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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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Best friends looking for a special new home together

Best friends Betty and Zeus are looking for a new home together this Galentine’s Day – the day before Valentine’s Day which celebrates female friendship. The two OAPs (Older Age Pooches) are currently being cared for at the Dogs Trust Basildon Rehoming Centre in Essex. Seven-year old Terrier Betty and 11-year...
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Third of Brits to gift pets to loved ones this Valentine’s...

A new study reveals that over a third of loved-up Brits have revealed that they intend to gift a dog or cat to their significant other this Valentine’s Day. According to research of 1,000 Brits, commissioned by Natures Menu, dogs (19%) were more popular than cats (11%) as a protentional...
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RSPCA launch appeal to trace person who dumped elderly dog with...

The RSPCA has launched an investigation after an elderly dog was found abandoned in the garden of an empty shop. The elderly female German Shepherd-cross dog was found outside the empty premises in 141 Waterloo Street, Burton on Trent, by a workman who had just finished a job on the...
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Can you give hound dog Elvis a place in your heart...

A five-year Foxhound currently at Dogs Trust Canterbury rehoming centre is looking for a new owner he can’t help falling in love with this Valentine’s Day. The five-year old former stray is currently being cared for at Dogs Trust Canterbury Rehoming centre in Whitstable. Elvis loves learning new tricks,...
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New report by Rover reveals how pet parents spoil their dogs

A Valentine’s Day report by Rover.com reveals how pet parents plan to spoil their dogs more than ever this year, after ‘pandemic pups’ saved the day in 2020. Rover.com has released its ‘Decoding Your Dog’s Love Language” report, which explores the different ways dogs express affection to their human family...
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Pandemic puppy owners worry about being able to care for their...

New data by The Kennel Club reveals that 10% of owners who bought a dog during the ‘pandemic puppy boom’ are now worried about caring for them when restrictions are lifted. More than a fifth (22%) said that they are particularly worried about behavioural problems resulting from lack of training...
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Dogs Trust Manchester hopes Barney finds his furry-tail ending this Valentine’s...

A dog found wandering the streets alone is hoping that his search for ever-lasting love will come to an end this Valentine’s Day. Barney, a three-year old Shar Pei is currently being cared for by the team at Dogs Trust Manchester and has stolen the heart of many, particularly Canine...
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Lily’s Kitchen launches limited-edition ‘Be My Valentine’ recipe for dogs

Lily’s Kitchen has launched a limited-edition ‘Be My Valentine’ tray for dogs, so that pet parents and pups can have a romantic meal for two this Valentine’s Day. To help share the love this Valentine’s Day, Lily’s Kitchen will be donating the full sales price of the trays sold on...
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Does your city have the happiest dogs?

Dog lovers at OnBuy Pet Supplies have created an index of six factors which can determine the level of happiness of our furry friends in different cities in the UK. The six factors analyse the number of parks, pet-friendly accommodations, pet shops, dog grooming places and dog vs cat population....
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One step closer to introducing five-year sentences for animal cruelty offences

Animal welfare charities have today welcomed the long-awaited progress on crucial new legislation to increase sentences for animal cruelty offences. The Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill in England Wales passed its Second Reading back in October 2020 and, almost four months later, has now passed the Committee Stage of its passage...
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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...