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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...
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One in three pet owners have been alerted to danger by...

According to a new study, one in three pet owners have been alerted to danger by their four-legged companions. Researchers who polled 2,000 pet owners found that their animals have warmed them of hazards including fires and carbon monoxide leaks. One in 10 pet owners claimed that their much-loved cat or...
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Staffie Fred hoping to bowl over new owner

A handsome 10-year old Staffie is struggling to find a new home after arriving at RSPCA’s Leybourne Animal Centre in Kent, in September. Fred arrived at the Kent rehoming centre when his owners could no longer care for him and is hoping to bowl over a new owner. Like his...
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PDSA offer advice to pet owners about antibiotics and pets

This week (12-19 November) is World Antibiotics Awareness Week and in their Pet care Column, PDSA aim to raise awareness of antibiotic resistance. Antibiotics have served as a cornerstone of modern medicine; however inappropriate use means some bacteria are developing to them. UK veterinary charity, PDSA aim to raise awareness...
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Nutravet adds to its industry leading range with probiotic capsule

Natural animal health company, nutravet have launched a new veterinary strength probiotic capsule to aid recovery in dogs and cats. Nutraflora has been developed to help aid recovery in dogs and cats following treatment and helps to increase the number of beneficial bacteria and repopulate the balance of good bacteria...
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How to pamper your pet

Are you a pet parent looking for ways to indulge your four-legged companion? Are you looking to return their love by treating them to a special meal or gift? Whatever the occasion – whether it’s Rover’s first birthday or Garfield has gone a whole day without knocking a glass off...
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Battersea Academy helps rescue and rehoming centres worldwide

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has launched a new centre for professional development that will support rescue and rehoming organisations across the world. The Battersea Academy brings the charity’s 158-years’ experience to the fore and will equip animal welfare practitioners with the insight and skills they need to increase their...
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Equine ban for man after two horses left to starve in...

A man has been banned from keeping equines for five years after neglecting two horses, in a case brought by the RSPCA. Pail Simpson of Maple Avenue, Alsager appeared at North Staffordshire Justice Centre on Wednesday 7 November to be sentenced for three animal Welfare Act offences, after pleading guilty...
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Survey highlights bizarre ways dog owners combat their pet’s bad breath

A new survey has highlighted bizarre ways pet parents are trying to combat their dog’s bad breath to get a ‘Hollywoof’ smile. The survey of over 2000 dog owners was commissioned by Lily’s Kitchen to coincide with the launch of Woofbrush, their new natural dental chews.  The results found that...
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Stolen dog reunited with owner thanks to Battersea’s Lost Dogs &...

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home have reunited a worried owner with her Golden Retriever after she was stolen from her in broad daylight in North London. Nine-month old Sheba was taken into Battersea after her owners could no longer look after her and the animal rescue charity checks all...
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RSPCA appeal after elderly dog found with such matted fur he...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a matted dog was handed into a veterinary practice in Norwich. The little black Ihasa apso type was taken into the practice in Costessey on Thursday morning (8 November) by members of the public who claimed they’d found him as a stray. The male...
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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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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...