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Couple sentenced after man inflicts physical abuse on two young kittens

Mark Nenna (DOB: 26/07/1996) and Abigayle Nenna (DOB: 20/03/1997) both of Whetstone Hey, Ellesmere Port, pleaded guilty and were sentenced at Chester Magistrates Court on Tuesday 5 November. Mr Nenna received a suspended custodial sentence for causing unnecessary suffering to their two cats Alonso and Hamilton.

The young ginger kittens, both of which were house cats and never went outside, had...

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PDSA Weekly Q&A - 9 September 2024

Dear PDSA, my youngest of three cats, Hugo, is incredibly nervous around people he doesn't know – should I be concerned and is there anything I can do? Robbie

Some cats are naturally nervous around strangers, even when well socialised as kittens. Cats are very territorial, so they can become upset and worried when someone enters their space whether that be human or animal, but there...

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Dear PDSA, I have a cat called Zigzag, however I would like to make my garden friendlier to wildlife, how can I do this so it is still cat-friendly? Jacqui

Hi Jacqui, making your garden wildlife-friendly is great for the environment. If you want to create spaces to attract birds or feeding stations to attract wildlife, make sure they are high up or in areas Zigzag and other cats can'...

Vets guide to pet-friendly plants for your home

Houseplants have many benefits to humans - they can purify our air by taking in carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, and some can improve our mood as they can help lower cortisol (the stress hormone).

But sadly, some plants can be dangerous to our furry friends. These can be toxic or even life-threatening if ingested by your pet.

The last thing you'd want is your beloved...

Vets issue warning to pet owners as spiders set to invade UK homes

A seasonal drop in temperatures means we are heading towards spider season; wildlife experts have advised UK households.

Whilst it is likely to send a shiver down the spine of anyone with a phobia of the eight-legged creatures, the UK's leading emergency vets has issued a warning to pet owners to be extra vigilant to avoid a trip to pet A&E.

Vets Now's Head of Telehealth...

Nutravet launch NEW topical ear cleaning range

Nutravet are excited to announce the launch of Nutraotic, a new line of high-strength ear cleaning products designed to address common ear problems in pets.

Ear problems can cause significant discomfort for pets, often going unnoticed by their owners, but Nutraotic aims to change that with its specially formulated products.

The Nutraotic range includes ear wipes and a high-...

Small animal dermatology diagnoses to be improved via new CVS clinical project

Eighteen CVS’ first opinion small animal practices are setting out to improve diagnoses of dermatology cases with a new clinical improvement project.

It is hoped that it will increase the number of patients having a skin microscopy work up as part of the diagnostic pathway - to arrive at a full diagnosis and in order that the correct treatment can be given. A ten-fold increase in...

PDSA urges pet owners to start preparing for Bonfire Night - NOW!

Although the sun is shining and Bonfire Night is unlikely to be at the forefront of our minds, PDSA is warning pet owners to start preparing for fireworks season now.

The vet charity for pets in need has urged owners to take action as soon as possible in a bid to reduce the extreme distress and suffering that fireworks can cause to some of our furry friends.

PDSA Vet Nurse,...

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Dear PDSA,

Last year my dog Sally would shake when fireworks were going off, and she'd get really scared. Is there anything I can do to prepare her before bonfire night this year? Rita

Dear Rita, many pets can be scared of fireworks – their enhanced senses mean the loud noises and bright flashes can be overwhelming for them. For a dog that is already fearful of them, the...

The dogs we Labr-adore! 99% of owners agree that dogs aren’t just man’s best friend – they are part of the family

The results of the UK's largest dog census are in, and it's clear that the UK is still very much a nation of dog lovers, with 99% of respondents viewing dogs as family, and 98% of dog owners agreeing that their dog makes them happy.

More than 400,000 people responded to Dogs Trust's National Dog Survey, sharing insights on over 430,000 dogs. The results show that not only do our dogs...

Pets no longer an easy target for criminal profiteers, thanks to Pet Abduction Act

Pets will no longer be an easy target for criminal profiteers following the introduction of the Pet Abduction Act, according to a leading UK animal charity.

Cats Protection says the new law – which came into force on 24 August – will for the first time recognise pet theft as a new specific crime and take into account the pain, stress and fear suffered by stolen cats and dogs and...

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