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How to spot hypothermia in pets

With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.  PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
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Eight million cat owners believe their cat knows what they are...

According to a new report, Britain’s cat crazy pet owners are convinced their feline friends can understand what they are feeling and even what they are saying. The survey of 2,000 British cat owners examined the pet-owner bond and revealed that almost half of UK cat owners are convince that...
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One in three puppies bought online will die within a year

New research from the Kennel Club has found that one in three puppies bought online experience illness or death in their first year. The Kennel Club said that an instant gratification culture is putting puppy welfare at risk as more than 1 million pups are bought before they’ve even seen...
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Pamper-loving pooch seeking new home

A four-year old Labrador Cross is looking for a new home that will provide her with clam surroundings and cater to her love of attention and pampering. Dogs Trust Basildon is currently home to Clover who is a particular fan of hydrotherapy on site at the rehoming centre, which is...
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Natures Menu highlights the importance of responsible puppy ownership

Natures Menu is celebrating Puppy Awareness Week with hundreds of top dogs across the UK successfully graduating from Puppy School. Puppy Awareness Week (1st to 7th September) is an initiative, which aims to help puppy buyers aware of how to find a responsible breeder, and a healthy, happy puppy. To mark...
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UK pet owners prefer staycations with their pets

A recent survey reveals that one in two pet owners opted for a UK break for their summer holiday, so not to be separated from their dogs. Budget hotel chain, Campanile UK, conducted the survey, which discovered that 93% of people would like to spend more time exploring the UK...
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Dog owner and pet are kayaking 200 miles to raise money...

A dog lover plans to really push the boat out and kayak 200 miles with his pet dog to raise money to his local RSPCA branch. John Oakley is an RSPCA volunteer and will spend eight days kayaking with his rescue dog Max from Oxford to Warrington next month, as...
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Study reveals why it pays to have pets

A new study has revealed the benefits that having a pet can have on our health, including combatting depression, Alzheimer’s and heart disease. Research compiled by Tombola reveals that petting a dog for 15 minutes can lower blood pressure by 10% and those with pets are less likely to suffer...
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Rescue dog looking for home where he doesn’t have to walk...

Ex-racing dog is looking for a new home where he can enjoy walks with the company of other dogs. Staff at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe are hoping that a dog-lover and their four-legged friend will soon come along to adopt a dog who enjoys walks most when he has a furry...
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Kent’s loneliest rescue dog still searching for forever home

A rescue dog who is struggling with a lonely life in kennels is hoping that September will bring her a new home after months of waiting. For almost 12 weeks, nine-year old Roxie has watched as other rescue dogs at RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre in Kent have been chosen by...
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Elderly brother and Sister due looking for a new forever family

Staff at Dogs Trust Loughborough are searching for a home that can give double the love to an elderly broth and sister doggie due. The team at the rehoming centre believe that at the grand old age of 15, Yorkshire Terriers, Bruno and Poppy are the oldest siblings that they...
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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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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...

A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer. Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent. She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex. Mette...