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Worried pet owners would cut back on food and heating rather...

Worried pet owners in the UK would cut back on food and heating rather than give up their beloved companion, a new survey has found. The poll for national pet charity Blue Cross found the almost two-thirds of owners (58%) have already reduced personal and household spending to afford their...
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Dogs Trust is now rehoming within Cumbria

Staff at Dogs Trust Penrith are delighted to now be rehoming dogs locally via dedicated foster carers. As 2022 began, so did the new system to rehome dogs in the local area direct from foster homes in Cumbria.  Previously dogs were moved for rehoming from Penrith to one of Dogs...
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Arden Grange brings 25-year anniversary celebrations to Crufts

Celebrating 25 years in business, Sussex-based pet food company Arden Grange is inviting visitors at Crufts 2022 to enter its draw to win £25,000 and a year’s supply of its super premium pet food. The company has been running a series of activities celebrating “25 Years of Trusted Nutrition”, including...
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Five life-changing dogs named as finalists in Crufts Hero Awards

The Kennel Club and actress Sally Phillips have revealed the five finalists of the prestigious Hero Dog Award, taking place at Crufts 2022. The annual Kennel Club Hero Dog Award celebrates the unique relationship people have with their dogs, the important role man’s best friend plays throughout our lives and...
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Rescue dog Diego hopes to be star player in home of...

A tiny Chihuahua has found himself in need of a retirement home where he can rest his paws after his owner passed away. Although at eleven Diego may no longer have the speed or fancy footwork of football legend Diego Maradona, who staff at Dogs Trust Kenilworth believe he may...
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Signs your dog may have a food intolerance, sensitivity or allergy...

Dogs can also have food intolerances, sensitivities, and allergies too – it's not just us! With this in mind, dog owners often find themselves wondering what the real differences are between these common complaints? Furthermore, how can we identify these complaints in man's best friend? How should you adjust your...
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Pioneering RAF Police Dog to receive Animals’ Victoria Cross

A retired RAF Police Dog received the prestigious PDSA Dickin Medal for his life-saving devotion to duty, protecting British and Allied troops while serving in Afghanistan, in 2013. A pioneer in his field, Hertz is the first dog in British military history to detect electronic communications equipment such as mobile...
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Cat charities urge owners to neuter their cats as an estimated...

For World Spay Day (Tuesday 22 February) cat welfare organisations came together to urge owners to get their cats spayed as neutering levels dropped significantly during the pandemic. There are an estimated 10 million cats in the UK and on average around 91% of owned cats are neutered year on...
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Research reveals dogs’ favourite treats for Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day

New research has revealed the treats that dogs can’t get enough of, the top brands of biscuits, and how pet-parents can most effectively use treats to train their dogs, ahead of International Dog Biscuit Appreciation Day. Analysts at kennel manufacturer Benchmark Kennels have surveyed dog owners to find their favourite...
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Appeal for information after collapsed puppy dumped in rucksack

A tiny puppy is receiving round-the-clock care after being abandoned in a rucksack in Berkshire woodland. The chocolate-coloured cockapoo was rushed into a local veterinary surgery on Thursday 10 February after witnesses saw him being dumped in a rucksack in Finchampstead Woods. The clinic admitted the tiny puppy, who arrived in...
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Two new funds launched to support vulnerable dogs and owners

The Kennel Club Charitable Trust (KCCT) has announced two new funds to support vulnerable dogs and owners in desperate situations. A dog is not just for Christmas and neither is the KCCT support, so the trust has opened a new fund for 2022 following on from its successful ‘Double the...
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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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The High Street Cafes and Restaurants where you can dine with...

The UK High Street is becoming more dog-friendly, with several big-name cafes, coffee shops and restaurants now welcoming pets alongside their pet parents. Brands such as Starbucks, Costa, Café Nero, Gaucho and Bill’s all have opened their doors to customers’ canine companions.  Dog-friendly Vietnamese restaurant chain Pho has partnered with leading pet...