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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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The Kennel Club launches videos to help owners get active with...

With Crufts returning to Birmingham this week, the Kennel Club has unveiled a series of ‘Getting started in…’ videos. The interactive videos show dog-lovers how they can get involved in a range of activities with their canine companion. The videos span agility – made up of various obstacle for your dog...
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Terrier cross has waited nearly 500 days for new home

A Terrier cross who came into the care of the RSPCA when his owner sadly passed away has been waiting 437 days to find his forever home. Diefer arrived in the care of RSPCA Sheffield Animal Centre on 21st December 2018 when his owner died and was very anxious when...
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Five-week old kittens left in food waste bin

The RSPCA is investigating after two tiny kittens were found huddled up together in a locked food waste bin in Hampshire. RSPCA Inspector Hannah Nixon was called to Lorne Road, Southsea on Saturday (29 February) after a member of public came home to find two little kittens shut inside his...
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Vets warning after Spaniel finds himself in the doghouse after stealing...

An Aberdeenshire vet is warning dog owners to keep medications out of reach after a greedy Spaniel needed emergency treatment. Jack, a mischievous one-year old Sprocker, had to be rushed to Donview Veterinary Centre in Inverurie after eating a box of human anti-inflammatory pain killers called naproxen. Naproxen, a common medicine...
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Unlucky rescue cat’s search for new home continues

A young cat has turned another year older while she waits at Battersea for someone to decide she is The One to take her home with them. In a bittersweet twist, the unlucky in love cat’s second birthday fell on Valentine’s Day, so staff threw Monique a party in the...
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Lucy’s Law: Vets reveal the true cost of puppy and kitten...

The government launches a new campaign urging people to take simple steps to research sellers before buying a puppy or a kitten. Pet lovers duped into buying sick puppies and kittens by deceitful sellers could be faced with up to £5000 in additional vet bills within the first year of...
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Webbox Naturals is looking for a canine dog food taster

A natural dog food company is looking for the ‘paw-fect’ candidate for their converted ‘Dog Food Taster’ role. The successful ‘canine-didate’ will receive a year’s worth of food and in return ill need to send a video review or blog every month, reviewing the food and detailing vital information such...
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‘Wobbly’ dog with rare genetic mutation searches for special home

RSPCA staff taking care of a dog who hops and skips on walks – due to an extremely rare condition – are hoping to find him a special home. One-year old Staffordshire Bull terrier Winston was diagnosed with the unusual double mutation of L2hga or L-2-hydroxyglutaric aciduria – a deliberating...
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New look Fish4Dogs treat packs ‘say what they do on the...

Fish4Dogs treats range has gone through a brand refresh to show customers ‘what they do on the bag’. The extensive treats range has been categorised into four groups, Dental, Love, Support+ and Training – helping customers decide on which treats may be best used for a particular purpose. Jo Mulgrew, Head...
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Revealed: Top 10 UK ‘pet-friendly’ cities for renters

New research has revealed that Southampton is officially the pet-friendliest city in the UK for those wishing to ret with pets. The study, conducted by UK-based insurance broker Towergate Insurance, analysed 25 major UK cities against 10 various criteria points to determine the most ‘pet-friendly’ locations for renters and their...
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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...