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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...
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RSPCA releases new litter figures and warns of increased dangers as...

The RSPCA has received more than 2,600 reports of animals injured or caught in litter over the past five years, new stats released today reveal. The animal welfare charity is urging people who are going out more since lockdown restrictions were eases to ensure they are taking their litter home...
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How to train your pets at home during lockdown

While pet ownership is incredibly rewarding, it is a big responsibility and training your new pet is often challenging even when the nation isn’t living in lockdown. Training is an excellent way to bond with your new pet and they will all benefit from basic training to establish rule and...
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The Young Kennel Club online dog show attracts hundreds of entries...

The Young Kennel Club online dog show has drawn to a conclusion after 17 consecutive days of classes, which attracted more than 1,100 entries from all corners of the UK, culminating in Romeo, a two year-old Cocker Spaniel, owned by Ruby-Mae Brooks from York, being crowned the overall winner. Launched...
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Rescue dog helps her autistic owner with anxiety through lockdown

A rescue dog who nobody wanted found her forever home and now helps her new owner with her autism and anxiety. Cheryl Taylor, from Sutton in Ashfield, Nottinghamshire, adopted five-year old Beauty from the RSPCA’s Chesterfield and North Derbyshire branch in 2017. Once she’d reserved her, she visited to take...
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Help your cat adjust when you go back to work after...

The RSPCA is urging cat owners to prepare their pets for their return to work and the likely change to their lockdown routine. For many of us, life has changed significantly during the Covid-19 lockdown - and it’s also changed for our pets. When the restrictions are lifted, we will...
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Volunteer foster carers go the extra mile for dogs in need

Dogs Trust Canterbury is saying a big thank you to its volunteer doggy foster carers who have continued to go the extra mile for their four-legged friends in recent months. This week (1-7 June) is Volunteers’ Week, an annual celebration of the contribution millions of people make across the UK...
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Helping wildlife in lockdown

What is safe to do in terms of helping wildlife, such as hedgehogs, during lockdown?  While humans are being urged to stay home as much as possible to prevent the spread of COVID-19, it has been wildly reported that Britain’s wildlife is taking back the environment during lockdown. We’ve seen...
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Scorching British weather leaves pet owners facing flea pandemic

As the UK has been experiencing sweltering temperatures of up to 27’C (77F) this week, pet owners have been warned that the hot weather could leave homes at risk of flea infestation. Pets at Home is urging pet owners to regularly check their pets and homes for fleas, as...
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Keeping pets entertained during lockdown

There’s no doubt that for most pet owners, our furry friends are helping us to get through lockdown – but how are our pets faring? With travel and exercise advice varying across the UK, and many of us staying in as much as possible, you might need to find creative...
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PDSA urges animal lovers to support their vital work during coronavirus...

PDSA has launched an urgent appeal for donations so it can continue to care for pets in need during the coronavirus crisis. The leading veterinary charity, which featured on Channel 4s show, Britain’s Unsung Heroes this week is working hard to continue its vital care for family pets during lockdown....
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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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Dog found wandering alone in woods is searching for fresh start

A dog who was found wandering alone in the woods after being abandoned and hit by a car is hoping for a fresh start. Two-year-old crossbreed Raza is finding life in kennels really difficult so RSPCA staff are appealing to find her a loving new home urgently. Raza was taken in by RSPCA Finsbury Park Animal...