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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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Dragonfly Products announces Black Friday 2022 discounts

Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping weekends of the year, with retailers up and down the country offering huge discounts ahead of the festive season. But why should humans have all the fun? Natural dog food retailer Dragonfly Products will be celebrating the weekend with its biggest ever...
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Why is my dog’s poo black? Vet explains what abnormalities in...

All dog owners know that when their dog needs to poop, there's no stopping the motion. But, if you’re a pet parent, you may find yourself scratching your head wondering, is my dog's poop normal? That's why well-known TV vet Dr Scott Miller, working with natural dog food company Barking...
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Southampton pet superstore appoints new Operations Manager ahead of business expansion

A pet food and accessory superstore in Southampton has appointed a new Operations Manager ahead of its growth and expansion just two years after launching its new store. Healthy Pet Store in Salisbury Road has promoted current Store Manager Richard Wall to Operations Manager at an exciting time for the...
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Charity issues flu warning after kittens narrowly avoid losing eyes

An animal charity is urging cat owners to get their cats vaccinated after some young kittens in its care nearly lost their eyes after catching cat flu. Four-month-old kittens Cherrim and Hattrem came into Cats Protection’s Cornwall Adoption Centre with three other siblings from the same litter, one of which...
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Lifetime ban from keeping animals and suspended prison sentence for Kent...

A Kent man has been sentenced to a lifetime ban from keeping animals and a suspended prison sentence after pleading guilty to Animal Welfare Act offences. In an RSPCA prosecution, Daniel King (senior) - DOB 26/01/1979 - from Ditton, Aylesford in Kent - was sentenced after causing unnecessary suffering to...
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Discover Foxy Margot’s NEW luxury festive fragrance for pampered pets

Snuggle Me Dog Bed & Body Mist is the luxurious limited-edition Christmas-scented dog bed and body spray from Foxy Margot. Not only is Snuggle Me Dog Bed & Body Mist fragranced with essential oils of Frankincense, Sandalwood and Sweet Orange, it’s perfectly pH-balanced and packed with vegan-friendly, naturally deodorising and...
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DIY Christmas gifts for pets

We all love finding the purr-fect gift for loved ones at Christmas and, for many, our furry friends are high on this list. However, with the cost of living increasing, many of us will be looking for ways to pinch the pennies this year. To help, PDSA, the vet charity...
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Butternut Box appoints digital learning and skills platform after investment leads...

Fresh dog food delivery service Butternut Box has appointed THRIVE’s Learning & Skills Platform for its rapidly growing team after the company grew from 150 to 600 employees in just two years. The partnership is part of an ambitious expansion vision for the UK-based start-up, which recently scaled up its...
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Save up to 30% in Pets at Home Black Friday sale

Pets at Home is supporting pet owners across the UK with three weeks of Black Friday savings. The leading pet retailer’s Black Friday offers are available now until Tuesday 6th December, with up to 30% savings* across a range of products for dogs, cats, small animals and aquatics. The offers include...
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The Mare and Foal Sanctuary tackles rising costs for equine owners

The Mare and Foal Sanctuary will be helping equine owners tackle rising costs without compromising on welfare in its upcoming free webinar. Pet owners across the country are being forced to give up their animal companions due to the current cost-of-living crisis. This includes horse and pony owners. The average cost...
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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...