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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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New study reveals that dozy Dachshunds are Britain’s laziest dogs

Dachshunds are Britain’s laziest pooches – resting for nearly 13 hours a day, a new study by Burns Pet Nutrition can reveal.   Renowned for their loyalty, brightness and devotion, these little-legged sidekicks enjoy lots of sleep, whether it's in their bed or naps on laps.    The survey of 2,000 UK pet owners asked...
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One-eyed cat needs new home after his previous owner could no...

The RSPCA is appealing to find a home for a one-eyed 11-year-old cat who sadly came into the charity’s care earlier this month. Gabriel is being cared for by the RSPCA Stafford, Wolverhampton and District Branch after his previous owner of 11-years was sadly diagnosed with dementia and was struggling to care for...
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Dog with missing paw searches for new home after being abandoned

Sister dogs who were abandoned outside an RSPCA rescue centre are looking for new homes and fresh start Husky crossbreed sisters, Ava and Narla, were brought into the RSPCA’s Southridge Animal Centre, in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, on 10 November 2023 after being found abandoned outside the shelter’s gates. Southridge Behaviour and Welfare Advisor Claire...
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New research reveals the perfect tempo for running with your dog

You’ll never walk alone with a dog at your side, but why stop at walking? Natural dog food brand Harringtons has mined Spotify data across thousands of playlists to discover which dog breeds make a good running partner and the best running songs to train to. Dogs have a natural prey...
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Leading pet food and wellbeing company partners with dog behaviour specialist...

Rosyth-based pet food and wellbeing company, Bella & Duke, today announces a partnership with leading dog trainer and canine behaviourist, Nikki Mather. Nikki takes on the role as Bella & Duke’s consultant dog trainer and behaviourist, to help pet owners and Bella & Duke customers across the country give...
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RSPCA investigates after emaciated dog found curled up behind bush

Roxy was ‘painfully skinny’ sparking an RSPCA investigation The RSPCA is appealing for information to track down the owners of a ‘painfully skinny’ dog found curled up on a driveway behind a bush in Essex. Three-year-old Dogue de Bordeaux cross Roxy was found huddled by a bush on a driveway in...
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Which pooch should you pick according to your zodiac sign 🌙⭐🐶

If you're looking to introduce a furry friend to your family in the not-so-distant future, you're not alone.  There has been a significant rise in the number of pet owners over the last year, in part due to lockdown. In fact, between the start of lockdown and March 2021, 3.2...
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Making gardens more cat friendly

Cats love to be outside so in the run-up to National Gardening Week on 1 May, the feline welfare charity Cats Protection has some top tips for cat owners. Beware of dangerous plants The most important gardening tip for all cat owners is to avoid lilies both outdoors and inside the...
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Pets Choice expands its Pet Trade Team

Blackburn-based pet food manufacturer Pets Choice has brought in three new recruits including a Head of Pet and eCommerce Sale Pets Choice has announced that Ken Davies has joined as Head of Pet and eCommerce Sales having previously worked as the Director of Area Sales at LeisureGrow PetFace, supporting key...
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A spring in your step

Birmingham Dogs Home launches walking challenge to support homeless dogs Birmingham Dogs Home is encouraging the local community to walk 100k in May for National Walking Month while raising funds to support homeless dogs in the West Midlands. The charity is launching the ‘Spring into May’ challenge to support the four-legged friends...
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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...