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Vets issue urgent warning to pet owners over bee and wasp...

Bees and wasps may seem part and parcel of the warmer seasons, but their stings can prove dangerous for your pets and in some cases, fatal.  Vets Now has issued an urgent warning to pet owners, revealing it saw over 400 cases of bee and wasp stings between April to...
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New GPS tracking device set to give pet owners peace of...

Dog owners will be able to keep track of their four-legged companions with the help of a new GPS tracking device. WatchOvers PetTrackie provides pet owners with a pet tracker device with real-time location updates that can be fully managed easily through the free PetTrackie app. To help keep track of...
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Dogs Trust Bridgend celebrates long-term foster carer

Dogs Trust Bridgend is celebrating the devotion of dedicated foster carer Sue Nash from Cardiff, who has given five years of her time to care for homeless dogs. Sue started fostering in 2013 and during her time as a dedicated carer for dogs waiting to be adopted, she has cared...
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Global brand Dremel launches pet nail grooming kit

Global craft brand Dremel is launching a new Pet Nail Grooming Kit to add to their product range. Scissors and clippers can sometimes make the whole nail clipping process uncomfortable for your pet as they apply pressure and can pinch the nail. The new Dremel grooming kit aims to help to...
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PDSA offer advice on microchipping your pets

As we head into summer, the PDSA are raising awareness about the importance of microchipping your pets. June marks National Microchipping Month in the UK and with holiday season nearly upon us, it’s important for pet owners to take precautions before they go away. Microchipping dogs is a legal requirement in...
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Animal lovers needed for double marathon challenge for RSPCA

The RSPCA is encouraging animal lovers to take on a trekking challenge to raise funds to help animals in need. The Threshold Trail series will see three events in June and July with participants taking on the double marathon challenge of 52-miles across some very scenic routes. Nicky Ifould, acting head...
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RSPCA urge people to consider long-term commitment of owning a cat

The RSPCA is urging people to consider the long-term commitment of owning a cat, which on average live for 14 years. There are an estimated 10. Million cats in the UK, cats are a popular choice for many and can make great pets. A study funded by the RSPCA, published in...
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Young cat found hiding in garage finds new home

A young cat that was found hiding in a garage near Wembley, North West London has now found her forever home. Mechanics working in the garage discovered the one-year old tortoiseshell, named Jamillah and immediately contacted animal welfare charity Mayhew. Mayhew’s Animal Welfare Officer, Paul Grimes, said: “When we collected Jamilah...
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Puppy dealing gang jailed for fraud and welfare offences

A gang of fraudsters operating a puppy-dealing ring worth £2.5m have been jailed and disqualified from keeping dogs for life. The gang is estimated to have made at least £2.5m selling sick and dying puppies to unsuspected members of the public across the South East. It comes following a three-year investigation...
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Win tickets to DogFest – the ultimate summer festival for dogs!

Hosted by Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick, DogFest offers dogs, their owners, and dog-lovers an action-packed, fun-filled weekend! We're giving away a family ticket (2 adults and 2 children under 16) to a DogFest date of your choice: Cholmondeley Castle (Cheshire, 16 –17 June), Ashton Court (Bristol, 23 –24 June) & Knebworth...
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Seven rabbits abandoned in park in ‘shocking condition’

The RSPCA has launched an investigation after seven sick and injured rabbits were found dumped in a park in Birmingham. RSPCA animal collection officer, Cara Gibbon collected six of the rabbits, which were found in woodland by a passerby who contacted the animal welfare charity. The passerby managed to catch the...
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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...

Experts reveal dangers in the garden and safe alternatives for your veg patch 

The garden is a great place for pets and owners alike to relax and exercise – however, research shows around 7.8 million dogs in...

How to keep your pet calm at the vet

Going to the vets is essential in keeping your pet healthy. That’s why it’s so important to schedule and attend regular appointments.  Sadly, for some...

The best gadgets to have if you leave your pet alone in your rental

Being a pet owner has numerous perks, but it also comes with a few hurdles, especially if you live in a rental. For one,...

Hitting the road with your dog squad

Taking a trip with your dog can turn an average journey into an epic road trip. But, when you've got more than one furry...
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Dog with lifelong parasitic disease searches for special home

The RSPCA is searching for a very special home for a dog who has a lifelong disease which will need to be managed by her new owners. Poodle cross Elsie was taken in by RSPCA Sussex North & Brighton Branch after she was abandoned, tied up at the gates of the Brighton...