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How to spot hypothermia in pets

With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.  PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
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RSPCA teams up with pet accessory distributor to help keep dogs...

The RSPCA has teamed up with RSW International to help keep dogs’ minds and bodies active. The animal welfare charity has partnered with the pet accessory importer and distributer which supplies innovative, robust and stylish pet accessories and toys. The range includes a variety of embellished leads and collars, illuminated...
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Cattitude box – the purrfect subscription service for cat lovers

Cat lovers will now be able to own a stylish new subscription box created for cats and their owners. The new Cattitude Box can be ordered on a monthly or bi-monthly basis and not only are they packed with pet products, cat ladies will also get a few gifts themselves.  The...
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Mayhew’s Pick & Snip scheme designed to help vulnerable pet owners

London-based animal charity, Mayhew has launched a new innovative programme to provide vulnerable pet owners with preventative veterinary care. The charity understands the links between social issues and animal welfare, and work hard to improve life for pets and their owners through a series of pro-active community initiatives and preventative...
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London Assembly members unite to support Battersea’s pet friendly properties campaign

London Assembly members from across the political spectrum were today united in their support for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home’s campaign for more pet-friendly properties in London. Last November, Battersea published a research report which showed that 21% of Councils and 64% of the largest Housing Associations in London had...
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Study reveals lengths Brits go to to keep their pets warm

New research has revealed the lengths animal lovers in Britain will go to to keep their furry friends warm. A study by npower shows that we may be spending more on energy than we think, with a shocking 73.4% of pet owners turning on electrical appliances just for their pets. Researchers...
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Dogs will go bananas for new Fish4Dogs treats

Fish4Dogs has added a fruity new addition to its popular range of fish-wrapped treats. Banana wraps are delicious treats made from dry banana slices wrapped in fish skins, which will be available to buy later this month (15 February). Included due to popular demand, banana was voted for by Fish4Dogs...
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Orvis UK customers raise over £2000 for Pets as Therapy

Last week, Orvis UK presented a cheque to Pets as Therapy (PAT) from money raised by its customers. Orvis asked customers of they would be kind enough to donate one pound for PATs between the period of October and December. Eighteen stores in the UK helped to raise the money, with...
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Very special rescue dog becomes 12,000th to find her forever home

Dogs Trust Merseyside are celebrating after finding 12,000 dogs their forever home. There is cause of double celebration at Dogs Trust Merseyside after celebrating finding 12,000 dogs their forever home, as the 12000th dog found herself without a home for the second time. Staff at the Huyton-based rehoming centre spotted 18-month...
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Three-quarters of UK pet holidaymakers choose staycations

Pet charity reveals that three-quarters of UK pet owning holidaymakers are choosing staycations over holidaying abroad. Many UK holidaymakers are already planning their Easter and summer breaks and as a treasured member of the family many will be taking their pet. However, Blue Cross reveals that 47% of cat or dog...
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Battersea urges people to think before they turn to the internet...

Battersea Cats and Dogs Home is urging the public to consider rescuing an animal rather than using the internet to buy a dog. They are urging the public to think before they click and do their research before considering taking on a dog as a pet. The animal charity released new...
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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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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...

A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer. Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent. She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex. Mette...