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Dogs Trust issues winter alert: Beware the hidden danger of Antifreeze...

As temperatures drop and winter weather sets in, Dogs Trust is urging pet owners to take extra care in protecting their furry friends from the hidden dangers of antifreeze. Commonly used in de-icing products, screen wash and in car engines, antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, a highly toxic substance that can...
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8 tips for road-tripping with your dog this spring

The weather is getting warmer and plenty of bank holidays are upon us, including Easter this weekend. It’s high time to hit the road, and the dog adventure specialists at Ruffwear have provided their top eight tips for road-tripping with your dog.  There is no better feeling than going away and...
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Young mum cat and six kittens found dumped in taped up...

A young mum cat and her six kittens were found dumped in a taped up cardboard box which was then left discarded in a street in Oldham. The RSPCA was contacted on Sunday, April 2 by a member of the public, who found the box - which they believed to...
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Tips for leaving pets for long period of time

With many of us heading out on Easter trips right now, and a lot of us starting to plan our summer vacations kennels will be busier than ever with furry friends having their own holidays.  But many dogs may not enjoy going to kennels or understand why they are there...
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Large rabbit rescue highlights the neglect of popular pet at Easter...

The RSPCA embarked on a huge rehoming programme after more than 160 rabbits were found in overcrowded conditions in a garage in Leicestershire. The pets were rescued from a domestic property in Great Easton near Market Harborough after their owners became overwhelmed as a result of overbreeding. Details of the shocking...
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Easter chocolate warning to pet owners after Bertie’s emergency dash to...

UK's leading pet emergency service saw chocolate toxicity cases rise by 236% last Easter. Vets have issued a chocolate warning to pet owners, as they brace themselves for a surge in cases of pets poisoned by chocolate.  Vets Now, the pet equivalent of A&E, saw chocolate toxicity cases rise by 236% last Easter. Aside from...
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Petpals putting pets and the community first

Petpals prides itself on supporting the areas it serves, and this does not stop at providing quality pet services to its community of furry friends. A growing number of franchisees are placing importance on supporting their communities through charitable initiatives that raise money and awareness for the causes they and...
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Councillor hopefuls urged to ‘prioritise animal welfare’ to avert pet catastrophe

Council candidates across England have been urged to "prioritise animal welfare" - to ensure the cost of living crisis doesn't have catastrophic consequences for the nation's pets, with less than 30 days to go until local elections in large parts of the country.  The call comes as the RSPCA launches...
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Hot cross bun warning issued to pet owners after puppy’s emergency...

UK's leading pet emergency service saw hot cross bun cases rise by 262% last Easter. Vets have issued a hot cross bun warning to pet owners, as they brace themselves for a surge in cases of pets poisoned by the traditional Easter bake. Vets Now, the pet equivalent of A&E, saw hot cross...
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The Kennel Club received Royal prefix on its 150th anniversary

The Kennel Club is delighted to announce that it has been granted a Royal Prefix to mark the 150th anniversary of its existence. Henceforth, the organisation is named The Royal Kennel Club.  Chairman of The Kennel Club, Tony Allcock OBE, said: “We are honoured that as of the 4 April...
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Egg-celent games for your dog this Easter

Dogs Trust share enrichment ideas to keep your pooches safely entertained this Easter The UK’s largest dog welfare charity has shared some of its favourite ways of entertaining our four-legged friends during the spring holiday period and has provided advice for owners on how to have a dog-friendly Easter. Dogs Trust...
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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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Make a plan for your pets this Christmas

Planning for a magical Christmas is in full swing, the decorations are already lining the aisles in the shops, and the kids have probably started hinting at what they want to find under the tree on Christmas morning.  But have you made plans for your pets this Christmas?  The RSPCA is urging pet...