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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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RSPCA rescue 25 poorly cats and kittens left abandoned in a...

The RSPCA were called to rescue 25 cats and kittens who had been abandoned in a dingy flat in Merseyside. The animal welfare charity was responding to concerns about the pets who were left in a rented property in Birkenhead when the owners had moved out. Once there rescuers were shocked...
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Dogs Trust help welcome canine customers at MINI showrooms

Dogs Trust has supported premium car brand MINI to provide dog-friendly showrooms, ready to welcome customers with four-legged friends, in the UK. Over the past year, the UK’s largest canine welfare charity, Dogs Trust, has rolled-out their comprehensive dog-friendly training programme across 131 MINI retailers throughout the nation. The...
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Agria partners with Adam Henson to launch new pet podcast –...

A new podcast ‘All Ears with Agria Pet Insurance’ has launched today to help pet parents navigate the remarkable yet challenging journey they go through with their furry friends. Hosted by one of the best-known Cotswolds farmers and rural TV presenters in the UK, Adam Henson, and curated by the...
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Can you help RSPCA save lives of sick puppies?

RSPCA Essex South, Southend and District branch took in three eight-week-old cockerpoo puppies at the end of June who had fallen ill. The pups were rushed to vets where they were diagnosed with parvovirus - a highly contagious and deadly virus that attacks the intestines. Huey, Louie and Chloe were taken...
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Fulham dog owner shines light on desperate pet owners in crisis...

Mayhew launches a new campaign to raises awareness for their Pet Refuge scheme which provides temporary shelter for pets of people facing a crisis. When 72-year-old Robert Ely from Fulham was told by doctors in December 2021 that he could finally have a date for hip replacement surgery, his main...
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Top tips for staycation-ing with your dog this summer!

Flight delays and cancellations are still wreaking havoc on plans for breaks abroad, but Brits aren’t letting that dampen their holiday spirit! With the summer months just around the corner; families across the country are gearing up for some well-deserved adventures, exploring the culture and beauty spots we have right...
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Abusive behaviour towards pets linked with domestic abuse in act guidance

Dogs Trust, has welcomed guidance produced alongside the Domestic Abuse Act formally recognising certain types of behaviour towards pets as an example of domestic abuse, highlighting ways in which pets can be used as a tool by perpetrators. The landmark Domestic Abuse Act received Royal Assent in 2021, providing much...
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See nutravet at DogFest Yorkshire

Following two successful shows this summer at DogFest, Nutravet will also be exhibiting at DogFest Yorkshire in September. This was Nutravet's first year at DogFest and the team were delighted to meet so many pet owners and their pooches. DogFest welcomes over 150,000 visitors each year with fun dog shows, stunning...
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Dog-friendly Cheshire: the best attractions, hotels, pubs, and gardens to visit...

Is Cheshire the most dog-friendly county? With an abundance of working dogs in the countryside, it certainly has a shared history with our furry friends, and hospitality operators are keen to make the place as dog friendly as possible – whether that’s a fireside bed in a pub, a special...
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Here comes the sun: Top tips to help pets chill out

Summer’s here and the temperature is rising, which means we’ll all be eager to enjoy some time outdoors with our pets, but sometimes our furry friends need a little help to stay cool. Dr Samantha Butler-Davies, Veterinary Clinical Services Manager at Vets4Pets, said: “Pets love to have fun in 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...