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Deaf dog saved from drain after intense 8-hour rescue operation

A Scots couple have told of their anguish when their deaf dog faced death after being trapped in an uncovered drain. It took an intense eight-hour rescue operation involving fire crews, mine rescue experts and mechanical diggers to save working cocker spaniel Maizi from her underground prison in a Fife...
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The weirdest and cutest questions from UK dog owners in 2021,...

Every 43 minutes, someone asks Google whether their dog loves them. YuMOVE’s analysis of search data uncovers the most common questions from UK dog owners – and they’ve got the answers too. More pet owners use the internet for animal health information than speak to vets, according to a recent...
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Could you offer Mia, Sox and Hex a new home?

A trio of rabbits have been waiting at Rabbit Residence Rescue for their new family for a year. Beautiful Lionhead bunny trio, Mia, Sox and Hex, arrived at Rabbit Residence Rescue near Royston in December 2020. Despite their adorable looks, they have not yet found their special someone. The trio are...
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Make a dog’s dinner of Christmas this year with Butternut Box

From succulent roast turkey to creamy mashed potatoes and fluffy Yorkshire puddings, for many, the famous Christmas dinner is the highlight of the big day. Whether you’ve gorged yourself silly, or eaten just the right amount, it’s something many of us look forward to every year. But who said only...
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Ten ways to keep your dog from destroying your Christmas decorations

From vibrant Christmas trees covered in brightly coloured baubles and twinkling tinsel to Santa’s stockings and the presents within, your dog will probably view your festive decorations as perfectly irresistible playthings. Luckily for dog parents everywhere, the expert team at tails.com have put together a list of ways to protect your decorations...
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Christmas wish! All this senior cat wants for Christmas is a...

A 15-year-old black and white cat has written her Christmas letter to ‘Santa Paws’ asking for a loving home for Christmas. The golden oldie cat came into the care of the RSPCA Solent Branch in Portsmouth in July as her previous owner had sadly passed away. Sadly, Farrah was suffering from...
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Kind-hearted VetPartners colleagues choose their charity of the year

VetPartners is hoping to raise thousands of pounds for a charity that brings peace of mind and practical help to the elderly and terminally ill. Kind-hearted colleagues across VetPartners’ UK practices and central support team voted overwhelmingly for The Cinnamon Trust as its chosen charity for 2022. The Cinnamon Trust seeks...
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Emaciated dog found wandering the streets set to spend Christmas in...

An emaciated Lurcher found wandering the streets in Reading is set to spend Christmas in a happy forever home. Four-year-old Reggie was picked up by the dog warden after he was found straying, severely underweight and no fur on his back legs. He was then taken into the care of Dogs Trust Newbury weighing just 19kg (8kgs under his ideal weight), and...
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RSPCA urge pet owners to make a plan for your pets...

Last Christmas wasn’t quite what we’d all hoped for. With much of the country locked down and families kept apart, this Christmas is sure to be bigger than ever. But with big Christmas plans afoot, the RSPCA is urging pet owners to plan ahead and think about their animals in...
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More than 9 out of 10 pet owners will get a...

A survey conducted by pet-insurance Petplan on 5,427 pet owners revealed that 93% of them will be buying a Christmas present for their pet! As such, from December 1st, Petplan will be launching their very own Pet Advent Calendar. From cosy cat caves to paw-fect pet stockings, or even a...
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Burns Pet Nutrition launches a Christmas Bowls appeal

Burns Pet Nutrition launches its Christmas Bowls appeal this year in a bid to help feed pets in need throughout the holiday season. As part of the appeal, Burns will be partnering with three key pet charities to ensure vulnerable animals won’t go hungry over the festive period. Refuge4Pets, Dogs...
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Top tips for puppy training

Puppy training can be extremely beneficial if started as soon as you bring them home. It not only helps to introduce good behaviour, but...

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...
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Burgess Pet Care welcomes Rob Taylor as sales director

Pollington-based Burgess Pet Care, one of the UK’s leading independent pet food manufacturers, has welcomed Rob Taylor to the role of sales director, reflecting the company’s ambitious growth plans. With a wealth of experience in the food sector covering multi-temperature categories and channels, Rob joins Burgess from Hilltop Honey where he...