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Dogs Trust asks dog lovers to head outdoors to help homeless...

As memories of Christmas fade along with our commitment to New Year’s resolutions, Dogs Trust is asking dog-lovers to set themselves a fresh challenge by putting their best foot - or paw - forward to support dogs in need.    Dogs Trust is launching its ‘99k for Canines’ challenge, encouraging dog-lovers...
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Festival for dog lovers to return this summer

Woofstock UK, a festival celebrating all things dog, is set to get tails wagging as it returns to Devon this August. Founded in 2014, the award-winning event welcomes families and their dogs to join in a weekend of canine-themed fun. Visitors can expect a host of exciting attractions at the festival:...
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Dog theft increases by 19% during lockdown

New research from Direct Line Pet Insurance reveals that reports of dog theft increased by a fifth in 2020. Last year, an estimated 2,438 dogs were reported as stolen to police forces in the UK, a 19% rise on 2019 (2,026). This is the equivalent of seven dogs being reported...
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World’s first ‘Happy Birthday’ song created for dogs and cats

In a World’s first, Natures Menu has launched a special Happy Birthday song, that only dogs and cats can understand. Featuring high pitched frequencies that can only be heard by dogs and cats, meows and barks and squeaky toy noises, the song has been specifically created to help them celebrate...
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Five myths about dog training vets want you to know aren’t...

With more people welcoming pooches to their family, longer evenings present the perfect time to start outdoor training with our four-legged friends. A vet nurse at leading pet health charity, PDSA has issued advice for new owners and those who may need a refresher, when it comes to pet training. PDSA...
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Bought By Many is new sponsor of Paul O’Grady: For the...

Bought By Many pet insurance has been announced as the new sponsor of hit ITV show – Paul O’Grady: For the Love of Dogs. The show returns on April 7 for five new episodes and follows the ups and downs of life at Battersea Dogs and Cats Home as they...
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Cat charity celebrates remarkable lockdown success

National charity, Cats Protection celebrates the success of its online adoption process, launched in response to the lockdown. Cats Protection is celebrating the first anniversary of a pioneering online adoption process which was launched in response to the lockdown and has rehomed over 20,000 cats around the UK cats to...
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RSPCA highlights why rats hate social distancing

Sunday 4 April marked World Rat Day and the RSPCA is highlighting just how social and intelligent these rodents are and why they are commonly misunderstood pets. There were more than 200 incidents reported to the RSPCA about domestic rats in 2020 (221), this includes rats that have been neglected,...
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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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Top tips for puppy training

Puppy training can be extremely beneficial if started as soon as you bring them home. It not only helps to introduce good behaviour, but...

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...
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Kick off your 2025 fitness goals by running with your dog...

It is no secret that when January rolls around many Brits have been penning New Year’s resolutions that include getting more exercise. Running is a popular choice for those looking to get more active and Google search data tells us that around 6,000 people in the UK are searching for...