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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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Admiral expands insurance offering with the launch of Admiral Pet

Admiral Pet Insurance has officially launched, making it the 4th insurance product to be underwritten by Admiral alongside Motor, Home and Travel Insurance. Customers could previously buy pet insurance through the brand via a third party, but with the new Admiral Pet product, that’s all changed. Pet policies will be...
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Dog and puppies rescued during heatwave named after ice creams

A dog – who was emaciated and dehydrated when she was rescued during the heatwave last month – is being cared for by the RSPCA. Lollie the lurcher and her eight puppies have all been named after ice creams after arriving at RSPCA Cotswolds Dogs & Cats Home, in Gloucestershire,...
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Special rehoming appeal for senior ‘kittizen’ looking for his retirement pad

The RSPCA’s Danaher Animal Home in Essex is looking to find a retirement pad for 18-year-old cat Squeek who sadly came into the charity’s care as his owner could no longer look after him. The male tabby cat may be senior in years but he is a gentle soul and...
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Taking your dog on holiday? New data reveals the UK’s most...

Summer is here, and, for dog owners, that means more adventures with our favourite four-legged friends! Whether you want to take your pooch for a nice long walk in the park, along the beach, or if you want to go all out and enjoy a staycation together, the UK is...
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With interest rates at their highest since 1995, Dogs Trust warns...

Following last week’s half point rise in interest rates, Dogs Trust has warned that the sky-high cost of essentials, such as eating and heating is leaving many dog owners unable to provide for their dogs. With adoption numbers dropping because people can’t afford to take on a new dog, this...
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RSPCA appeals for information after poorly kitten is stashed in sports...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a young kitten was stashed inside a JD Sports bag offered to a member of the public in the street to buy, and then thrown into a bush in Manchester. A member of the public who called the RSPCA explained that they had...
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Southampton pet retailer welcomes international superstar

A Southampton pet food and accessory retailer welcomed international TV and dog behaviourist, Chirag Patel to its inaugural exclusive dog-trainer event. Healthy Pet Store rolled out the red carpet for its celebrity guest, who mixed and mingled with dog trainers from across the region while offering his latest thoughts on...
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RSPCA braced for a spike in hedgehog calls as busiest month...

This summer looks set to be hectic for hedgehogs as the annual summer peak in calls to the RSPCA combines with a potentially devastating heatwave. A total of 6,120 calls about sick, injured and orphaned hedgehogs were made to the RSPCA’s national helpline in 2021, nearly half of which (2,591)...
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Happy 18th Birthday to Fabulous Fern

A much-loved rescue dog re-homed as a puppy from Dogs Trust Darlington in 2004 will be marking a birthday milestone this weekend as she celebrates her 18th birthday. Fern was just eight weeks old when she was adopted nearly two decades ago by Andrew and Fiona Blakemore, from Spennymoor, Country...
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Vet issues urgent warning to cat owners

As another heatwave hits the UK this week, vets are warning cat owners to take extra care of their pets to keep them hydrated. The hot weather can quickly lead to dehydration if cats aren’t drinking enough and as cats are more prone to bladder and kidney problems than other...
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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...