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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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Pet store hosts “stuff-a-thon” in aid of local dog shelters

A Southampton pet food retailer has hosted its very first ‘stuff-a-thon’ event in collaboration with dog toy brand KONG in aid of local dog shelters. Healthy Pet Store in Totton welcomed families to the store to ‘Stuff a KONG’ with dog-friendly fillings to be frozen and donated to hounds across...
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Tips on How to Make Your Home More Accommodating to Pets

Welcoming a pet into your life brings a wave of unconditional love, playful antics, and heart-warming companionship. But just like any new family member, they deserve a space that caters to their specific needs and desires. Transforming your home into a pet paradise doesn't require a complete renovation but rather...
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National Pet Month educates on springtime pet hazards

Spring marks the beginning of bluer skies, warmer weather, and holidays. Whilst many individuals (and pets) eagerly anticipate the arrival of spring, it’s important for pet owners to be aware of the dangers spring can bring to their furry friends. In April, pet lovers across the nation come together to...
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Newborn puppy hand-reared by RSPCA rescuer after being ‘thrown from car’

Puzzle was found squealing in the road in Surrey A tiny puppy with a cleft palate is being hand-reared by an RSPCA rescuer after she was ‘thrown from a car’ at just a few days old. The tiny terrier puppy was found squealing in Burgoyne Road, Sunbury, on Friday evening (5...
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RSPCA makes rehoming appeal for sofa surfer lurcher who has spent...

Alvin had untreated injuries when he was rescued by the RSPCA in the West Midlands One of the longest-staying RSPCA dogs in England is hoping to find a comfy new sofa to curl up on after spending over two years of his life in kennels.   Four-year-old lurcher Alvin was rescued by the...
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Starving and terrified cat spends 182 days in RSPCA care looking...

Poor Bud was abandoned at a vets before being rescued by the RSPCA The RSPCA in Kent is looking for a loving home for a cat who was abandoned at a vets filthy and starving and in desperate need of care. Nine-year-old Bud came into the care of the RSPCA Canterbury and District Branch in...
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Pampered Pets: UK owners spend up to £5,244 a year on...

A quarter of pet parents feed their dog human food every day Pet parents are willing to spend a considerable amount on treating their beloved pets, new research finds, with the favourite human treats of pets revealed as kale, cheese, and broccoli. One in ten pet owners spend up to £5,244...
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RSPCA’s ‘busiest’ Wildlife Friend pitches in for new microvolunteering scheme

RSPCA’s ‘busiest’ Wildlife Friend pitches in for new microvolunteering scheme A prolific volunteer is calling for people with a love for nature to sign up for the RSPCA’s Wildlife Friends initiative. Charlotte Lister (pictured) was among around 2,000 people who pledged to volunteer their time to become Wildlife Friends for the animal charity...
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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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I’m a vet, and here’s how to tackle your pet’s separation...

Over 9 million dogs and cats in the UK have anxiety. Vet recommends five ways to tackle anxiety in pets. Vets are urgently warning pet owners to address the alarming rise in pet separation anxiety, revealing the issue still hasn’t improved following the pandemic.  According to a survey on pet...
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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...