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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...
Cat found with fractured jaw finds his happily ever after
A young cat who was discovered with a fractured jaw, has now found the purrfect new home.
The ginger feline was first discovered by a member of the public near Wembley Park in North West London in February this year.
The two-year old named Simba, looked like he had been involved...
Two thirds of people feel uncomfortable asking for time off after...
A survey has revealed that nearly two thirds of people felt uncomfortable asking their boss for time off when their pet died.
In line wth Grief Awareness Day, a survey of 1000 workers carried out for Cats Protection found that 73% of pet owners fell it can be as difficult...
Mum and pups found dumped in Rugby
The RSPCA is investigating after a mother and her three puppies were found abandoned in Rugby within days of each other.
An emaciated brindle puppy was found in Pinfold Street on Sunday night (19 August) by a member of the public who contacted the dog warden the following day.
The puppy,...
Cotswold RAW dispelling the tripe about tripe
Premium dog food brand, Cotswold RAW are dispelling the negativity surrounding tripe, a key ingredient in their range.
As leading exponents of well-rounded, nutritionally-primed pet food, there was never any question of a rural orientated operation like Cotswold RAW seeing tripe in anything but a positive light.
The vibrant Badsey operation...
Two transformed pooches looking for new homes
Dogs Trust Snetterton is celebrating the remarkable progress that two of its challenging residents have made.
Dave the Beagle and Tim the Terrier Cross, both aged four, came into the rehoming centre with a number of behavioural issues that the charity has been working hard on.
The pair have done so...
Electric shock collars for pets to be banned
The government has announced that electric training collars for dogs and cats are to be banned under new legislation.
Remote controlled electronic training collars (e-collars) have a remote device that triggers an electronic pulse, which can be varied in strength, while others may spray a noxious chemical.
As well as being...
Dogs Trust Evesham appeal for home for loving mum
Dogs Trust Evesham is hoping to find a loving new home for a doggie mum after watching her seven healthy pups head off to their forever homes.
Two-year-old Lurcher Rosie arrived at the Wickhamford centre in May after being found as a heavily pregnant stray and was placed in temporary...
RSPCA warning after three cats die of suspected antifreeze poisoning
The RSPCA is appealing for information following the deaths of three pets in a Leicestershire town.
The animal welfare charity has issued a warning to cat owners in a Leicestershire town after three pets died from suspected antifreeze poisoning within days of each other.
Kelly Braund of Mill Lane, in Earl...
Cardiff Muddy Dog Challenge raises over £51,000 for Battersea
Last weekend saw over 400 animal lovers and their dogs take part in Battersea Dogs & Cats Home Muddy Dog Challenge in Cardiff.
The event took place at Coedarhydyglyn Park in Cardiff and was made up of 17 obstacles suitable for both humans and four-legged friends with an option of...
Pets go free for National Dog Day with Mulberry Cottages
To help dog owners to celebrate National Dog Day, boutique holiday lettings agency, Mulberry Cottages is offering free pet stays on all bookings made on 26 August.
To take advantage of the offer, guests simply need to quote ‘NATIONALDOGDAY when making their booking to ensure their four-legged friend doesn’t miss...
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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...
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