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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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Wobbly rescue kitten living his best lockdown life

A four-month old kitten at Battersea Dogs & Cats home search for a new home is on hold during these uncertain times. As for many of us across the country, these are unusual and uncertain times for wobbly kitten Lofty. The cat had just been given the green light to start...
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Seal pup found miles inland released back to the wild

A seal pup who managed to find his way to Tattershall Castle, Lincolnshire has been released back to the wild after three months in RSPCA care. A family out walking their dogs on Boxing Day came across the young grey seal. They waited with the seal, who has been named...
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Pets as therapy: How animals can help improve our mental health

The UK’s a nation of animal lovers, right? Research has discovered that almost 50% of the British homes have a pet, with just over 1 in 4 owning a dog, and nearly 1 in 5 owning a cat. ‘Why?’ you ask. Well, a whopping 90% of pet owners have confirmed...
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Working at home with your dog during lockdown

Wearing pyjamas 24/4 and battling with it is the new reality for many workers across the country – and while we all enjoy cameos from our work mates’ pets, having new canine colleagues can present a challenge. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has put together some tips to help people...
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Bunny brothers pose for photoshoot during lockdown

With hair as white as snow and deep, dark eyes, you could easily mistake these brother as professional models. However, these three brothers are in fact beautiful bunnies who are being cared for by RSPCA staff in Somerset. Pluto, Mercury and Earth enjoyed being centre of attention for a photoshoot during...
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16 life-threatening emergencies that need urgency veterinary attention

The UK government’s new coronavirus measures have given millions of animal lovers more time than ever with their pets – and more concerns than ever about what might happen if they become ill. While veterinary practices across the country are allowed to stay open under the current lockdown restrictions, face-to-face...
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Tips for keeping dog and children safe together during lockdown

Through the COVID-19 outbreak, dogs and children are together – often unsupervised – more than ever. Training and Behaviour Advisor for Agria Pet Insurance, Carolyn Menteith, shares her top 10 tips on keeping both happy and safe. Carolyn says: “Our current position in ‘lockdown’ creates an unusual situation for families with...
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Data shows pet owners are choosing the same names for pets...

New data reveals that nine out of ten names given to the nation’s kittens and puppies are shared by Britain’s newborn babies. Information on the monikers of more than 100,000 UK dogs and cats revealed an increasing number of owners are opting to call their pets names which rank highly...
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nutravet launch an affordable, 100% natural liver health supplement for pets

Natural animal health company, nutravet has launched a revolutionary new liver health supplement for cats and dogs. nutramarin has been developed to provide a fast-acting triple action formula to naturally support and maintain healthy liver function in pets. Maintaining good liver health is vital for an animal’s general health and...
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RSPCA emergency appeal to care for hundreds of animals and rescue...

The RSPCA is today launching an emergency appeal supported by Ricky Gervais to ensure its rescue teams can keep saving animals through the Coronavirus crisis. Animal rescuers at the charity have been designated key workers by the government but vital funding is needed to keep them out on the road,...
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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...