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Worried pet owners would cut back on food and heating rather...

Worried pet owners in the UK would cut back on food and heating rather than give up their beloved companion, a new survey has found. The poll for national pet charity Blue Cross found the almost two-thirds of owners (58%) have already reduced personal and household spending to afford their...
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Man jailed after more than 170 animals rescued in UK’s ‘biggest...

A man has been jailed after 170 animals were found living in poor conditions on a Surrey farm in one of the UK’s biggest ever animal rescue operations. Surrey Police executed a warrant at a farm in Ripley, Surrey, on 9 January 2019 as part of an RSPCA-led investigation into...
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Rosewood Pet Products raises £7,750 with charity sale

Rosewood Pet Products has raised £7,750 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, following a sample sale held at its headquarters in Hortonwood, Telford.  Following on from Rosewood’s first sample sale in 2018, the event which took place this September was the most successful to date, surpassing last year’s amount raised by...
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Battersea golden oldie has been searching for a home for 100...

A ten-year-old Collie named Marley has been in the care of Battersea for 100 days, but so far no one has stepped forward to give him a home to call his own. Marley’s owners brought him into Battersea when a change in circumstances meant that they were no longer able...
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StreetVet launch Christmas cards to support pets and their owners experiencing...

Sustainable small paper brand lil wabbit has collaborated with StreetVet, to design an exclusive range of Christmas cards, gift tags and wrapping paper that will support the charity’s work with pets and owners experiencing homelessness, all year round. StreetVet offers free accessible vet care to pets belonging to those experiencing...
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Give your pet the Christmas they deserve with Pets at Home

Pets at Home has unveiled its Christmas range for 2021, with a collection of gifts for dogs, cats and small animals. With the nation’s pets being such a massive support to so many over the past 18 months, this year’s range aims to help pets owners give them the Christmas...
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Cosy up with pets this Christmas

In a spectrum of festive colours, DogCo welcomes you to winter with their sumptuous velvet beds, perfect for lazy fireside evenings and cosy corner sleeps. The stunning Kent Collection includes Snoozeworthy Bolster Beds, Truly Scrumptious Cushions and Snoozy Pillow Cushions, all handmade in luxury upholstery velvet and including feature cherry...
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Time without your dog: Managing your pet’s separation anxiety

Lockdown has been a strange time not only for us humans, but also for our sociable furry friends. Now, over a year after the pandemic began, our dogs may have got very comfortable living the life they always wanted, with many of their beloved owners still working from home,...
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Charity warns: Beware of autumn dangers to pets

Blue Cross pet charity is warning dog owners to be vigilant around conkers and acorns which can poison them if eaten. Some owners may throw conkers for pets to catch without realising the activity is potentially fatal. Dogs can easily swallow conkers which can become lodged in their throat or...
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Four dumped kittens lucky to be found after being thrown over...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after four terrified kittens were found dumped in a carrier bag which it is believed had been thrown over a six feet-high wall. The frightened kittens were found on Wednesday, October 6 by Tracey Baker (56) who was walking her rescue dog Dave in...
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Wet Pooch? Tips and tricks on how to dry your dog

With wet months ahead, we can expect lots of muddy and rainy walks with our pooch! Google Search Trends such as ‘dry dog shampoo’ have increased by 80%, while ‘best dog shampoo for itchy skin’ search trends also rose a whopping 400% in 20211! For any pet owner looking for the...
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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...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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The High Street Cafes and Restaurants where you can dine with...

The UK High Street is becoming more dog-friendly, with several big-name cafes, coffee shops and restaurants now welcoming pets alongside their pet parents. Brands such as Starbucks, Costa, Café Nero, Gaucho and Bill’s all have opened their doors to customers’ canine companions.  Dog-friendly Vietnamese restaurant chain Pho has partnered with leading pet...