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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...
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Dogs Trust Bridgend celebrates 100th happy rehome

Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust Bridgend as the rehoming centre celebrates its 100th rehome this year – in the form of an adorable, devoted duo. Taking the accolade are five-year old Jack Russell Pug crosses, Pixie and Cleo, who found themselves in the care of the Pen-y-Fai rehoming centre...
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Dermot O’Leary joins Cats Protection for exclusive video event

Cats Protection invites children to an exclusive virtual event with author and TV presenter Dermot O’Leary. To celebrate the launch of his latest book in the exciting Toto the Ninja Cat series, Dermot O’Leary will be taking part in a video conversation with Cats Protection’s Director of Veterinary Services,...
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Happy ending for dog rescued from drowning in a river

A dog who was rescued from the River Trent has finally found her forever home after spending 15 months recuperating in RSPCA care. Bella was rescued from the River Trent near Long Lane, Farndon, near Newark in January when two dog walkers saw her struggling in the water after she...
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Forthglade launches limited edition recipe for 50th birthday

Forthglade has launched an extra special birthday meal to celebrate fifty years of making tasty recipes for canine companions. The new-limited edition, Sardines & Haddock with Potato and Broccoli meal is made with fish landed in Devon and guaranteed to set tails wagging. Containing 75% Devon fish and packed full of...
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RSPCA sees influx of rabbits and small pets whose owners can...

The RSPCA is seeing an influx of rabbits and other small pets coming into the charity’s care as their owners can no longer care for them. In the last three months (January 2021 to March 2021) the charity has received reports about 150 abandoned rabbits, 78 dumped guinea pigs and...
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Choc-horror as dog nearly dies after eating Easter egg

Vet charity PDSA is issuing a warning after a Chihuahua needed life-saving treatment after tucking into a milk chocolate Easter egg. Mother of five, Tracey from Chatham knew something was desperately wrong when her two-year old Chihuahua Bailey started acting strangely. She said: “He became really lethargic and just wasn’t...
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Dogs Trust rescues 1,500th smuggled puppy through pilot scheme

Dogs Trust is demanding the government to take urgent action to end puppy smuggling after rescuing the 1,500th smuggled puppy through its Puppy Pilot Scheme. In just five years, Dogs Trust has rescued 1,500 puppies who were being illegally imported across UK borders, many in terrible conditions, with a potential...
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Keep paws off Easter treats

Price comparison website, MoneySuperMarket is urging pet owners to take caution and avoid letting their furry friends indulge in chocolate eggs this weekend. Since the start of the global pandemic, Brits have welcomed an additional 3.2 million pets into their homes according to the Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA). With many...
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Animal charity creates free resource for primary schools

International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) has released a free activity pack for primary schools. The activity packa ims to educate children on topics of animal welfare. Animal Stories provides a step-by-step guide to creating a classroom performance that represents the journey of a rescue dog...
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Crufts 2021 is cancelled

The Kennel Club has announced with deep regret that they have decided to cancel Crufts 2021, which was due to take place from 15 – 18 July. This is owing to ongoing uncertainty due to the Covid-19 pandemic and in consideration for the health and safety of all its volunteers,...
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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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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...