Ticks are external parasites which live off the blood of mammals and have become an increasing problem for dogs and cats and their owners. Ticks can vary in size and are carriers of various diseases, which can be transmitted, not only to pets but also to their owners can cause...

Research by Mintel has revealed that Brits will spend over £2 billion on pet care products and services by 2023. Brits’ love for their furry friends is expected to see the value to the pet care products and services (including toys and health check-ups) market reach £2.1 billion by 2023,...

Almost 200 dogs and their owners raised nearly £3000 for rescue animals by taking part in a special autumnal ramble on Hampstead Heath. Organised by London animal welfare charity, Mayhew, the ramble, which took place on Sunday 7th October, was sponsored by Edgard Cooper in support of rescue pets and...

Over half of UK pet care buyers would rather cut back on spending on themselves than on their pet, says new research from Mintel. The research from Mintel confirms the nation’s passion for pets shows no sign of abating as 40% of pet care buyers would spend just as much...

With reports of ticks becoming an increasing problem for pets and their owners, Johnson’s have introduced a Tick and Flea Collar for Dogs to their popular range. Ticks are external parasites which live off the blood of mammals and vary in size from a pin head to a finger nail,...

New research reveals that pets help their retired owners fall asleep more easily and feel better about their neighbourhood. Older people who own pets fall asleep more easily and feel consistently more positive about their local environment than those who don’t have animals, according to research from Kingston University and...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after three sick puppies were dumped on a doorstep in Leicester. A woman told the RSPCA how she heard a yelping noise outside the front of her home – and when she went to investigate she found three puppies had been left on her...

For National Pet Obesity Awareness Day 2018, tails.com are tackling the issue head on through their product and customer nutrition advice service. Pet obesity is a big problem with over 50% of the nation’s dogs deemed obese by vets and according to PFMA’s Pet Data Report 2018, 83% of owners...

Pooch & Mutt’s Tasty Turkey chews came out on top in the Pet Food & Treats category of The Grocer New Product Awards 2018. The Grocer Magazine New Product Awards recognise the latest in product development across the grocery sector and this year’s awards faced a rigorous judging process from...

Dogs Trust Newbury is playing host to three pint-sized pooches who are being overlooked by potential new families because they aren’t typical lap dogs. Jack Russell Terriers, Olly, age seven and Rocky aged five, and Reggie, a two-year-old Crossbreed might be small, but they have big personalities and what they...