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Christmas leftovers leave Labrador on emergency drip
A dog owner from Aberdeen is warning owners to keep chocolate away from pets this festive period, after her family’s Labrador was rushed to the vets for emergency treatment.
“My daughter had been given a couple of boxes of chocolate for Christmas,” explains dog owner Louise Ritchie, “and, with amazing...
Sharp rise in reported skin cancers among pets in the UK
In line with Sun Awareness Week, Animal Friends Pet Insurance are raising awareness of the importance of sun protection for pets.
Sun Awareness Week starts today and runs until 20th May and many pet owners assume that fur protects their pets from skin complications, which is not always the case.
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Pony dumped in backyard of Stoke-on-Trent home
The RSPCA are appealing for information after a pony was dumped in somebody’s backyard in Stoke-on-Trent.
Together with Word Horse Welfare, the animal welfare charity is appealing for information after the pony was left in backyard of a house on Ford Green Road last week.
The shocked homeowner, unsure what to...
Research by MORE TH>N reveals trends in UK pet ownership
A new study by MORE TH>N has revealed trends in UK pet ownership with over half of pet owners seeing their cats and dogs as more beneficial to their wellbeing than other humans.
The study from MORE TH>N reveals the full extent of the nation’s love for pets and illustrates...
Cats Protection deliver air gun petition to 10 Downing Street
Cats Protection has delivered a 100,000- strong petition directly to 10 Downing Street to call for a change in the law to air gun ownership in England and Wales.
The petition is part of a major campaign by the charity for legislation on air guns to be brought in line...
A new survey has revealed a rise in pets at weddings
As Royal Wedding fever sweeps across the UK, new research has revealed that 4 in 10 pet owners would want their pet at their wedding.
A survey of UK pet owners* commissioned by raw and natural pet-food experts Natures Menu, has found that almost half of pet lovers (40%) would...
Parliament announces inquiry into ineffective Dangerous Dogs Act
The RSPCA has today welcomed an inquiry by the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee into the current legislation on dangerous dogs.
The announcement comes almost two years after the RSPCA launched its high profile #EndBSL campaign, calling on the UK Government to review Section 1 of the Dangerous...
Kittens dumped in box looking for new homes fit for royalty
Four kittens that were dumped in a cardboard box are looking for new homes fit for a king or queen.
The five-week old kittens were discovered by a member of the public in a box near garages in Kensel Green, North West London and taken to animal welfare charity, Mayhew.
With...
The Family Pet Show collaborates with PDSA Petsurance
The Family Pet Show has announced PDSA Petsurance will be the headline sponsor at this year’s pet extravaganza.
PDSA Petsurance will be the official sponsor of the Family Pet Show 2018 held at Manchester’s EventCity on 6-7 October. The Family Pet Show is the only indoor show where visitors are...
New cat toy proves to be three times the fun for...
Catit Play has launched a new 3-in-1-circuit toy, which provides your cat with hours of fun.
The new Catit toy, which includes Catnip to stimulate your cat’s playtime even more, can provide maximum enjoyment whilst taking up little room in your home.
There are three options available for cat owners to...
Do pets hold the key to our mental wellbeing?
Mental health and pets are regularly linked as animals can offer companionship to those who need it most.
As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from 14th to 20th May, Argos Pet Insurance highlights the benefits of pet ownership.
A sense of purpose
Pets require a regular routine. Everyday tasks...
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Santa Paws: Research reveals dogs love Christmas just as much as...
With just two weeks until Christmas, new research has revealed that over a third of the nation’s dog owners (41%) believe their furry friend loves Christmas more than they do. Over a quarter (28%) even believe their pooch recognises Santa Claus.
So much so, that various Santa’s Grottos across the...
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