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Nutravet Introduces Three NEW Health Chews for Dogs

Nutravet is thrilled to announce three new health chews specially designed for dogs, adding to their trusted range of NutracalmÂź, NutraquinÂź, and NutracoatÂź products. These tasty, easy-to-give chews provide daily support in three key areas of dog wellness: joint health, skin and coat care, and stress relief. Made with hydrolysed...
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The UK cities with the most dog-friendly working facilities

With more people becoming dog owners over the last year it's understandable that new 'pawrents' may be concerned about leaving their four-legged friends at home when they return the work. That’s why there is an increased demand for dog-friendly working facilities. In fact, over the past year, Google Searches for...
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‘Scaredy cat’ Harry is now feeling much more confident and ready...

A nervous stray cat who was rescued after he was found with a nasty abscess on his face is now looking to find his fur-ever home. Harry came into the care of the RSPCA Great Ayton Animal Centre in Middlesbrough in January after being rescued by Animal Rescue Officer (ARO)...
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Carbon negative dog treats – upcycled from craft brewery leftovers

New dog treats launched, which aim to be good for your dog and good for the planet. BrewBix makes healthy dog treats upcycled from craft brewery leftovers. It minimised and measured its carbon pawprint, and then offset twice that amount. This means that its customers are helping to remove carbon...
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Furless Felix is looking for her fur-ever home after four months...

Felix was bald, covered in scabs, underweight and living in poor conditions when she was rescued by the RSPCA from a multi-cat household. She came into the care of the RSPCA Warrington, Halton and St Helen’s branch four months ago after being rescued by an RSPCA inspector. Sadly, the five year...
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Pamper your four-legged friend with a new Christmas spa treatment

The nation’s dogs can prepare to be preened and pampered ahead of the Christmas break, with the launch of the new luxury spa treatment from The Groom Room at Pets at Home. Available until 31st December for just £10 extra per dog with any grooming service, the new Christmas Spa...
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Reality bites as research uncovers half of owners underestimate cost of...

A survey of 1,000 British pet owners has shown that ownership costs £1,340 a year on average, equating to £16,080 and £17,420 over a dog’s and cat’s lifetime respectively. Over half (53%) of owners admit they underestimated the cost of having a pet . The study, commissioned by Forbes Advisor, follows...
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Pretty Little Thing launch dog advent calendar

The Christmas countdown is just around the corner, and why should we leave our beloved little pets out of it? Like any pet owner knows, your dog is another member of the family - so why wouldn't they need a little countdown to Christmas treat too? Online fashion brand, PrettyLittleThing...
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Dogs Trust goes ‘bark’ to school to help children stay safe...

Dogs Trust is offering Worcestershire primary schools free workshops and assemblies to help children learn how they can live happily and safely alongside dogs. The ‘Be Dog Smart’ workshops aimed at 7–11-year-olds focus on helping children understand what safe and appropriate behaviour around their own dogs is, as well as dogs they may come across when they are out and about. Dogs Trust Education Officer for Worcestershire, Charlotte Paddock, says: “I am absolutely delighted...
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Vets urge owners to keep cold & flu medication away from...

PDSA has issued an urgent warning to dog owners about storing cold and flu medication safely this winter after a puppy needed emergency treatment after swallowing ibuprofen. Six-month-old Lilly the Labrador cross was saved with the help of vet charity PDSA, and pet emergency service Vets Now, at the...
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Pawfect gifts for your furry friend this Christmas

Christmas is on its way , so why not truly spoil your four-legged friend with the pawfect gift from Teddy Maximus. Stop here Santa Paws! Teddy Maximus have launched their personalised Christmas stockings (from £34.50)- the pawfect treat for your pooch who deserves to be totally spoilt this festive season. And don't...
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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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Urgent warning for dog owners ahead of Road Safety Week

Crossing the road carefully and avoiding collisions is just common sense to humans, we don’t give it a second thought. For dogs, however, it’s not that simple.  Internal data from dog insurance provider, Animal Friends Pet Insurance shows that the autumn months are the most dangerous for animal road accidents, with the final...