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How to spot hypothermia in pets
With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.
PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
Woman’s best friend! Men losing the battle for their partner’s affection…...
Women in the UK show more love for their cat or dog than their own partner, a new study has found.
Research commissioned by Burns Pet Nutrition suggests millions of British men are losing the battle for their partner’s affection to the four-legged ‘so-called’ friend sharing their home.
The study found a third...
Dogs Trust issues winter alert: Beware the hidden danger of Antifreeze...
As temperatures drop and winter weather sets in, Dogs Trust is urging pet owners to take extra care in protecting their furry friends from the hidden dangers of antifreeze.
Commonly used in de-icing products, screen wash and in car engines, antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, a highly toxic substance that can...
Vets remove 20″ arrow from puppy’s stomach
Leading vet charity PDSA saved a puppy’s life after he swallowed a 20" plastic toy arrow whole, which needed emergency surgery to remove.
It’s unknown exactly how four-month-old Cane Corso pup, Bruno, bit of more than he could chew while playing with his doggie pal, Hugo. At first his...
Ten-year-old dog trainer from Northumberland achieves gold with Golden Retriever
Ten-year-old Molly Foxall from Cramlington, and her devoted Golden Retriever, Nacho, have together achieved the highest award in dog training - The Kennel Club Gold Citizen Award, following three years of dedication and hard work.
The Good Citizen Dog Training scheme, which promotes responsible dog ownership by teaching owners to train...
Nutravet Introduces Three NEW Health Chews for Dogs
Nutravet is thrilled to announce three new health chews specially designed for dogs, adding to their trusted range of Nutracalm®, Nutraquin®, and Nutracoat® products. These tasty, easy-to-give chews provide daily support in three key areas of dog wellness: joint health, skin and coat care, and stress relief.
Made with hydrolysed...
Make a plan for your pets this Christmas
Planning for a magical Christmas is in full swing, the decorations are already lining the aisles in the shops, and the kids have probably started hinting at what they want to find under the tree on Christmas morning.
But have you made plans for your pets this Christmas?
The RSPCA is urging pet...
Birmingham Dogs Home issues urgent winter appeal
Birmingham Dogs Home has issued an urgent appeal after witnessing a drastic increase of dogs coming into its care this winter following cases of neglect and abuse.
The charity is today issuing a plea for help with the increasing challenges and pressures across the Christmas period, stating “time is of the essence this...
Top tips for creating a doggy utility room to keep your...
After a long, dry summer, many of us are looking forward to a drop in temperature, including our furry friends. But while dogs might enjoy autumnal drizzles and downpours, their owners certainly aren’t looking forward to the muddy pawprints this weather brings.
Of course you’ll want your pet to have...
Urgent warning for dog owners ahead of Road Safety Week
Crossing the road carefully and avoiding collisions is just common sense to humans, we don’t give it a second thought. For dogs, however, it’s not that simple.
Internal data from dog insurance provider, Animal Friends Pet Insurance shows that the autumn months are the most dangerous for animal road accidents, with the final...
Man in court for hunting with dogs and treating injuries himself
A man has been handed a suspended prison sentence and disqualified from keeping dogs after using his terriers to hunt wildlife and treating their injuries at home himself.
Peter Bewsher of Greendykes, Egremont, Cumbria, was in court on Tuesday (6 November) after three dogs were rescued by the RSPCAas part of...
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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...
A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer.
Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent.
She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex.
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