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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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Wellness garden created at Dogs Trust Shoreham Rehoming Centre

Staff and volunteers at Dogs Trust Shoreham have joined together to create cool, calming spaces to enjoy with the dogs now summer has arrived. Led by Maintenance Operative Ryan Hawkins (pictured above with Banjo), the team are creating a “Wellness Garden” and shelters where staff and their four-legged friends can...
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£5,000 fines for animal cruelty offences under new Penalty Notices Bill

Individuals who commit offences against animals will face fines of up to £5,000 under new legislation introduced to Parliament yesterday. The fines will be introduced to ensure that offenders face tougher penalties for crimes in addition to the existing maximum 5 year prison sentence for the most serious offences.   The...
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Preventing dog theft

PDSA vets share how to keep your furry friend safe wherever you are. As reports of dog theft continue to be a topic of discussion in the media, it’s natural for owners to feel worried about their precious pooches. Although in some parts of the country it has been reported...
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Veterinary staff take on coastal challenge to raise money for police...

Two members of staff at a veterinary surgery in Surrey were inspired by the police dogs they treat to raise money for a new charity that supports ex-working dogs in their retirement. Practice manager Charlotte Bolshaw and Alyson Hardman, senior veterinary surgeon and owner of Rowley House Vets in Cranleigh, decided to embark on a fundraising challenge to...
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Barking Brilliant – new plant-based dog food launched

New plant-based dog food launched, with the highest protein content than any other plant-based dog food in the UK. Noochy Poochy was created by vet Lucy McKinna who set about creating a plant-based dog food to prove you can feed your pet in line with your ethics and still feel...
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Roadmap delay could be ‘silver lining’ for dog owners

With Covid restrictions remaining in place in England until 19th July, Dogs Trust says it’s a ‘silver lining’ for some dog owners who now have extra time to prepare their dogs for normal life returning. Since the Government’s roadmap out of lockdown came into effect earlier this year, Dogs Trust has...
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Inseparable pair of rescue dogs searching for a way to stay...

Move over Romeo and Juliet, step aside Bey and Jay, make way Harry and Meghan, there’s a new love story unfolding now. Meet TJ and Coral, a pair of rescue dogs who first crossed paths when they were both brought to Battersea’s Old Windsor centre at the start of the...
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Helping Your Puppy Adjust to Life after Lockdown

A brand new 'Pupcast' podcast from Natures Menu discusses how to manage new situations for your puppy as we move out of lockdown. Among 3.2 million people buying a pet during lockdown*, research** revealed that 22% found looking after their pup more difficult than they thought, making the prospect of...
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RSPCA braces for influx of cats during kitten season

The RSPCA is bracing for an influx of unwanted kittens coming into its care this kitten season. Kitten season, when most litters of kittens are born, runs from May to September, and often sees charities like the RSPCA overwhelmed with cats and kittens coming into its rescue centres. Cats were the...
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100kg mastiff is adopted by family with heart as big as...

A 100kg mastiff called Galahad - who made news around the world after a Dogs Trust appeal to find his forever home - has been adopted. Galahad is the biggest-ever dog cared for at Dogs Trust Canterbury Rehoming Centre and the same weight as a baby elephant. The friendly four-year-old boy has had a lot of change in his life, so it was very important to find him the perfect match. He’s been living with his...
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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...