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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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Rosewood Pet Products gets tails wagging with new products

Rosewood Pet Products has announced a brand-new line-up to its portfolio of dog toys, treats and accessories. Rosewood has introduced five new additions to its Luxury Leather collars and leads range, including stylish Forest Herringbone print and super cute baby pink and blue. Fashion conscious pet parents will also love...
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Pony rescued from ditch after being neck-high in mud

RSPCA officers and firefighters launched a rescue mission to free a pony who was stuck in a ditch over the weekend. Essex Fire & Rescue Service and the RSPCA were called to a field off Marshfoot Road, Grays in Essex on 19 January after a member of the public spotted...
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Joint care for puppies: the first step to keeping your dog...

Natural animal company, nutravet highlight the benefits of joint care for puppies to keep your dog active througout their life Many pet owners think that it’s only older dogs that need support for their joints, however puppies can also benefit from joint supplementation. It’s reported that 4 out of 5...
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RSPCA appeal after fourth dog is found dumped in Stoke-on-Trent

The RSPCA launch an appeal after a neglected dog, soaked in his own urine was dumped in Stoke-on-Trent. An investigation has been launched after another neglected dog – who appears to have lived in a cage for most of his life – was found dumped in Stoke. This is the fourth...
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International cat show coming to London in May

The biggest cat expo is coming to London for the first time this May, the first event of its kind in the UK. LondonCats will be taking over Tobacco Dock in Centre London on the 4th and the 5th of May 2019 for the biggest cat expo in all of...
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Let rescue dog Raffa help you beat the Blue Monday blues

Dogs Trust Merseyside hope to banish the Monday Blues with a little help from rescue dog Raffa. Today (Monday 21 January) has been dubbed the most depressing day of the year, as Christmas memories fade, the dark nights continue, miserable weather and poor bank balances. However, Dogs Trust Merseyside is hoping...
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RSPCA issue advice to keep animals safe this winter

As some parts of the UK experience the first snowfall of 2019, the RSPCA issue advice to help keep animals safe. Following a mild December and start of the year, weather forecasters have predicted inclement weather is on its way. As the Met Office forecast the coldest spell in winter so...
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Dogs Trust golden oldies are looking for their retirement homes

Four golden oldies with a combined age of 52 years are being cared for at Dogs Trust Bridgend after their owners passed away. Despite not looking for a home together, the four female pooches, Izzy, Queenie, Scooby and Trixie have been dubbed the Golden Girls because of their mature ages...
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HRH The Duchess of Sussex visits Mayhew after announcing Patronage

London based animal welfare charity Mayhew has welcomed The Duchess of Sussex on Her Royal Highness’s first visit as their Patron. The Duchess was welcomed by CEO Caroline Yates along with Mayhew staff and volunteers, as well as members of the community and animals under the charity’s care. Representative Deputy Lieutenant...
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Former podgy pooch crowned UK’s biggest weight loser

A formerly obese Bichon Frise has shed the pounds to be crowned the biggest weight loser at a national pet slimming competition. Archie was entered into the Royal Canin Healthy Weight Competition by Anna Wright, head veterinary nurse at Mimram Veterinary Centre in Welwyn, Hertfordshire.  The 11-year old pooch had...
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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...