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Study finds over 70% of Brits feed their pets just one...

New research by Harringtons reveals the majority of UK households still choose simplicity over variety when it comes to feeding our four-legged friends. Pets are more than just companions; they’re family. But when it comes to their mealtime routines, most Brits are sticking to a single type of food. A...
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Bunny brothers pose for photoshoot during lockdown

With hair as white as snow and deep, dark eyes, you could easily mistake these brother as professional models. However, these three brothers are in fact beautiful bunnies who are being cared for by RSPCA staff in Somerset. Pluto, Mercury and Earth enjoyed being centre of attention for a photoshoot during...
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Coronavirus

16 life-threatening emergencies that need urgency veterinary attention

The UK government’s new coronavirus measures have given millions of animal lovers more time than ever with their pets – and more concerns than ever about what might happen if they become ill. While veterinary practices across the country are allowed to stay open under the current lockdown restrictions, face-to-face...
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Tips for keeping dog and children safe together during lockdown

Through the COVID-19 outbreak, dogs and children are together – often unsupervised – more than ever. Training and Behaviour Advisor for Agria Pet Insurance, Carolyn Menteith, shares her top 10 tips on keeping both happy and safe. Carolyn says: “Our current position in ‘lockdown’ creates an unusual situation for families with...
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Data shows pet owners are choosing the same names for pets...

New data reveals that nine out of ten names given to the nation’s kittens and puppies are shared by Britain’s newborn babies. Information on the monikers of more than 100,000 UK dogs and cats revealed an increasing number of owners are opting to call their pets names which rank highly...
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nutravet launch an affordable, 100% natural liver health supplement for pets

Natural animal health company, nutravet has launched a revolutionary new liver health supplement for cats and dogs. nutramarin has been developed to provide a fast-acting triple action formula to naturally support and maintain healthy liver function in pets. Maintaining good liver health is vital for an animal’s general health and...
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RSPCA emergency appeal to care for hundreds of animals and rescue...

The RSPCA is today launching an emergency appeal supported by Ricky Gervais to ensure its rescue teams can keep saving animals through the Coronavirus crisis. Animal rescuers at the charity have been designated key workers by the government but vital funding is needed to keep them out on the road,...
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Coronavirus

Staying at home with pets: a guide to keeping your furry...

No Brits are being advices to stay at home, Natures Menu is helping pet parents across the nation and care for their newfound colleagues. The UK’s number on for raw and natural pet food is sharing their top tips for how Brits can keep their pet happy and healthy during...
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Spring cleaning around the home with pets

As coronavirus causes a surge in cleaning, Rover.com shares its top tips for pet safety. With much of Britain being forced to stay indoors, many of us are picking up the scrubbing brush and deep cleaning our homes amid ongoing concerns about Coronavirus. However, as a nation of dog lovers, it’s...
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How pets can help our mental and physical health during challenges...

As the bad news about coronavirus continues and following the government’s latest instruction to stay at home, many of us will be feeling isolated and anxious. However, vet charity, PDSA is highlighting that the company of our four-legged friends can help have a huge positive impact on our mental and...
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Leading animal organisations unite to support pet owners through Coronavirus

UK’s best-loved national pet charities and experts join forces to offer advice to help owners care for their animals and each other. The coalition is concerned about conflicting and poor information which is leaving owners confused and anxious and animals potentially at risk. The group has produced a series of colourful...
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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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Cropped dog has special knitted cap to keep cold wind and...

Cropped Dora wears a special knitted hood to keep the cold wind and rain out of her vulnerable ears during a winter’s walk on the beach. Four-year-old Dora’s owner, Jess Eley, from Dorset, said the knitted hat, which has ears on top, also makes passersby less nervous around her -...