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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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The first pet paralympic-style games are a great success

 The world’s first ever pet Paralympic-style games took place at the Bath & West Country Festival and was an un-fur-gettable event. The Petsure Games, which were held at the Bath & West Country Festival from 27- 29th August, saw 100s of dogs of all shapes, sizes and abilities get their paws in gear for one of...
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Top tips for a pet-safe BBQ

With the August bank holiday weekend fast approaching, many Brits will be preparing to host the ultimate summer barbecue – but do we always consider the hidden hazards for our pets? PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing says: “From heatstroke and burns, to bin raids and broken glass, there are many...
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Stray dog spends four years looking for paw-fect home

A stray lurcher has been dubbed Britain’s most unwanted dog after being rescued from the streets but missing out on a new home for four years. Four-year-old Sue was rescued from the Bath area and arrived at the RSPCA’s Bath Cats and Dogs Home on 22 August 2017. After marking her...
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Doggy Dependency: Return to Office Life

As the nation begins to return to office life following the COVID-19 pandemic, research from Nature’s Variety, has found that one in three Brits would take a day off work sick if their pet is unwell. The findings have been revealed as part of this International Dog Day (26th August)...
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National Dog Day: The top dog-safe flowers to plant in your...

It’s estimated there are now 12.5 million dogs in the UK, making dogs the nation’s favourite pet. And with more than 3 million households welcoming a dog during the pandemic, many families across the nation are experiencing the joys of owning a dog for the first time. But many new...
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Dogs Trust Bridgend seeks home for left-behind mum

Dogs Trust Bridgend is in search of a loving new home for a doggy mum who has watched her pups head off to their forever homes one-by-one. Five-year-old Lurcher, Tia Maria, has been overlooked whilst her pups – nine in total – have stolen the hearts of their new families and are happily settled in...
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Two blind kittens hope to find their paw-fect forever home after...

Two blind kittens who were rescued by the RSPCA last Christmas are hoping to find their forever home after eight months in the charity's care being treated for problems with their eyes. Ginger kittens Gabriel and Arthur were rescued from a builders’ yard in Peterlee, County Durham, in December last...
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The Petsure Games raises the middle claw to pet prejudice

The world’s first EVER pet Paralympic-style games launch in the UK this summer for what is set to be an un-fur-gettable event. As the (human) Paralympics commences on 24th August, dogs up and down the country will be training for The Petsure Games to ensure they are up to snuff. The Petsure Games, which will be...
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The best dog breeds for every type of traveller

Everyone knows a dog is man’s best friend. With increasing numbers of people having brought a dog into their lives during the pandemic period, the joys of dog ownership are being felt across the world. For keen travellers, though, bringing a dog into your life might seem a bit out...
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Cat is reunited with family after FOUR years thanks to microchip

The RSPCA has reunited a family with their cat who went missing four years ago after she was found struggling to breathe just half a mile from where they used to live. RSPCA Inspector Elizabeth Boyd was contacted on 3 August to rescue a cat which had been found near...
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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...