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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...
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Pooch & Mutt release NEW calming and superfood dental sticks

Pooch & Mutt introduce new, vet approved dental sticks to their range of treats and supplements for dogs. The dental sticks come in two flavours, Superfood ‘Mint & Spirulina’ and Calming ‘Hemp & Sage’ -  both boosted with novel functional ingredients to offer added value! Superfood ‘Mint & Spirulina’ Contains powerful phytonutrients...
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Companionship is number one reason for getting a dog, shows newly...

A newly released study carried out by Dogs Trust has revealed that around eight in ten owners said companionship for themselves was a reason they got a dog. The research, which involved collecting data from a large number of respondents (8,050 current and 2,884 potential dog owners completed the survey),...
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Vet shares 9 top tips to keep dogs safe ahead of...

As the met office releases its weather predictions for June, the UK is set to experience "a lot of dry weather" and warm temperatures, especially in the south of England from June 6 onwards. As the weather warms up and we get our first glimpses of summer, we won’t be...
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Expert tips on moving with your pet to another country

With searches for ‘moving abroad’ seeing a 22% increase in April (vs. March), more people than ever might be set to make the big move to another country, but what does that mean if you’re a pet owner? Moving yourself as well as a beloved pet to another country can...
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Party food for dog sees increase in sales ahead of the...

It’s Jubilee time and it’s not just people who are set to celebrate, as Pets at Home reveals that sales of pet party food are soaring too. From cakes for canines and even ‘wine’ for dogs, Pets at Home stores have seen a 31% increase in sales of pet party...
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Cat who underwent extensive physiotherapy after being hit by a car...

The RSPCA in Cornwall is appealing to find a purr-fect home for a friendly cat, affectionately named Bumper, after he was hit by a car. The five-year-old tabby and white cat arrived into the care of the William and Patricia Venton Animal Centre in March. He was living as a...
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Paleo Ridge to launch Strawberries & Cream supplementary treat at Dogstival

Paleo Ridge, the UK’s leading and most accredited producer of high-quality raw dog food, today announces the launch of a limited-edition summer supplementary treat, ‘Strawberries & Cream’. The frozen kefir-based cubes, perfect for keeping pet pooches cool this summer, will be previewed at Dogstival on the Jubilee weekend, ahead...
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World rally driver races to help homeless hounds cross finishing line...

Ford World Rally Championship driver Gus Greensmith zoomed into Dogs Trust Manchester recently to meet some of the dogs in need of new homes. Dog-lover Gus took along a one-off helmet he designed in the yellow and black of Dogs Trust and carrying the charity’s logo, which he recently wore...
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Animal lovers fund life-saving operation for brave kitten who fell from...

A five-month-old kitten who is thought to have become trapped and then fallen from the engine of a moving car has had a life-saving operation after animal lovers raised nearly £1,700 in less than 18 hours to fund her treatment. Fifi was rushed to a vet by a kind-hearted member...
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Common household items that may be harmful to pets

With pet ownership rising in the UK, you might be one of many people who has decided to take home a new four-legged friend. However, did you know that many common household items can be harmful to your pet? Here, Chris Socratous, Senior Brand Manager at the pet experts Bob...
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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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Blossom the dog saved by PDSA after dog attack left her...

A loveable Maltese cross dog named Blossom was saved by PDSA vets after suffering extensive wounds to her neck and chest from another dog, while out on a walk. The seven-year-old dog, whose favourite pastime is shredding her owner’s post, was being walked by a friend when out of nowhere...