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Lonely Planet & Blue Cross join forces to encourage feline fostering

Lonely Planet has teamed-up up with the Blue Cross national pet charity to launch its new children’s book - Atlas of Cats and raise awareness of the importance of understanding more about our feline friends and how fostering cats can make a life-changing difference to furry lives. Over the next...
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Vets issue warning to pet owners as spiders set to invade...

A seasonal drop in temperatures means we are heading towards spider season; wildlife experts have advised UK households. Whilst it is likely to send a shiver down the spine of anyone with a phobia of the eight-legged creatures, the UK’s leading emergency vets has issued a warning to pet owners...
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Still no home for abandoned cat who was found in taped-up...

Charlie is patiently waiting to be chosen despite several rehoming appeals Nearly six months on and the RSPCA is still looking for a new home for a black cat who was abandoned outside its rehoming centre in Chesterfield in a taped-up cardboard box. Two-year-old Charlie is believed to have clawed his...
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Warning: Driving with pets could land you a £5,000 fine this...

With the school holidays underway, the RAC predicts 27 million drivers will be going on leisure trips by car this week, making it the second busiest summer getaway weekend since 2015. Many holidaymakers will be bringing their pets along for the ride; however, drivers should be aware that failing to...
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Senior Agility Team GB secure medals at the first Senior Open...

The Kennel Club would like to congratulate Senior Agility Team GB on their success at the first Senior Open Agility World Championships in Opglabbeek, Belgium this weekend (19 – 21 July), which took place alongside the Junior Open Agility World Championships. The Senior Agility Team GB competed over three days at...
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Charity dog walk sets sights on Guinness World Records™ title

It’s a deluge of Dachshunds! Back to celebrate its fifth year, the Agria Dog Walk UK is set to make a splash with its inaugural Guinness World Records title attempt, aiming to break the record for Largest Dachshund Dog Walk this May. Taking place at Marble Hill House, London, the...
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Lluest rescues four ‘discarded’ pony stallions – with names from the...

In a tale reminiscent of epic fantasy, the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust proudly introduces four noble stallions, each named after characters from the beloved saga, "The Lord of the Rings." Their journey to Lluest began amidst the hustle and bustle of the busy A48 between Pyle and Margam, where...
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Five-year animal ban for County Durham man after three dogs found...

Lurcher Molly was emaciated, weighing only 9.45kg (20.83lb), and had eaten a bin liner The lurchers were discovered living in a bedroom after the RSPCA gained entry to the property with the help of police and the landlord.  One of the dogs, a female called Molly (pictured above), was so malnourished...
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Pet owners urge to check garden for these five toxic plants

As Spring blossoms across the UK, thoughts turn to transforming our gardens for the warmer months ahead. With longer days beckoning us outdoors, it's no surprise that many of us are starting to plan how we'll transform our outdoor spaces just in time for BBQ season. But for those with...
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KONG Day appeal to deliver presents to sheltered dogs across Southampton

Hungry hounds are drooling at the thought of Kong toys packed with food from Healthy Pet Store in Totton being delivered to shelters across Southampton. Healthy Pet Store customers and visitors are being urged to "stuff a KONG" with delicious and nutritious treats for International KONG Day in store on April 8th. On...
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Insta-grim: Why the most popular dog breed on Instagram is the...

French bulldogs are popular on Instagram - but their ‘cute’ look comes at a cost With 39 million posts, French bulldogs are the most ‘Instagrammable’ dog breed in the world - but behind the cute photos is a sinister health issue. The RSPCA is raising awareness of the serious health complications...
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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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Senior Agility Team GB secure medals at the first Senior Open...

The Kennel Club would like to congratulate Senior Agility Team GB on their success at the first Senior Open Agility World Championships in Opglabbeek, Belgium this weekend (19 – 21 July), which took place alongside the Junior Open Agility World Championships. The Senior Agility Team GB competed over three days at...