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Is it safe to take your dog for a walk during...

As weather warnings are issued up and down the UK for the arrival of Storm Eowyn, dog owners up and down the country will be asking themselves ‘Is it safe to take my dog for a walk?’ and “How do I keep my dog calm during the storms?”. With this...
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Dog rescued after being thrown from car

A skinny, matted dog is receiving treatment and care after being thrown from a car in Birmingham. The RSPCA has launched an investigation after a tiny dog was brought into the charity’s Newbrook Farm Centre and Hospital on Thursday (13 August). Inspector Vicky Taylor, who is now investigating said: “This poor...
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Environet expands Japanese knotweed detection dog team

Environet UK has expanded its Japanese knotweed detection dog team with the addition of black Cocker Spaniel rescue dog Buddy. Following strong demand among homeowners, buyers and sellers for dog detection surveys since the service was launched just two months ago, Mick and Mack, Environet’s pair of fox-red Labrador...
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Dog survives after getting plastic ball stuck in throat

A dog is lucky to be alive after a plastic ball he swallowed got stuck in the top of his throat – totally blocking his windpipe. Border Collie Scout only survived because the spiky toy had a hole in the middle through which he was just about able to gasp...
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The coronavirus puppy boom: one in four admit to impulse buying...

New research from the Kennel Club reveals a quarter of new owners admit to buying a puppy during the coronavirus pandemic with little research. The research released this week as part of the Kennel Club's  #BePuppyWise campaign, shows that 41% of those who bought a puppy said the main reason...
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National Dog Day 2020: Do you have the UK’s cutest pooch?

Ahead of National Dog Day on 26 August, Safestyle UK is looking for the UK’s cutest pooch. During the pandemic, Dogs Trust reported an ‘overwhelming’ number of requests to adopt canines, with 25% more dogs rehomed in comparison to the same time last year. To celebrate the nation’s pooches and National...
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Shar Pei’s battle with loneliness during lockdown

Many pets have enjoyed having their owners work from home during the pandemic, but some have faced endless days alone whilst key workers’ hours increased. This was the case for 12-year old Shar Pei Bella Boo whose owner was forced to leave her at home whilst she attended regular 12-hour...
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RSPCA appeals to find owner of rabbit found on the side...

The RSPCA is appealing to find the owner of a lost or abandoned rabbit who was found by a member of the public by the side of a busy road in Bedfordshire. The male Lionhead rabbit was spotted by a member of the public on Saturday (8 August) on the...
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RSPCA rescue a pair of ponies from pond

Two ponies have been rescued in Wolverhampton, West Midlands after falling into a pond where they got stuck. RSPCA inspector Vicki Taylor was called to help after the ponies were spotted stranded in the pond neck-high in water in a garden in Great Moor Road on Sunday 9 August. Vicki said:...
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Sit, stay, snap: Five tips to take perfect photos of your...

We’re a nation of pet lovers, with half (50%) of UK adults owning a pet, so it is no surprise that, on average, we take up to seven photos of our pets every day. With this in mind, online smartphone retailer, Mobiles.co.uk, has worked with pet photographer, Karen Bennett, to...
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RSPCA shines a light on the welfare needs of rabbits as...

The RSCPA is shining a light on the common issues of rabbit welfare as part of Rabbit Awareness Week (10 – 23 August). Since the start of lockdown in March, the charity has taken 189 rabbits into its care. In 2019, the charity rescued 3,810 rabbits and rehomed 2,589 – an...
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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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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...