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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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Natures Menu plan canine takeover for Bring Your Dog To Work...

Natures Menu is supporting this year’s Bring Your Dog to Work Day by signing up to be an official sponsor of the nationwide event. As part of the Bring Your Dog to Work day, which takes place on 22 June, Natures Menu will be having a canine takeover in their...
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Enjoy a picnic as part of National Picnic Week and help...

This week is National Picnic Week and the RSPCA is encouraging animal lovers to scoff some cakes and raise money for animals in need. This summer the charity is asking pet owners to make the most of the sunshine and hold a fundraising picnic to help animals with sponsored games...
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RSPCA reveals June is the toughest month to rehome cats

New data reveals trend in rehoming showing that over six years June is consistently the most difficult month for cats to find a new home. As the summer ‘kitten season’ starts, more cats then ever are said to be looking for new homes, but the RSPCA reports that its rehoming...
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World Cup fever has reached Dogs Trust Evesham

Dogs Trust Evesham is getting behind the nation’s World Cup football team by naming a litter of Lurcher puppies after star players in the England squad. Leading the line-up are Harry Canine, Jamie dig-up-the-Yardy, Jack Russell Butland, Kyle Walkies, John Bones, Eric Dierhound and Nick Pup. All seven puppies are hoping...
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Four in one pet owners do no research, says PDSA report

Leading veterinary charity, PDSA is warning that the continuing trend of owners doing no pre-purchase research before acquiring a pet is risking the long-term health of millions of animals. The warning comes as the eighth annual PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report is published, which has surveyed over 68,000 veterinary professional,...
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Pet refuge scheme has been keeping pets and their owners together...

Since 2004, London – based animal welfare charity, Mayhew has been helping pet owners facing a personal crisis and with no option of help to care for their animal, through their vital pet refuge programme. The initiative provides support for vulnerable pet owners facing a personal crisis including hospitalisation, rehab,...
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Charities encourage dog owners to ‘walk this way’

Dogs Trust and Keep Britain Tidy announce an extension to their successful ‘Walk This Way’ programme to reduce the amount of dog waste left behind by dog walkers. The programme’s pilot saw six popular dog walking routes receive a makeover to feature more bins and clear signage to find them...
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Dumped puppies are adopted by family who rescued them

A farmer and his family were shocked to find out that six puppies had been dumped on their land last summer. The puppies who were huddled together in a corner at the entrance of a field just off the road, were spotted by a neighbour of the farmer. The family called...
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Rabbits remain one of the most misunderstood pets in UK

The PDSA reveal that despite the UK being a nation of animal lovers, rabbits remain one of the most misunderstood pets when it comes to catering for their welfare needs. The UK vet Charity’s Animal Wellbeing Report (PAW) 2018 found that 200,00 rabbits are being fed a potentially harmful diet...
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Finalists announced for the National Cat Awards 2018

Cats Protection has revealed the 14 finalists in this year’s National Cat Awards, the UK’s annual celebration of heroism, survival and companionship in the cat world. From fearless felines that saved the day to miraculous moggies who provide a lifeline in medical emergencies, the finalists are all in the running...
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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...