bring, Natures Menu’s veterinary team share their tips. Natures Menu, the UK’s number one for raw and natural pet food is reminding owners to keep their chocolate out of paws’ reach this Easter, as three quarters...
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RSPCA reassures cat owners during coronavirus crisis

The RSPCA is encouraging cat owners to take sensible precautions during the coronavirus crisis but urges them there is no need to worry about continuing to care for their cats. The charity is aware that owners are concerned about their pets during these challenging times and the impact coronavirus can...
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New data shows our dogs are getting more exercise than before

As households across the UK adjust to the new sanctions restricting outdoor activity, it seems that this has had a delightfully positive outcome for the nation’s dogs. Amid concerns that the restrictions would negatively impact on their dog’s health, owners have been finding creative ways to top up their pup’s...
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Think outside the box: Keep your dog occupied during National Pet...

With the nation’s dog owners set to spend National Pet Month (April 1 to May 10) indoors, Dogs Trust shares their tips to keep their dogs happy with simple household items. Jenna Kiddie, Head of Canine Behaviour at Dogs Trust, said: “We understand that owners may be looking for ways...
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Barking Heads partners with charities Blue Cross and The Trussell Trust

Barking Heads partners with Blue Cross and The Trussell Trust to support vulnerable pet owners during the Covid-19 crisis. Natural and ethical dog food brand, Barking Heads has partnered with Blue Cross to help support vulnerable pet owners affected by the current coronavirus crisis. In collaboration with The Trussell Trust, which...
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RSPCA received more than 5,000 reports about rabbits last year

The RSPCA is shining a light on the plight of the Easter bunny as the charity received more than 5,000 reports about rabbits in 2019. The typical image of the Easter bunny means that rabbits are more popular at this time of year and parents have found themselves buying a...
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The Big Bakes launches online baking tutorials for simple bake at...

The Big Bakes team are helping dog owners across the nation turn Barking into Baking with their new free online classes as part of a new mini-series. The Big Bakes is the UK’s first and only live baking competition, where guests take part in live bake-off events in fully decked...
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Today Government bans third-party sales in bid to crackdown on illegal...

RSPCA welcomes Lucy’s Law as charity reveals it investigated almost 30,000 puppy trade complaints over the last decade. Today (Monday 6 April) marks the day that the UK government bans commercial third-party sales of puppies and kittens in England. The RSPCA reveals that it has looked into almost 30,000 complaints...
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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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Santa Paws: Research reveals dogs love Christmas just as much as...

With just two weeks until Christmas, new research has revealed that over a third of the nation’s dog owners (41%) believe their furry friend loves Christmas more than they do. Over a quarter (28%) even believe their pooch recognises Santa Claus. So much so, that various Santa’s Grottos across the...