Dogs

Pet experts reveal the early red flags that your dog may be struggling with hay fever this spring  

As the weather starts to heat up, we approach the dreaded time of year when allergies are in full swing. However, it’s not just humans who are affected by seasonal hay fever, it can also impact our furry friends.

In order to help keep pets safe and healthy as we head into the warmer weather, experts at the pet accessories shop, Fur King , have offered some guidance on how hay fever can impact...

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The Greyhound and Lurcher two-week takeover is back

Burgess Pet Care is delighted to announce that its Greyhound and Lurcher Two-Week Takeover campaign, which highlights the wonderful work of the UK's greyhound and lurcher rescue organisations, is back for 2024.

Launched in 2019, the Burgess Greyhound & Lurcher Two-Week Takeover – which this year runs from 29 January to 11 February 2024 – also donates thousands of pounds worth of...

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The Kennel Club expands DNA Testing Services

The Kennel Club has today (1 February) expanded its DNA Testing Services by launching 87 individual DNA tests, providing more dog owners and breeders with the tools they need to protect their dogs' health.

Developed with the primary goal of improving and protecting dog health, The Kennel Club's individual DNA test menu offers owners and breeders the flexibility to choose specific...

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I'm a pet expert- here's how to 'dog-proof' your home

This week brings yellow weather warnings covering northern England for heavy rains and flooding. And with an estimated 11 million pet dogs in the UK, that's a lot of muddy pups!

To offer some advice, Lisa Melvin from Pet Range has shared her expertise:

Any dog owner knows that even one small dog can being a whole lot of mess into the home. And this is especially the...

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Dogs Trust partners with Ruggable on new ‘Dog Trusted, Dog Lover approved’ collection

The UK's largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust is partnering with Ruggable, the go-to destination for design-forward rugs on a 'Dog Trusted, Dog Lover approved' capsule collection, to help more dogs find their forever home. Launched on Monday, 22nd January, Ruggable are donating 10% of each purchase from the collection to Dogs Trust to help care for, rehabilitate and rehome dogs in need....

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New study confirms flat faced dogs have 40% increased risk of shorter lifespan

New research led by the UK's largest dog welfare charity Dogs Trust provides further insight into the life expectancy of our beloved canine companions. The study published today (1st February) in Scientific Reports , explores how different factors such as breed, body size, face shape and sex affect how long our pooches live for.

The study used data from over half a million* UK dogs,...

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Keep your pooch safe from the winter chill

Brits are being urged to consider their dog's comfort and safety in these chilly winter temperatures.

Pet insurance experts from Quotezone.co.uk are being urged to follow top ten tips to keep their four-legged friends warm and healthy.

Following extremely low temperatures and storms causing strong winds, pets across the country are feeling the chill. No dog owner wants their...

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The Kennel Club welcomes new Pet Abduction Bill

The Kennel Club, one of the UK's biggest organisations dedicated to dog health and welfare, has welcomed the Government's support for introducing a specific criminal offence for those who steal pets.

Under the Pet Abduction Bill – a Private Member's Bill sponsored by Anna Firth MP – anyone found guilty of stealing a pet will face up to five years in prison, a fine, or both.

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New Quiz Reveals Your Dog’s IQ: How Smart Is Your Pooch?

Is your pet a secret genius? Petplan has put together this fun IQ test for dogs so you can find out whether your best friend is quite as intelligent (or otherwise) as you suspected!

Created by Nick Jones MA, Dog Behaviourist at Petplan, this IQ quiz features 10 questions about your dog's behaviour which is used to evaluate your pooch's mental prowess.

Petplan has also come...

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Dog owners are happier than cat owners, according to pet selfies

The benefits of having a pet are backed by academia, with a myriad of studies proving how having a furry friend can make us not only happier but fitter and healthier too. But does where you live in the world and the type of pet you own have any bearing on just how happy you appear?

Using AI tools, we analysed more than 250k images of pet owners on Instagram and Google Images to find...

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