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Man in court for hunting with dogs and treating injuries himself

A man has been handed a suspended prison sentence and disqualified from keeping dogs after using his terriers to hunt wildlife and treating their injuries at home himself. Peter Bewsher of Greendykes, Egremont, Cumbria, was in court on Tuesday (6 November) after three dogs were rescued by theĀ RSPCAas part of...
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Why feeding your cat a species-specific raw diet is purr-fect for...

ā€ÆAs pet owners we constantly learn more and more about how to better fuel our own bodies to keep fit and healthy, so why should it be any different for our pets?ā€Æ Our pets are important family members, but it's important we donā€™t humanise them in a way that...
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Vulnerable breeds finalists at Crufts 2022 announced

The names of the dogs which will compete in the final of the Kennel Club Vulnerable British and Irish Breeds Competition at Crufts 2022 have been announced. The competition is the only one of its kind in the UK, raising awareness of Britain and Irelandā€™s rare native dog breeds and...
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PDSA highlight why neutering is important for protecting pets

If you recently introduced a new pet to the family, you may be considering having them neutered to prevent unplanned pregnancies or unwanted behaviours. Neutering Ā offers many benefits for your pet and can improve their overall quality of life. Ā  PDSA Vet Nurse, Nina Downing, said: ā€œNeutering a pet is...
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How to keep your dog safe and happy during a storm

With Storm Dennis due to hit the UK this weekend, Dogs Trust is providing tips and advice to keep your four-legged friends happy and safe. Catherine Dobbie, Veterinary Surgeon at Dogs Trust said: ā€œExtreme weather and thunderstorms can be distressing for dogs. Signs to look out for include pacing around...
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Member of the Senedd meets VIPS (Very Important Pooches) during visit...

Waggy tails all round as Member of the Senedd meets VIPS (Very Important Pooches) during visit to Dogs Trust Cardiff. Member of the Senedd for South East Wales, Natasha Asghar, visited Dogs Trust Cardiff last week (Thursday 10th February) and was greetedā€Æby waggingā€Ætails from the pooches looking for new homes. It...
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HiLife offers pet parents a special discount for National Love Your...

February is all about spreading the love, and with National Love Your Pet Day approaching, leading pet food brand HiLife is going all out to celebrate our wonderful four-legged friends across the UK. Starting from National Love Your Pet Day on 20th February, EVERY cat and dog owner can use...
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Dogs who had never been inside or seen collars before search...

A pair of big, fluffy Alaskan Malamutes are hoping to find their forever homes after spending 10 months in RSPCA care. Six-year-old Joe and eight-year-old Zac were rescued in April 2021. Theyā€™d been living at a site in Wales as part of a pack of 20 dogs and RSPCA staff...
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Doggy Baking Co. makes FINAL for Gift of the Year 2022

Greg Fraser, Founder of The Bottled Baking Co., had always joked about launching a range of DIY bakes for dogs. So when April Fool's Day came around, he saw it as the perfect opportunity to prank their 15,000+ followers. April first is always full of ridiculous pranks from brands on...
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Battersea dog celebrates 200 days with Valentine’s date- but nobody comes

An unlucky in love Mongrel named Luke has celebrated being in the care of Battersea Brands Hatch for over 200 days this Valentineā€™s Day, but so far hasnā€™t been able to find ā€˜The Oneā€™. To mark the occasion, staff threw the five-year-old a special Valentineā€™s Day date in the hope...
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Brits spend nearly 900 hours cleaning up after their muddy dog...

UK dog owners spend nearly 70-hours a year cleaning up after their muddy canine friends, equating to 876 hours, or 36 days, during the average dogā€™s lifespan. A survey of 2,000 dog owners by Jeep reveals approximately one hour 20-minutes a week is spent cleaning up after muddy pups, whether...
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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 itā€™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 ā€“ 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, itā€™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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24-hour school sports day with a difference in aid of dogs...

Whilst all eyes might be on Pudsey Bear this Children in Need, a staff member from Maidstone Grammar School will have another furry-friend in his mind on the big day (15 November) as he tackles a 24-hour sporting challenge for dogs in need.Ā  Rhys Williams, Student Services Manager at the...