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Cat looking for forever home after cancer scare turns out to...

The RSPCA hopes to find a special home for a sweet and sensitive cat who has now been given the all-clear from cancer after a recent scare. Seven-year-old grey tabby cat Nala came into the care of the RSPCA Hants & Surrey Border Branch in January last year as her owners could no longer...
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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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Nutravet introduce sample pack of Nutraquin+

Natural animal health manufacturer, Nutravet has launched a sample pack of its fast acting high strength joint support for dogs and cats. The sample pack allows pet owners to trial the fast acting nature of Nutraquin+ at a lower cost, with 70% off the RRP and available to buy online...
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Lonely lovebird seeks special soulmate

A lonely lovebird who was found lost flying around a park is looking for a soulmate to pair up with. Iris came into the care of RSPCA Martlesham Animal Centre in Suffolk after she* was found flying around Chantry Park, in Ipswich, on 20 August. Acting centre manager Donna Rich...
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Pupils raise hundreds of pounds for homeless hounds

Dog-loving pupils from Masefield Primary School raised hundreds of pounds for homeless hounds and went along to Dogs Trust Manchester to meet some of the four-legged friends that their money will help. More than 80 pupils from Years Five and Six at the Little Lever school organised fundraising events, with the whole school taking part in a yellow and black non-uniform day, the...
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Top 8 reasons why UK dog owners visit the vet

It’s estimated that over 12 million dogs live in UK homes, and yet, just 3.4 million of these have pet insurance. With a total of 3.2 million households in the UK acquiring a pet since the start of the pandemic, caring for our furry friends' health is more important than...
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A host of celebrities show their love for Battersea Dogs and...

Well-known Battersea friends and supporters were treated to a show-stopping evening of entertainment as they joined adorable rescue dogs at a glittering fundraising event for the world-renowned animal welfare charity at Quaglinos, in central London last night (Thursday 4 November).   Hosted by comedian Sue Perkins, and headlined by singer Mica Paris, ‘the British Queen of Soul’, Battersea Backstage took guests behind the scenes...
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Rescue cat Charles is looking for his fur-ever home after ten...

The RSPCA is hoping to find a loving forever home for rescue cat Charles after he has been in the charity’s care for over ten months. Charles came into the care of the RSPCA Newbrook Farm Animal Centre in Birmingham in January this year as his previous owner could no...
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7 steps to reduce your pet’s carbon pawprints

While we are all looking at ways to contribute to reducing climate change, what can we do to help offset our pet’s carbon pawprints? Janet Hughes, Head of Sustainability at the UK’s first carbon-neutral pet insurer, Agria Pet Insurance, shares some statistics and tips to help our four-legged friends become...
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RSPCA makes a plea to the public to consider neighbouring animals...

The RSPCA is issuing advice ahead of this year's bonfire night for people to consider their neighbours when planning private firework displays. This year the RSPCA has for the first time set up a reporting page online for concerned animal owners to report fireworks issues to the charity. By November 3...
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The Kennel Club art gallery leads the way in opening up...

An exhibition of 30 original prints by photographer Shirley Baker captures the special relationship dogs have with their humans, with man’s best friend is invited too A unique exhibition: For the Love of Dog/Pour l’amour du Chien, showcasing the work of renowned photographer Shirley Baker, has opened today (4 November)...
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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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Burgess Pet Care brings back Greyhound and Lurcher two-week takeover for...

Thousands of pounds worth of support for dog rescue centres across the UK has been guaranteed as Burgess Pet Care brings back its Greyhound and Lurcher Two-Week Takeover.  The campaign, spanning the passionate independent company’s social media channels, will run from January 27 to February 9, featuring real life stories...