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Dogs Trust partners with Magic Classical for the perfect canine calming Bonfire...

Ahead of next week’s Bonfire Night, Magic Classical radio has teamed up with the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, to provide the perfect playlist to help calm dogs that find the noise of fireworks distressing.   Magic Classical’s Calming Pet Sounds, in partnership with Dogs Trust, includes Pachelbel’s Canon,...
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New cat toy proves to be three times the fun for...

Catit Play has launched a new 3-in-1-circuit toy, which provides your cat with hours of fun. The new Catit toy, which includes Catnip to stimulate your cat’s playtime even more, can provide maximum enjoyment whilst taking up little room in your home. There are three options available for cat owners to...
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Do pets hold the key to our mental wellbeing?

Mental health and pets are regularly linked as animals can offer companionship to those who need it most. As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from 14th to 20th May, Argos Pet Insurance highlights the benefits of pet ownership. A sense of purpose Pets require a regular routine. Everyday tasks...
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PDSA encourage pet owners to bush up on dental care for...

Pet dental diseases are a common problem for many pets, so pet charity, PDSA are raising awareness of pet dental care during National Smile Month. National Smile Month takes place from 14 May to 14 June and it’s vital that pet owners ensure their pets pearly whites are kept nice...
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Dogs Trust in Essex get set for annual fun day

Dogs Trust Basildon will be holding their annual fun day on Sunday 13 May at Barleylands Far, Showground in Billericay, Essex. The doggie fun day, which will run from 11am to 4pm will include a huge range of activities such as their fun dog show with categories, including ‘Golden Oldies’,...
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RSPCA launch investigation after extremely skinny dog had to be put...

The RSPCA has launched an investigation after an extremely skinny dog was abandoned in Staffordshire. Despite receiving veterinary treatment following her ordeal, the female adult Lurhcer had to be put to sleep due to serious health concerns. The black Lurcher was found by a member of the public on the B5014...
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Dog owners face £75 fine for walking their dog on the...

Dog lovers could face hefty fines if they are caught walking their dog on beaches across the UK as restrictions come into force this month. Summer restrictions have been put in place on some coastal beaches around the UK and owners could face a £75 fine if they don’t stick...
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100th homeless dog rehomed through doggie fostering scheme

Dogs Trust Manchester are celebrating finding their 100th homeless hound her forever home through their doggie fostering scheme. Pomeranian Cross, Whitney has become the 100th dog who had been cared for by a Home from Home forest carer whilst waiting for her new family. After spotting the nine-year old pooch on...
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Stray cat still waiting for a home after two years

An unlucky four-year old cat is still looking for his forever home, after waiting over two years. Magnum arrived at London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew as an injured stray in March 2016 and has Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV). The gorgeous ginger and white cat was discovered by a member of the...
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RSPCA issue neutering advice after collecting litter of six-week-old kittens

The RSPCA is urging cat owners to get their pets neutered after collecting five kittens that were abandoned in a Moses basket in Surrey. A woman contacted the animal welfare charity on 23 April after finding a Moses basket in Ashford with five tiny kittens inside. Animal welfare officer (AWO) Carl...
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PDSA highlight importance of vaccinating pets

PDSA are highlighting to pet owners the importance of vaccinating against preventable deadly diseases. Millions of family pets are at risk from killer diseases because they are missing out on simple vaccinations. Preventable diseases such as parvovirus, leptospirosis and feline leukemia can cause widespread deaths, say vets. Diseases prevalent in wild...
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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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Whiz-Pup! Dogs Trust issues firework advice for owners 

Research from Dogs Trust has revealed that almost half of the UK’s dogs are affected by fireworks, and with displays expected across the country over the next few days, the UK’s leading dog welfare charity has issued advice to owners to help them support their canine companions through firework...