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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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WIN £200 of raw dog food this Rawgust

Family-owned pet store chain Just for Pets have teamed up with Paleo Ridge to offer a £100 prize on both their Facebook and Instagram @justforpetsuk, entering couldn’t be easier! UK Pet Retailer of the Year Just for Pets are also wishing customers a Happy Rawgust in store this August with...
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Natures Menu launches new Chicken Superfood Country Hunter nuggets

Raw pet food brand, Natures Menu has announced a new addition to its well-loved Country Hunter range. The popular range has now been extended to feature a brand-new single protein chicken option, which adds in one of the most popular protein sources in convenient, easy to portion nuggets. Featuring a blend...
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Five expert tips for cycling with your dog

Any keen cyclist knows just how great a good bike ride can be, whether you’re bombing down MTB trails or exploring new gravel routes, there really isn’t anything better than pushing your limits and enjoying the fresh air. So, why not combine the two things you love most: cycling and...
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Vets and animal welfare organisations pen open letter on release of...

Vets and animal welfare organisations have issued an open letter to Warner Bros following the UK release of its animated children’s film, DC League of Super-Pets, which features a dg with ears that look cropped. The full letter can be found below: "Vets and animal welfare organisations in the UK are...
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RSPCA top tips: What to do about barking dogs in your...

The RSPCA receives a lot of calls every year from neighbours who are concerned about barking dogs. The charity, which focuses on rescuing animals who are sick, injured or being badly treated, is asking people who are worried about barking dogs to follow simple steps to help them. Dogs bark...
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Unlucky cat spends 200 days in rescue with not a single...

A beautiful three-year-old cat, who was rescued in Birmingham, along with two of her newborn kittens - one of whom was found dead beside her - has not received a single offer of a home since coming into the RSPCA’s care in January. Volunteers at the charity’s Stafford, Wolverhampton and...
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New study reveals the top UK locations to move to as...

According to PFMA 3.2 million households in the UK acquired a pet during the pandemic. Considering the toll the pandemic has taken on both physical and mental health, it’s no surprise that so many people decided it was a good time to become pet owners. To investigate the top locations...
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Experts guide to feeding our fussy furry friends

Over the years, we’ve become accustomed to our canine friends devouring anything that’s put down in front of them but like ourselves our dogs’ habits can change and they may start becoming a bit more choosy when it comes to mealtimes. Ensuring that you remain calm and create a relaxing...
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Rawgust – A month of raw food for your pet?

Family-owned pet store chain Just for Pets are wishing customers a Happy Rawgust this August with 10% off selected raw dog and cat food brands in store from July 28th to the end of August. UK Pet Retailer of the Year Just for Pets with 22 stores including Chatham Road...
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Top five mistakes pet owners make when taking out pet insurance

Pet ownership levels peaked at an unprecedented high of 62% in 2021/22, likely as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and increased time spent at home. Dr. Anna Foreman, Everypaw Pet Insurance's in-house vet has put together her top five mistakes pet owners make when taking out insurance. 1. Taking out...
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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...