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Burgess Pet Care brings back Greyhound and Lurcher two-week takeover for...

Thousands of pounds worth of support for dog rescue centres across the UK has been guaranteed as Burgess Pet Care brings back its Greyhound and Lurcher Two-Week Takeover.  The campaign, spanning the passionate independent company’s social media channels, will run from January 27 to February 9, featuring real life stories...
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On your marks, get set, walk! Battersea’s Walk for Rescue challenge...

This September animal welfare charity, Battersea, is inviting animal lovers across the UK to pick up their leads and put on their trainers and take part in Walk for Rescue. A virtual walking challenge that dog owners can take on with their canine companion by their side - to raise...
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Dogs Trust encourages dog owners to go ‘Bark to School’ as...

As millions of children across the country return to the classroom after the summer break, Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, is encouraging dog owners to head Bark to School with their pups in a bid to reduce the number of dogs potentially being handed into rehoming...
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Paleo Ridge received groundbreaking new accreditation

Paleo Ridge, producer of high-quality raw dog food, today announces the business has been RawSAFE certified, becoming a founding accreditee of the new audit specifically designed to ensure the highest possible standards in the raw feeding industry. Partly owned by the Raw Feeding Veterinary Society (RFVS), the RawSAFE accreditation has...
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Police Dogs on paw-trol at Commonwealth Games were cared for by...

Now that the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham are over, the team at Dogs Trust Kenilworth can reveal that its Rehoming Centre was used to accommodate and care for some of the police search dogs deployed at the games. After two years of meticulous planning between West Midlands Police and the...
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Dog’s leg amputated after breaking twice

A dog who was found straying with a broken leg is getting used to life as a tripod after vets had to amputate her leg. Saluki Sandy was found by a member of the public loose near the A46 in Lincoln in July and the dog warden was called. She...
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‘Incredible suffering’ exposed as new research reveals rogue world of dog...

Shocking new research has revealed an explosion in rogue breeding of puppies with health and behavioural problems who can no longer be adequately looked after by their owners, as the cost of living continues to soar. This has led dog welfare organisation The Kennel Club to issue a stark warning...
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A new brainteaser competition asks Brits to find the golden retriever...

It takes Brits nearly 9 minutes on average to find the golden retriever in this brainteaser – how do you fare? Fancy winning overnight accommodation and two tickets for two to spend the day surrounded by golden retrievers? As one of the nation’s favourite dog breeds, dog-friendly holiday letting specialists...
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Unwanted cat inundated with offers of homes from as far away...

An unwanted black cat who had been in rescue in the West Midlands for seven months without a single call or rehoming enquiry was inundated with offers from potential adopters - including one from America - after the RSPCA put out a special appeal. Zara was the longest-staying feline at...
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Paul O’Grady is the UK’s most wanted ‘Dogparent’ AKA godparent for...

Over a third of dog owners (37%) say they have appointed ‘Dogparents’ for their canine companions, according to new research from Rover.com. According to the findings, 35% have even gone to the effort of specifying the details in their will or having a contract drawn up, so it’s legally binding. As...
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Battersea urge public not to abandon dogs as three tied to...

This International Dog Day (26 August), Battersea is urging the public not to abandon their dogs, as three pets were tied to the front gate of the leading animal welfare charity within just 24 hours. The charity has also seen an increase in people wishing to surrender their pet in...
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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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Paleo Ridge unveils new puppy range: The ultimate start for growing...

Paleo Ridge, the award-winning provider of high-quality raw dog food, is thrilled to announce the launch of their brand-new Paleo Puppy range. Designed to give puppies the best possible start in life, this exciting addition to the popular Paleo Plus range offers optimal nutrition with carefully selected, premium ingredients. Paleo Puppy...