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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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Cat is reunited with family after FOUR years thanks to microchip

The RSPCA has reunited a family with their cat who went missing four years ago after she was found struggling to breathe just half a mile from where they used to live. RSPCA Inspector Elizabeth Boyd was contacted on 3 August to rescue a cat which had been found near...
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Five ways to keep your furry friends safe from unexpected dangers...

As we approach the last week of summer, many people are still enjoying the warmer weather and spending some much-needed time outdoors with our furry friends. For those lucky to have one, we might like to think of our gardens as our own little haven – but the same doesn’t...
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Four cats a day suffer at the hands of humans, new...

New figures released by the RSPCA show that on average around four cats are deliberately harmed every single day across England and Wales. Despite being one of the most popular pets, 14,825 incidents of deliberate cruelty towards cats have been recorded by the animal welfare charity over the last five...
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Only 7% of Brits have tried the food they feed their...

New research by Butternut Box has revealed that 25% of dog owners have considered tasting their dog’s food - but only 7% have actually tried it themselves. The findings, unveiled today by Butternut Box, the leading fresh dog food subscription service in Europe, follow the brand’s recent social experiment in...
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The Lily’s Kitchen’s Christmas range is back for our festive four-legged...

Lily’s Kitchen has announced that its limited-edition Christmas range is back and better than ever. Pets quite rightly sit at the heart of the family, so whilst pet parents are indulging in festive treats, why not treat our four-legged friends to Christmas goodies of their own. Alongside the much-loved advent calendars...
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Animal lover takes on marathon challenge to help animals most in...

An animal lover from West Sussex will don his running shoes and take part in Brighton Marathon this September to raise vital funds for the RSPCA. Joseph Wood, who lives in Horsham in West Sussex, decided to take on the marathon challenge to raise funds for the RSPCA as he...
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Dogs Trust Cardiff seeks doggy foster ‘pawrents’

Dogs Trust Cardiff is looking for local dog lovers to open up their homes and hearts by volunteering to foster a dog whilst they wait to be adopted.   The team is looking to recruit foster carers who live within an hour’s drive of the centre and who have a variety of home set ups, but are especially looking...
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Tips to help reduce back to school separation anxiety for dogs

After enjoying some extended family time during the summer, when your children go back to school some dogs can develop separation anxiety. Changes in routine can have a real impact on your pet and can lead to stress and anxiety. This can lead to changes in your dog’s behaviour, which...
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How can you protect your dog during a trip to the...

Summer is the perfect time to head to the nearest beach with your dog and family. But to make your day a relaxing experience, there are a few things to keep in mind. Tailored dog food brand tails.com has issued a helpful list of things to bear in mind if...
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Celebrate National Dog Day with a stay at Citadines South Kensington

Celebrate National Dog Day (26th August 2021) and head to one of London’s most exclusive postcodes with your four-legged friend in tow. Citadines South Kensington is close to some of the city’s most beautiful parks and green spaces, including the idyllic Kensington Gardens, Hyde Park and Kensington Palace, perfect 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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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...