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Northumberland dog hit by train after being spooked by fireworks Ā 

A dog owner from Northumberland is urging caution this fireworks season, following the devastating loss of her familyā€™s beloved Bearded Collie.Ā  Michelle Kennedy and her family, from Berwick-upon-Tweed, were devasted after her dad, Michael, left for a walk on Bonfire Night in 2017 with their two Bearded Collies, and only...
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10-year-old dog reunited with his owners on New Year’s Day thanks...

A beloved 10-year-old Toy Poodle, who was brought to Batterseaā€™s London centre after being found wandering the streets alone, has now safely returned home after the charity was able to find his owners thanks to his microchip. Ā  Staff were surprised to see Lammy arrive at their centre in the...
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The veterinary professionals and practices crowned champions in the Burgess Excel...

The organisers of the Burgess Excel Vet Awards, which celebrate the dedication and hard work of veterinary practices and individuals to improving the welfare of the UKā€™s rabbits and guinea pigs, are delighted to announce the 2023 winners and finalists. A judging panel comprising industry experts, veterinary professionals and rabbit...
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RSPCA appeal after emaciated lurcher abandoned and ā€˜left to dieā€™ on...

An emaciated dog who was abandoned on Christmas Day in North Yorkshire was in such an appalling state she was lucky to be found alive. Rosie, a seven-year-old lurcher, was collapsed and barely responsive when she was discovered hidden in a hedgerow at Spen Common Lane near Tadcaster at about...
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Dogs Trust Manchester celebrates first dog of 2024 to find new...

The team at Dogs Trust Manchester have a spring in their step after the New Year got off to the best start possible. No sooner had the doors opened at the Denton-based centre to welcome in 2024 than four-year-old Spaniel Crossbreed, Fran, was wagging her tail in welcome as her...
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The paw-fect New Yearā€™s Resolutions to help pups and the planet

As dog owners embark on a brand-new year, many will curate New Yearā€™s resolutions and then look for ways to put them into practice. Many of us rarely keep our resolutions beyond ā€˜Quitters Dayā€™ on the second Friday in January, which is why Agria Pet Insurance is sharing how combining...
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Healthy pet-food brand launched by ex Made In Chelsea star

Wild Pack is the new healthy pet-food brand founded by Made In Chelsea star Georgia Toffolo. With meals packed withĀ all-natural nutritious raw vegetables, British meat and vitamin-rich ingredients. Wild Pack is calling for dog owners to make a pact with their pets by making a switch to raw food because...
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Budgies abandoned in their cage in Liverpool park just days before...

Two budgies are recovering in RSPCA care after being abandoned at Sefton Park in Liverpool. The birds were found next to their cage after being spotted by a member of the public at about 2.20pm on Monday 18 December. They were successfully caught by animal rescue officer David Mcelwee after the...
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Tree-sy does it! Expert called in by RSPCA rescues cat from...

The RSPCA has thanked a tree surgeon who helped the animal charity rescue a cat stranded near to the top of a giant tree. Seth Masters answered the charityā€™s call and climbed up the 60ft-high fir tree at a property in Townshend Road in Wisbech, Cambridgeshire, to reach the stricken...
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Make a New Year resolution to help cats and owners flee...

A charity which provides free and confidential foster care for pet cats while their owners flee domestic abuse is looking to recruit more volunteer fosterers this January. Cats Protectionā€™s Lifeline service offers temporary care for cats in a home environment, enabling survivors to get to safety knowing their cat will...
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Vet’s warning – donā€™t let the ā€˜January bluesā€™ impact your dog

As the post-festive buzz wears off, the cold weather and short, dark days can lead the ā€˜January bluesā€™ to kick in. But itā€™s important to remember that our dogs still need the same level of care they would any other time of year ā€“ including walks, fresh air, and...
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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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Dogs Trust partners with Magic Classical forĀ the perfect canine calming Bonfire...

Ahead of next weekā€™s Bonfire Night, Magic Classical radio has teamed up with the UKā€™s leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, to provide the perfect playlist to help calm dogs that find the noise of fireworks distressing.Ā Ā  Magic Classicalā€™s Calming Pet Sounds, in partnership with Dogs Trust, includes Pachelbelā€™s Canon,...