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Newly commissioned report reveals wellbeing wonders of bonding time with pets

A new report shows that strong emotional bonds with pets bring important mental and physical benefits To celebrate the quiet moments of connection between pet parents and their four-legged family members, Lily’s Kitchen, the B Corp pet food brand, has commissioned a series of portraits capturing these cherished moments of...
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Tips for leaving pets for long period of time

With many of us heading out on Easter trips right now, and a lot of us starting to plan our summer vacations kennels will be busier than ever with furry friends having their own holidays.  But many dogs may not enjoy going to kennels or understand why they are there...
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Large rabbit rescue highlights the neglect of popular pet at Easter...

The RSPCA embarked on a huge rehoming programme after more than 160 rabbits were found in overcrowded conditions in a garage in Leicestershire. The pets were rescued from a domestic property in Great Easton near Market Harborough after their owners became overwhelmed as a result of overbreeding. Details of the shocking...
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Easter chocolate warning to pet owners after Bertie’s emergency dash to...

UK's leading pet emergency service saw chocolate toxicity cases rise by 236% last Easter. Vets have issued a chocolate warning to pet owners, as they brace themselves for a surge in cases of pets poisoned by chocolate.  Vets Now, the pet equivalent of A&E, saw chocolate toxicity cases rise by 236% last Easter. Aside from...
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Petpals putting pets and the community first

Petpals prides itself on supporting the areas it serves, and this does not stop at providing quality pet services to its community of furry friends. A growing number of franchisees are placing importance on supporting their communities through charitable initiatives that raise money and awareness for the causes they and...
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Councillor hopefuls urged to ‘prioritise animal welfare’ to avert pet catastrophe

Council candidates across England have been urged to "prioritise animal welfare" - to ensure the cost of living crisis doesn't have catastrophic consequences for the nation's pets, with less than 30 days to go until local elections in large parts of the country.  The call comes as the RSPCA launches...
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Hot cross bun warning issued to pet owners after puppy’s emergency...

UK's leading pet emergency service saw hot cross bun cases rise by 262% last Easter. Vets have issued a hot cross bun warning to pet owners, as they brace themselves for a surge in cases of pets poisoned by the traditional Easter bake. Vets Now, the pet equivalent of A&E, saw hot cross...
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The Kennel Club received Royal prefix on its 150th anniversary

The Kennel Club is delighted to announce that it has been granted a Royal Prefix to mark the 150th anniversary of its existence. Henceforth, the organisation is named The Royal Kennel Club.  Chairman of The Kennel Club, Tony Allcock OBE, said: “We are honoured that as of the 4 April...
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Egg-celent games for your dog this Easter

Dogs Trust share enrichment ideas to keep your pooches safely entertained this Easter The UK’s largest dog welfare charity has shared some of its favourite ways of entertaining our four-legged friends during the spring holiday period and has provided advice for owners on how to have a dog-friendly Easter. Dogs Trust...
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Hug Pet Food creates lamb with mint Easter Feast for pets 

Hug Pet Food Company has launched new mouth-watering editions; Lamb with Mint for dogs and Just Mint for cats, perfect for your fury friend to enjoy! At Hug, we believe pets are part of the family and deserve to eat a balanced diet like we do. Each frozen Ready Meal can simply be popped in the...
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Dogged devotion spurs on first time marathon runner 

A Dogs Trust foster carer is going the extra mile for the dogs she loves by running her first ever marathon to raise money for the charity.  Alex Jones and her partner Mike Evans started fostering dogs when they began working from home during the first Covid lockdown and have...
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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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Experts warn dog owners about toxicity risk from mince pies

Digital PR Agency analysed a huge 500% spike in searches querying toxic dog foods this month, as a study discovered dogs are 75% more likely to be treated by a vet for eating harmful food around the festive season. To inform owners and avoid worry before it’s too late, experts at Digital PR Agency curated a list of...