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The six best locations in England to take your dog for...

With spring officially here and it bringing warmer weather, dog walkers can expect longer days out with man’s best friend. PDSA vets, together with PDSA Pet Insurance, have named the best dog walking locations across England to make the most of the great outdoors this season. PDSA Vet Nurse Gemma Renwick said:...
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Dogs Trust Manchester hopes Barney finds his furry-tail ending this Valentine’s...

A dog found wandering the streets alone is hoping that his search for ever-lasting love will come to an end this Valentine’s Day. Barney, a three-year old Shar Pei is currently being cared for by the team at Dogs Trust Manchester and has stolen the heart of many, particularly Canine...
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Lily’s Kitchen launches limited-edition ‘Be My Valentine’ recipe for dogs

Lily’s Kitchen has launched a limited-edition ‘Be My Valentine’ tray for dogs, so that pet parents and pups can have a romantic meal for two this Valentine’s Day. To help share the love this Valentine’s Day, Lily’s Kitchen will be donating the full sales price of the trays sold on...
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Battersea launches virtual life drawing sessions for Valentines Day

Love in lockdown can be tricky – but this Valentine’s Day, Battersea is offering couples a virtual date with a difference. The much-loved animal charity has teamed up with Wild Life Drawing to run a special life drawing class with some of its rescue dogs as models on 14 February. Budding...
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Hill’s offers tips and advice on getting through the Winter months...

With the dark nights upon us and the cold front well and truly here, now is the time to get pets ready for the winter months ahead. As the temperatures drop and the elements change, our pets are affected just as much as we humans are, and whether it’s a...
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How to keep your dogs and cats cosy in winter

As temperatures across the country plummet, Battersea is offering advice to dog and cat owners to help keep their much-loved pets warm this winter. Steve Craddock, Centre Manager at Battersea said: “Just like humans, some of our pets will need a little extra care over the colder months to help...
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Kitten given up for being too playful celebrates first Christmas in...

Animal welfare charity Battersea is urging people to do their research before picking a pet after a playful kitten bought in a supermarket car park was brought in for ‘feral’ behaviour. It didn’t take staff long to see that little D’Artagnan wasn’t remotely feral and was in fact a very...
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Blue Cross calls for people to ditch fireworks this NYE, as...

Animal charity, Blue Cross is urging people not to let off fireworks this New Year’s Eve, as pet owners lay bare the extent of suffering loud bangs causes our four-legged friends. As a difficult year for everyone comes to a close, it is understandable that the British public will be...
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The top festive pet names in the UK this Christmas

See where your pet’s festive name ranks as Agria Pet Insurance share the top Christmassy cat and dog names in the UK. Holly is by far the most popular festive dog name with more than double the number of Holly’s compared with Christmas position two, Elsa. ‘Holly’ and ‘Elsa’ are...
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Dogs Trust brings festive cheer to dog owners in Devon who...

Dogs Trust is once more bringing some festive cheer to dogs and their owners who are experiencing homelessness or living in housing crisis this Christmas. The UK’s largest dog welfare charity, which has a rehoming centre in Ilfracombe, has been running its unique Hope Project for over 25 years. Throughout the...
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RSPCA’s Christmas film shows how pets have been a lifeline during...

The RSPCA has launched its Christmas video with a moving story showing how pets have helped tackle loneliness and isolation during a tough year. The heart-warming film, which features Backstreet Boys’ hit As Long As You Love Me, touches on the difficulties many have faced in recent months, following 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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Vets urgent warning to certain dog breed owners during tick season

Veterinarian offers advice on how to prevent and remove ticks from pets why to NEVER buy parasite-prevention over-the-counter With ticks most active from April to October, veterinarians are warning UK pet owners to be extra vigilant with parasite prevention.  Ticks are small, parasitic spider-like creatures that feed on mammals' blood. As...