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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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Tails.com expands treats range

tails.com, the nutritionally-tailored pet food service, is broadening the range of treats for customers to add to their dog’s personalised feeding plan. These include: NEW Superfood Bites packed with nutrient-rich ingredients; NEW Cold-Pressed Duck Rewards and the popular WHIMZEES Alligator and Rice Bone occupiers. Treating responsibly is a concern for dog...
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Dog rescued from ‘intimidation and abuse’ is now so happy he...

A dog who was rescued from ‘intimidation and abuse’ by the RSPCA is now so happy that he had to have his tail amputated after injuring it while wagging it with happiness too hard! Ten-year-old bull mastiff Benny was rescued by RSPCA inspector Anthony Joynes and his story featured on...
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RSPCA behaviourist team receives funding boost to help lockdown dogs

The RSPCA’s team of behaviourists has received a generous donation from petcare company Purina which will help provide 101 dogs with behavioural support. The donation will help the behaviourist team at the RSPCA provide extra support for those dogs who need it the most. Even before the pandemic, behaviour problems were...
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The ‘Agria CatWalk’ raises £13,000 for cats in need

Thanks to the involvement of thousands of cats and their owners this May, Agria Pet Insurance has donated £13,000 to UK animal rescues. Almost 7,000 cats, and over 23,000 cat ‘parents’ and cat-lovers, joined a month-long celebration of all cats via the “Agria CatWalk” competition. The Agria CatWalk was created to...
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Spring cleaning carpets and rugs has never been easier

BISSELL® introduce its new PowerClean, which is great for cleaning up muddy paws, to its extensive range of floor cleaners. This spring get down, and not dirty with your carpets and rugs. Deep cleaning is hygenic not just on the surface, but also into the deapths of the carpet fibres...
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YuMOVE teams up with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen to create the ‘World’s Best...

Pet supplement brand, YuMOVE  have teamed up with interior design guru and national treasure, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen to create the ‘World’s Best Dog House’. Dog ownership has skyrocketed from 9 million to 12 million across Great Britain. The ‘World’s Best Dog House’, which launches today, has been created to encourage all...
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RSPCA calls on animal lovers to sign-up for the Great North...

The RSPCA is calling on animal lovers to don their trainers and take part in the Great North Run for Team Animal this September. The charity still has places left for the popular half marathon in Newcastle. Kimberley Nunn, from Leeds, is taking part in the race on September 12 after...
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Surprise arrival of Solar the foal at sanctuary

Staff at the Mare and Foal Sanctuary had a welcome surprise upon their arrival to work this week when rescue pony Sandy unexpectedly gave birth to a healthy colt foal. Named Solar, the foal is the first to be born during 2021 at the equine welfare charity based in Newton...
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Dumped cat sees fate intervene when her finders fall in love...

A couple who found an abandoned cat on their morning walk fell in love her and with the help of Mayhew we're able to offer her a new home. Otto and her husband came across a young feline trapped inside a litter box on their morning walk and noticed that...
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RSPCA delight as ban on ‘cruel’ glue traps is step closer

Proposals to bring in a ban on the use of glue traps have been welcomed by the RSPCA as they reveal they have been called to hundreds of incidents involving the sticky traps over the last five years.  This week a Private Member’s Bill was introduced calling for a...
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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...