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Kittens rescued from dirty rabbit hutch

Four kittens who were rescued from a dirty rabbit hutch are now ready for a fresh start and are looking for new homes. RSPCA officers rescued the four kittens after members of the public raised concern that they’d been abandoned inside a rabbit hutch in the garden of a property in...
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With the increase in cost of living Brits are forced to...

New research shows that pet owners across the UK have prioritised their pets when considering the recent rise in the cost of living. Kennel manufacturer Benchmark Kennels surveyed over 500 UK pet owners to see which pet costs have risen the most and how pet owners are reducing spending elsewhere...
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DogFest comes to Tatton Park next weekend

The countdown is on for a weekend of canine capers as DogFest is coming to Tatton Park in June. Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity which has a rehoming centre in Merseyside, is the charity partner for this year’s dog-focused festival and will be welcoming dog lovers to...
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RSPCA investigates after two tiny puppies abandoned in box

The RSPCA is investigating after two tiny puppies were abandoned in a box in a park in East London. The two black and tan German Shepherd puppies were left in a box by the cricket pitch at Seven Kings Park, Ilford, on Sunday afternoon (5 June). RSPCA inspector Philip Heyes was...
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Paleo Ridge runs exciting five-week Golden Ticket promotion

Paleo Ridge, the UK’s leading and most accredited producer of high-quality raw dog food, is running an exciting Golden Ticket event for five weeks until 3rd July. With £7,000 worth of prizes up for grabs, customers will be challenged to follow daily clues posted on Paleo Ridge’s social media channels and...
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Top tips to keep your furry friend safe from terrible ticks...

As summer approaches experts are predicting a higher-than-average risk of diseases carried by ticks. Typically found in all the places our pets love to venture to, like tall grass and bushes, it’s important to bear in mind these easy top tips to keep your dog safe from being their...
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New research shows dogs really are man’s – and woman’s –...

We are all familiar with the phrase ‘Man’s best friend’ when it comes to our relationship with dogs and now new research has shown that dogs truly are. Dogs Trust, which has a rehoming centre in Denton, has revealed that around 80% of owners said companionship was one of the...
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Vulnerable British and Irish Breeds competition returns this year

Heats for The Kennel Club Vulnerable British and Irish Breeds competition have started to take place and will again culminate in a grand final at Crufts 2023. To raise awareness of vulnerable British and Irish dog breeds, and to recognise those people who are dedicated to their survival and prosperity,...
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Heartbreak turns to happiness for dog tied to gates of rehoming...

A dog left tied to the gates of Dogs Trust Merseyside has found happiness at the heart of a new forever family. Kilo, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, was found by staff in March at the Huyton-based rehoming centre. He had been left with his food bowls and a hand-written note...
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Kitten tied up in plastic bag and abandoned is rescued by...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a young kitten was discovered tied up in a plastic bag with pieces of Saturday’s newspaper and abandoned in Norfolk. The female tabby kitten was thankfully found by a dog walker at around 5am in Broad Grove just south of Grimston in Norfolk...
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Barking Heads partners with the UK’s most dog-friendly festival, Standon Calling

Natural pet food brand Barking Heads proudly announces its exclusive partnership with the UK’s first, and largest, dog-friendly music festival, Standon Calling. The pet-obsessed organisations first joined forces last year to rave reviews. Festival goers are encouraged to bring their furry friends to this inclusive event, taking place from Thursday...
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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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Woman’s best friend! Men losing the battle for their partner’s affection…...

Women in the UK show more love for their cat or dog than their own partner, a new study has found. Research commissioned by Burns Pet Nutrition suggests millions of British men are losing the battle for their partner’s affection to the four-legged ‘so-called’ friend sharing their home.   The study found a third...