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Is it safe to take your dog for a walk during...

As weather warnings are issued up and down the UK for the arrival of Storm Eowyn, dog owners up and down the country will be asking themselves ‘Is it safe to take my dog for a walk?’ and “How do I keep my dog calm during the storms?”. With this...
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Dogs Trust Bridgend seeks home for left-behind mum

Dogs Trust Bridgend is in search of a loving new home for a doggy mum who has watched her pups head off to their forever homes one-by-one. Five-year-old Lurcher, Tia Maria, has been overlooked whilst her pups – nine in total – have stolen the hearts of their new families and are happily settled in...
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Two blind kittens hope to find their paw-fect forever home after...

Two blind kittens who were rescued by the RSPCA last Christmas are hoping to find their forever home after eight months in the charity's care being treated for problems with their eyes. Ginger kittens Gabriel and Arthur were rescued from a builders’ yard in Peterlee, County Durham, in December last...
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The Petsure Games raises the middle claw to pet prejudice

The world’s first EVER pet Paralympic-style games launch in the UK this summer for what is set to be an un-fur-gettable event. As the (human) Paralympics commences on 24th August, dogs up and down the country will be training for The Petsure Games to ensure they are up to snuff. The Petsure Games, which will be...
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The best dog breeds for every type of traveller

Everyone knows a dog is man’s best friend. With increasing numbers of people having brought a dog into their lives during the pandemic period, the joys of dog ownership are being felt across the world. For keen travellers, though, bringing a dog into your life might seem a bit out...
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Cat is reunited with family after FOUR years thanks to microchip

The RSPCA has reunited a family with their cat who went missing four years ago after she was found struggling to breathe just half a mile from where they used to live. RSPCA Inspector Elizabeth Boyd was contacted on 3 August to rescue a cat which had been found near...
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Five ways to keep your furry friends safe from unexpected dangers...

As we approach the last week of summer, many people are still enjoying the warmer weather and spending some much-needed time outdoors with our furry friends. For those lucky to have one, we might like to think of our gardens as our own little haven – but the same doesn’t...
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Four cats a day suffer at the hands of humans, new...

New figures released by the RSPCA show that on average around four cats are deliberately harmed every single day across England and Wales. Despite being one of the most popular pets, 14,825 incidents of deliberate cruelty towards cats have been recorded by the animal welfare charity over the last five...
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Only 7% of Brits have tried the food they feed their...

New research by Butternut Box has revealed that 25% of dog owners have considered tasting their dog’s food - but only 7% have actually tried it themselves. The findings, unveiled today by Butternut Box, the leading fresh dog food subscription service in Europe, follow the brand’s recent social experiment in...
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The Lily’s Kitchen’s Christmas range is back for our festive four-legged...

Lily’s Kitchen has announced that its limited-edition Christmas range is back and better than ever. Pets quite rightly sit at the heart of the family, so whilst pet parents are indulging in festive treats, why not treat our four-legged friends to Christmas goodies of their own. Alongside the much-loved advent calendars...
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Animal lover takes on marathon challenge to help animals most in...

An animal lover from West Sussex will don his running shoes and take part in Brighton Marathon this September to raise vital funds for the RSPCA. Joseph Wood, who lives in Horsham in West Sussex, decided to take on the marathon challenge to raise funds for the RSPCA as he...
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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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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...