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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...
Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.
This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
Ten facts you didn’t know about Iguanas
To help celebrate National Reptile Awareness Day, ExoticDirect some impressive info about Iguanas.
National Reptile Awareness Day falls on Monday 21 October and Exotic Direct Pet insurance shares 10 facts you may not know about Iguanas.
1 There are around 35 species of iguana
And they’re all a bit different – although...
Why do pets eat the strangest things?
From socks to slippers and necklaces to socks, our pets can – and sometimes do – eat the strangest of things.
But what makes them think gravel will make for a scrumptious snack, or toys a tasty treat? In their latest Pet Care Column, PDSA offer some insight.
PDSA Vet Nurse...
Remember Remember, your pets this November, says Ceva Animal Health
With crowded gatherings, scary masks and loud banging noises, it’s no wonder October to December has been revealed as the most stressful time of year for cats and dogs.
Ceva Animal Health has released a list of the top five most distressing occasions for pets and Bonfire Night has been...
Animal OBE for outstanding Dorset Search and Rescue Dog
A Search and Rescue Dog from Dorset, who completed hundreds of searches during his exemplary ten-year career has been honoured by PDSA.
Border Collie Charlie, who worked with his volunteer handler Matt Cooke, posthumously received the PDSA Order of Merit – known as the animals’ OBE – for his outstanding...
More cats rescued than any other animal, RSPCA reveals
The RSPCA rescued more cats than any other animal last year, collecting more than 22,000 as a result of calls to its national cruelty line.
As the charity enters Cat Week, as part of its month-long rehoming drive, Adoptober, it reveals RSPCA inspectors rescued the equivalent of more than 60...
Cats Protection says microchipping cats should be legal requirement
Cats Protection has welcomed a government call for evidence into introducing compulsory microchipping of pet cats.
The UK’s leading feline charity says microchipping should become a legal requirement for owned cats, as it already is for dogs. Currently, eight out of 10 stray cats taken in by the charity’s Adoption...
Sainsbury’s unveils festive range for pets
The nation’s pets will be tucking into their own festive feast at Christmas thanks to new products unveiled by Sainsbury’s.
Following a successful trial earlier this year, for the first time, dog-friendly mince pies are available for pet lovers to buy from Sainsbury’s stores across the country.
Made using carob...
Pure Pet Food look at how long dogs need to exercise
The amount of time different types of dogs needs to walk and exercise for to stay happy and healthy has been revealed by experts.
Online healthy pet food retailer, PurePetFood.com has highlighted how long common breeds of dog need to spend out on walks or playing fetch with their owners,...
Severely matted dog had to have an eye removed
A North Yorkshire woman was sentenced for neglect after vets removed 1kg of severely matted hair from her dog.
Jean Audrey Simpson of Milton Avenue, Malton, appeared at York Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (8 October) where she was sentenced in relation to one offence under the Animal Welfare 2006, which...
Hill’s return to National Pet Show with interactive experience
Hill’s Pet Nutrition will be returning to the National Pet Show this year, promising to take visitors on an interactive journey through their pets’ life.
The National Pet Show will be at the NEC on 2nd and 3rd November, showcasing lots of amazing animals, as well as live performances, competitions,...
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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...
Vets are urging dog owners to rethink their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures in November.
With temperatures forecast close to freezing, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a critical safety issue for the nation's pet owners. Pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters, in...
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