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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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Youngest ever winner of RSPCA photo award takes top spot with...

A striking close-up image of a turkey has won the overall top spot in the prestigious RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2023 hosted by wildlife broadcaster Chris Packham. The stunning photo was entered by eight-year-old Jamie Smart which makes her the youngest ever winner of the charityā€™s photography awards which has...
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The trendiest Christmas-themed dog name for 2023 is Tinsel!

Rover.com, the worldā€™s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has today revealed the UKā€™s top dog names for 2023. And Barbie mania was officially the main driving force behind naming trends this year, inspiring the trendiest name of the year: Pink. While Ken was on the up from last...
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Dog owners warn of near fatal festive fails to watch out...

Christmas is almost upon us and is of course a beautiful season filled with fun festivities. However, it's essential to remember that amidst the excitement, there can be hidden dangers for our furry companions. Staying vigilant can help ensure our canine friends have a safe and enjoyable experience. Agria Pet...
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Dog returned to Dogs Trust hopes birthday ā€“ and Christmas –...

When Collie-Cross Hiro was handed over to the team at Dogs Trust Merseyside in the dark days of January this year, the rehoming centre staff instantly recognised him. The playful pup had been rehomed by Dogs Trust Merseyside as a 14-week-old fluffy bundle of energy. Ever since then he has...
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Searches for ā€˜dog reikiā€™ are up 53% as pet owners look...

According to MoneySuperMarket, 70% of Brits are willing to spend more money on their pets than on themselves, but it seems that pet gifting is evolving. Insights from Freshaā€™s new trend report show that views for #petwellness on TikTok have grown from two million to 19 million in the last...
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Brits set to spend Ā£918m on their pets this Christmas

Sales of pet treats, toys and pet accessories are predicted to top record levels this festive season. Pet spending in general is up year on year according to data by consumer insight platform, Vypr, and this shows no sign of slowing down in the run up to Christmas. Spend is...
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Increasing numbers of pet owners rely on the support of food...

As the cost of living escalates, increasing demand is being made on food banks.Ā  And not just to feed people ā€“ pet owners are being faced with the awful reality of not being able to afford food for their animals so have begun to rely on food banks to...
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Tips for a happy and healthy Christmas with your pet

Thereā€™s so much to do at Christmas time - wrapping presents, cooking a huge meal, visiting family and friendsā€¦ so the last thing you want is to add in an unexpected vet visit for your pet! As part of its ā€˜Join the Christmas Rescueā€™ campaign, the RSPCA is urging pet-owners...
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Warning to keep dogs safe at Christmas after life of retired...

A charity is urging dog owners to keep their pets safe this Christmas after stepping in to save the life of a retired police dog who got a meat bone stuck in his throat after eating the roast leftovers.Ā  TheĀ Thin Blue Paw FoundationĀ ā€“ a charity that supports working and retired...
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Man and woman from Barry disqualified from keeping animals after beating...

A man and a woman from Barry have been disqualified from keeping all animals for five years after they caused their bulldog to suffer through physical and mental abuse. Michael Cross of Osprey Court, Barry and Paige Ryan of Dunlin Court, Barry, appeared at Cardiff Magistratesā€™ Court on Tuesday 28...
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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,...