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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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Six expert tips to keep your dog cool on hot summer...

While humans can easily regulate their body temperature, for dogs, it’s not quite as simple as kicking off the duvet. So, if you’re struggling to sleep in the heat, spare a thought for our furry friends who also have a little extra insulation to contend with! Melanie Sainsbury - Veterinary...
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Hill Pet Nutrition launches new clinically proven puppy & kitten range

Hill’s Pet nutrition have announced the launch of two new pioneering new puppy and kitten foods to its Science Plan range. The new range has been developed to nourish young puppy and kitten health for optimal growth and development. With stomach sensitivities listed as the number one concern for pet parents...
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Dog foster carers urgently needed in North West to help people...

Dogs Trust Freedom Project, a specialising pet fostering scheme urgently needs more foster carers to temporarily care for the dogs of survivors of domestic abuse after seeing a surge in demand for its services. Since being launched in 2019, the Freedom Project has provided foster homes for 147 dogs in...
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WIN £200 of raw dog food this Rawgust

Family-owned pet store chain Just for Pets have teamed up with Paleo Ridge to offer a £100 prize on both their Facebook and Instagram @justforpetsuk, entering couldn’t be easier! UK Pet Retailer of the Year Just for Pets are also wishing customers a Happy Rawgust in store this August with...
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Natures Menu launches new Chicken Superfood Country Hunter nuggets

Raw pet food brand, Natures Menu has announced a new addition to its well-loved Country Hunter range. The popular range has now been extended to feature a brand-new single protein chicken option, which adds in one of the most popular protein sources in convenient, easy to portion nuggets. Featuring a blend...
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Five expert tips for cycling with your dog

Any keen cyclist knows just how great a good bike ride can be, whether you’re bombing down MTB trails or exploring new gravel routes, there really isn’t anything better than pushing your limits and enjoying the fresh air. So, why not combine the two things you love most: cycling and...
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Vets and animal welfare organisations pen open letter on release of...

Vets and animal welfare organisations have issued an open letter to Warner Bros following the UK release of its animated children’s film, DC League of Super-Pets, which features a dg with ears that look cropped. The full letter can be found below: "Vets and animal welfare organisations in the UK are...
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RSPCA top tips: What to do about barking dogs in your...

The RSPCA receives a lot of calls every year from neighbours who are concerned about barking dogs. The charity, which focuses on rescuing animals who are sick, injured or being badly treated, is asking people who are worried about barking dogs to follow simple steps to help them. Dogs bark...
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Unlucky cat spends 200 days in rescue with not a single...

A beautiful three-year-old cat, who was rescued in Birmingham, along with two of her newborn kittens - one of whom was found dead beside her - has not received a single offer of a home since coming into the RSPCA’s care in January. Volunteers at the charity’s Stafford, Wolverhampton and...
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New study reveals the top UK locations to move to as...

According to PFMA 3.2 million households in the UK acquired a pet during the pandemic. Considering the toll the pandemic has taken on both physical and mental health, it’s no surprise that so many people decided it was a good time to become pet owners. To investigate the top locations...
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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...