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Dogs Trust asks dog lovers to head outdoors to help homeless...

As memories of Christmas fade along with our commitment to New Year’s resolutions, Dogs Trust is asking dog-lovers to set themselves a fresh challenge by putting their best foot - or paw - forward to support dogs in need.    Dogs Trust is launching its ‘99k for Canines’ challenge, encouraging dog-lovers...
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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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Charity launches winter appeal for pet food as demand soars for...

The RSPCA has launched a winter appeal for donations of pet food in order to keep up with demand for the charity’s food bank project. The animal welfare charity has partnered with nearly 40 food banks across the North of England since it began in December last year (2020). From...
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Burgess expands Excel range with ‘Winter Warmers’

Burgess Pet Care, is delighted to announce the expansion of its Excel range for small animals, with several new products launched for the winter months, including the world’s first indoor feeding nuggets for guinea pigs. In addition to Excel Indoor Guinea Pig Nuggets, Burgess has also launched its largest feeding...
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Top tips to help you prepare your puppy for their first...

The RSPCA is offering advice to owners looking forward to their first Christmas with their new puppy to ensure both they and their pet enjoy the festive season. A boom in pet ownership during the pandemic means many families are experiencing their first Christmas with their puppies which means lots...
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Petlog urges 2.8 million cat owners to get ahead of new...

Petlog is urging cat owners to not leave microchipping of their pet to the last minute, ahead of the introduction of compulsory microchipping for cats announced by the Government. The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) estimates that as many as 2.8 million cats in the UK are...
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Two cats hoping to find loving homes before Christmas after months...

The RSPCA is appealing to find homes for two special cats in their care who have spent months looking for their forever homes. Jixxy, a two-year-old grey and white cat came into the care of RSPCA Stapeley Grange Cattery in August this year. He was rescued by an inspector as his...
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Arden Grange 25th anniversary display competition winners announced

Arden Grange, the independent producer of naturally hypoallergenic dog and cat foods, has revealed the winners of its Retailer Display Competition, in celebration of the super-premium brand’s 25th birthday celebrations. Throughout September and October this year, retailers were asked to create a memorable Arden Grange themed display within their shop...
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Cat microchipping to be made mandatory

Lost or stray pet cats are more likely to be reunited with their owners and returned home safely under new pet microchipping rules announced by the Government.  Under the new plans, all keepers must ensure their pet is microchipped before they reach the age of 20 weeks and their contact...
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How you can make pet-friendly Christmas puddings at home

Christmas is a time for everyone to gather round and enjoy some festive food. If you have a dog, you might be wondering how to involve them in the celebrations. Christmas pudding is one of the hallmarks of a festive dinner, but it isn’t suitable for animals. With pet ownership...
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Festive foods for furry friends

Vet charity, PDSA offer advice for pet owners on the do’s and don’ts of treating your pet at Christmas. Christmas is a time to celebrate with your loved ones, so it’s no wonder that we like to involve our furry family members in the festivities. But while we enjoy a variety of festive foods, pet owners have to be careful what they allow their four-legged companions to indulge in.   PDSA...
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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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Kick off your 2025 fitness goals by running with your dog...

It is no secret that when January rolls around many Brits have been penning New Year’s resolutions that include getting more exercise. Running is a popular choice for those looking to get more active and Google search data tells us that around 6,000 people in the UK are searching for...