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Battersea’s Purr Minister race returns with fresh faces and feling ‘manifurstos’

Across the UK, cats are clawing their way to the top as Battersea’s long-running Purr Minister competition returns. Established as a light-hearted event, this contest offers MPs and peers the opportunity to put forward their most loyal feline friends, each one hoping to claim the prestigious title of Purr...
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Blue Cross calls for people to ditch fireworks this NYE, as...

Animal charity, Blue Cross is urging people not to let off fireworks this New Year’s Eve, as pet owners lay bare the extent of suffering loud bangs causes our four-legged friends. As a difficult year for everyone comes to a close, it is understandable that the British public will be...
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Dachshund puppies cared for over Christmas have now found their forever...

A litter of nine dachshund puppies and their mum, which were cared for by the RSPCA last Christmas, have now landed on their paws in their forever homes. Olive and her puppies were in the care of RSPCA Halifax, Huddersfield, Bradford and Distract branch in the run up to Christmas...
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What does Brexit mean for travelling abroad with your pets?

As the UK prepares for the next stage of Brexit, the RSPCA is reminding pet owners to check the new rules for travelling with pets next year. The UK now has Part 2 listed status under the EU Pet Travel Scheme and this means that from 1 January 2021 you’ll...
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Kennel club issues warning as data suggests thousands of dogs at...

Following the 2020 rise in dog ownership and worrying statistics which show December brings a number of doggy dangers, The Kennel Club offers advice to keep dogs safe this festive season. New data released by The Kennel Club shows that dogs were 86% more likely to poison themselves in December...
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Brits set to spend £125m on Christmas gifts for dogs after...

According to new research by American Express Shop Small, dog-owners across Britain are set to spend over £125 million on Christmas gifts and treats for their dogs this year. The poll found that 82% of dog owners say their pet “kept them going” during lockdowns this year with a further...
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The top festive pet names in the UK this Christmas

See where your pet’s festive name ranks as Agria Pet Insurance share the top Christmassy cat and dog names in the UK. Holly is by far the most popular festive dog name with more than double the number of Holly’s compared with Christmas position two, Elsa. ‘Holly’ and ‘Elsa’ are...
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Pet food brand donates over 45,000 meals to homeless pets this...

Popular dog and cat food brand, HiLife has donated over 45,000 meals to feed homeless pets this Christmas. The charities were nominated by the recent competition winners from HiLife’s popular social media giveaways. HiLife was proud to provide three deserving charities, including The Cat Welfare Group and Flori’s Friends Rescue, each...
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Dogs Trust brings festive cheer to dog owners in Devon who...

Dogs Trust is once more bringing some festive cheer to dogs and their owners who are experiencing homelessness or living in housing crisis this Christmas. The UK’s largest dog welfare charity, which has a rehoming centre in Ilfracombe, has been running its unique Hope Project for over 25 years. Throughout the...
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Battersea warns pet owners of toxic festive food this Christmas

Tucking into mince pies, advent calendars and a turkey dinner are all part of the fun at Christmas – but Battersea is advising pet owners to be careful when planning a festive feast. Some human foods can be toxic to dogs and cats and in most extreme cases, some foods...
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RSPCA’s Christmas film shows how pets have been a lifeline during...

The RSPCA has launched its Christmas video with a moving story showing how pets have helped tackle loneliness and isolation during a tough year. The heart-warming film, which features Backstreet Boys’ hit As Long As You Love Me, touches on the difficulties many have faced in recent months, following the...
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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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Bella + Duke announces new brand platform as market soars

Leading pet food company commits to getting a nation of pets off ultra processed diets with new brand positioning focusing on health and wellbeing. With an estimated 26 million cats and dogs in UK households, Bella + Duke is stepping up for pet lovers everywhere with a fresh brand platform...