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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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Christmas has come early with LondonCats Worldwide

After the success of their first socially distanced live show that took place in October, LondonCats Worldwide will be treating us to more live shows in December. LondonCats had originally planned to host a live show in November, followed by one in December, however due to the national lockdown,...
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Lily’s Kitchen and Dogs Trust unite

Lily’s Kitchen and Dogs Trust have announced a two-year partnership beginning this autumn in support of the charity’s ‘Change the tale’ campaign. Both Lily’s Kitchen and Dogs Trust share a mission to support all dogs to live happy and healthy lives and look forward to what promises to be a...
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Four kittens found huddled together in box

Four kittens were found abandoned and huddled together in a box in South Yorkshire. A member of the public found the kittens dumped in some bushes of the High Street in Doncaster on Monday (16 November) and took them home before calling the RSPCA. A spokesperson for the animal welfare charity...
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The five best winter dog walks in the UK

Brits are spending more time than ever in the great outdoors, and walks have become the go-to activity for many. And whilst we might be approaching winter, this doesn’t mean that we have to hang up our walking boots – especially not if you have a dog. For anyone looking to...
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Animal lovers are being warned about ‘Petfishing’ this Christmas

The UK’s Chief Veterinary Officer is urging people to do research before getting a puppy or kitten to avoid being lured in by deceitful sellers. The price of puppies has more than doubled during lockdown according to the online marketplace Pets4Homes. The UK’s Chief Vet has raised concerns about the risk...
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Rescue cat wins competition after undergoing transformation

A Devon Rex cat who attacked people if they got too close after being rescued from horrible conditions, has undergone an amazing transformation and won an RSPCA competition. Mishka, the 15-year old Devonshire Rex cat was rescued by the RSPCA in 2011 after she had been living in one room...
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Pet food manufacturer surprises Wigan charity with Christmas delivery

Pet food manufacturer MPM has donated 100s of Christmas selection boxes for pets, to Wigan-based charity The Brick for families in need this Christmas. The Brick distributes Christmas hampers every year to families across Wigan and Leigh Borough and the charity will once again be delivering hundreds of hampers this...
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New 2021 date for Crufts announced

The Kennel Club has announced today that Crufts 2021 will take place next year on the new dates of 15-18 July at the NEC, Birmingham. Crufts, which will be celebrating its 130th anniversary, was due to take place om 11 014 March 2021, but with much of the UK in...
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Antibiotic resistance and pets

To mark World Antibiotics Awareness Week (18-24 November), PDSA vets are highlighting antibiotics resistance in pets. Antibiotics are essential medications used to treat or prevent bacterial infection. However, there is growing concern over resistance to antibiotics in bacteria found in both humans and other animals, which can affect treatments provided...
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Sweet Sixteen celebrations for brave Bonnie

A rescue dog once dubbed by the press as the ‘wimpiest dog in the UK’ has celebrated her 16th birthday this month at home with her owner Louisa Murphy. Anxious cross breed Bonnie was once afraid of the dark, telephones, doorbells and other dogs barking, she was scared to be left...
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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...