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Agria Pet Insurance teams up with Cheshire dog charity for ‘Rescue...

As part of its ‘Rescue a Rescue’ campaign, Agria has partnered with 11 animal charities and rescue centres across the UK to raise awareness of animals in need of forever homes. One lucky Runcorn-based charity, Cheshire Sighthound Rescue, has been chosen by Agria to receive a £1000 donation and its support...
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A third of Brits spend more on Christmas presents for their...

Christmas is fast approaching, which means people will be trying to find the best present for their family and friends. This, of course, includes our pets – from a dog to a rat, they all deserve a treat! Gathering the public’s spending habits, dog-friendly holidays specialist, Canine Cottages, has found out...
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It’s a dog’s life for canines left home-alone for more than...

Many of the UK’s 12 million dogs are now being left alone while their owners are at work, with research* revealing 26% of those with owners under 50 are now regularly left alone for at least six hours at a time. The survey, carried out by Agria Pet Insurance, found...
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Battersea offers festive advice for pet owners

Many people will be busy getting their homes ready for Christmas this week, with trees to decorate, baubles to buy and lights to go up. However, while Christmastime is great fun for people, it can be a dangerous time for our pets. Leading animal welfare charity, Battersea, is advising pet...
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Win a £50 voucher to feed your pets Natures Menu!

Natures Menu, Europe’s leading expert in raw and natural pet food, is giving away a £50 voucher to five lucky winners, to go towards feeding their beloved four-legged friends. For 40 years, Natures Menu has been creating 100% real, wholesome pet food that is packed full of naturally nourishing ingredients....
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Win £50 to spend with Nature’s Variety

Experts in natural pet food, Nature’s Variety, is giving away £50 worth of online credit for five lucky winners to spend on their treasured furry friends. From its much-loved, innovative Freeze Dried range, to its succulent Meat Boost and Selected Dry products, winners can choose from a variety of premium...
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Dogged determination to learn Welsh

An overlooked rescue dog is being taught Welsh in a bid to find him a happy forever home. Buddy – or Bilingual Buddy as the team have lovingly named him – is being taught training command words in Welsh by his Canine Carer Lizzie Smith, who is learning the language too. After receiving...
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Could these pampered pussycats become your pedigree chums?

The RSPCA’s Hillfield Animal Home in Burton upon Trent is hoping for a feline fairytale this Christmas - a new home for its longest-staying residents. Chesney, a 12-year-old British Shorthair, was once admired at pedigree cat shows, but is believed to have been initially given up for adoption when he...
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The 20 most beautiful winter dog walks in the UK, according...

Delamere Forest in Cheshire is crowned the UK’s most picturesque spot for dog walking, though data reveals that trails, parks and beaches right across the UK make the top 20. Instagram hashtag data has revealed the most beautiful spots among the UK’s top dog-walking trails. Delamere Forest in Cheshire came...
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Frosty and Blizzard are looking to melt hearts and find their...

As the UK enjoys a scattering of snow, two snowy white bunnies Frosty and Blizzard are waiting to find their forever home. Frosty and Blizzard were rescued in Lancashire and came into the care of the RSPCA Leeds, Wakefield and District branch at the end of August. The two Polish rabbits...
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Dog welfare experts warn not to buy flat-faced puppies ahead of...

Vets, academics, responsible breeders and welfare organisations are warning the public about the potential demand for flat-faced puppies in the lead up to Christmas, and urging caution when it comes to puppy buying at this time. Data from Google Trends shows that in the second half of 2020, searches for...
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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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RSPCA commended in two award categories for learning at work programme

The RSPCA has been ‘commended’ by Learning at Work Week 2024 after hosting sessions for staff and volunteers on coaching, wellbeing and inclusivity. The animal welfare charity came third in two categories: Inspiring a Lifelong Learning Culture Impact Award and the Supporting Business and Organisational Goals Impact Award. Learning at Work Week takes place...