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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...
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Cat skewered in chest by bamboo saved by PDSA Vets

A cat owner from London is urging gardeners to make sure plant support canes are safely stored or capped as they clear gardens this autumn, after his cat nearly died when a bamboo cane pierced his chest. It remains a mystery as to how three-year-old Shadow, from Plumstead in South...
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UK Govt must ‘prioritise and lead’ for animals as Westminster set...

The new UK Government will today (Wednesday 9 October) be urged to “prioritise and lead on” animal welfare - as the 200-year history of the RSPCA is celebrated at a Parliamentary debate in Westminster Hall. Member of Parliament Ruth Jones will today lead the debate, which falls during the 200th...
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Dog owners warned of autumn hazards that could cause death

With the change of the season comes a whole new realm of things to be on the lookout for when it comes to your dog and their general health and safety whilst out and about. Pooch & Mutt's Resident Vet Dr. Linda Simon brings you some of the main things to...
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Vet charity’s danger warning as dark nights draw closer

With autumn comes shorter days and longer nights, meaning your normal evening walk may become suddenly very dark! As the clocks also go back this month, it’s time to start getting prepared for the darker days to come.  Each year, vet charity PDSA treats thousands of pets who have been...
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Three-legged Dudley voted Clarks Village’s top dog

Dudley, a five-year-old Hungarian Vizsla, is the winner of Clarks Village’s Pawsome Pooch competition – designed to find a canine ambassador for the dog-friendly Somerset shopping outlet following its Pawsome Pooch weekend. The celebratory dog event saw thousands visit Clarks Village across two days to enjoy free professional pet photo...
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Survey reveals 73% of Brits believe older dogs can learn new...

A new survey reveals that while 73% of UK dog owners believe that “you can teach an old dog new tricks,” confidence in their ability to train their dog varies across the nation. The survey of over 1000 UK dog owners reveals the most common issues dog owners face and...
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Appeal to trace owner of emaciated dog left in filthy crate...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after the charity released heartbreaking images of a young dog abandoned in a faeces-strewn crate at a block of flats in Lancashire. Council workmen discovered the frightened crossbreed on the second floor of the property at Eversley in Skelmersdale last Wednesday (25 September).  She weighed...
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Tall Tails launches new dog toys & beds: Designed with baby-grade...

This Christmas, treat your beloved companions to the gift of fun, comfort and safety, with the latest arrivals from across the pond! Just in time for the festive season, Tall Tails' best-selling pet products—now available in the UK—are set to bring excitement and peace of mind to your pet's Christmas...
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The UK’s strangest pet names of 2024 are revealed

As a nation, there's nothing we love more than our pets and we all think our beloved companions are one of a kind! That’s why so many of the 38 million pets in UK homes are given unique and strange names that make them stand out from all the others. To celebrate...
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Dogs Trust urges dog owners to act NOW to prepare their...

With just over a month until Bonfire Night, Dogs Trust is calling on dog owners to start preparations now to prevent firework season from becoming a stressful time for their canine companions.  With fireworks expected across the country during Bonfire Night, Diwali, and Halloween celebrations, Dogs Trust is issuing advice to help...
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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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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...