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Severely paralysed dog walks again with pioneering cell transplant treatment

Neurologist vets at Bristol Vet Specialists have helped a severely paralysed dog to walk again, following pioneering cell transplant treatment.

Owned by Miss Sasha Reed, Arthur the six-year-old male Cockapoo became paralysed in August 2021 following a ‘slipped disc’. This left him with the most severe injury in dogs with ‘slipped discs’, where all sensation and movements below the spinal...

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Why Playtime Matters More Than You Think for Your Dog’s Daily Wellbeing

All dogs require playtime, whether they’re an active dog who has three walks a day or they’re a couch potato in comparison.

Playtime for dogs is a critical component of the dog’s daily routine and is a vital contributor to their overall well-being. It also helps provide numerous physical and mental benefits which go far beyond just simple entertainment.

Whether you have a...

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Dogs Trust delivers festive cheer to homelessness services across the South West

This Christmas, with increased demand for support, Dogs Trust is sending out gift parcels to homelessness services across the South West, bringing festive cheer to dog owners affected by homelessness.

Each year, through Together Through Homelessness , Dogs Trust aims to bring festive cheer to the dogs of people experiencing homelessness by delivering parcels filled with collars,...

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Dog-Friendly Christmas Markets: Top Alternatives and Safety Tips

Looking to bring your four-legged friend along for some festive fun? You’re not alone! With searches for 'dog-friendly Christmas markets' up +666% over the past 30 days*, many of us will be looking to take our dogs along with us to the markets this year.

To help you and your pup enjoy a cheerful, safe day out, the team at Canine Cottages has compiled a list of the most dog-friendly...

WARNING for anyone looking to buy a pet online this Christmas

Leading animal welfare organisations warn unsuspecting prospective pet owners of the dangers of buying pets online after finding more than 400 adverts included red flags that could be associated with unscrupulous breeding and selling, or a sign that the animal was illegally smuggled into the country.

The Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG), which includes animal welfare...

Is your dog too cold? Key signs of frostbite and hypothermia

The UK is set to face another wave of snow and freezing temperatures in the coming weeks, according to the Met Office , pet owners are being urged to not overlook the dangers winter poses to dogs.

While a dog’s fur can offer some natural insulation, extreme weather can pose serious risks, including frostbite and hypothermia.

But not to worry, the Head Vet at Tails.com Sean...

The 11 Most Dog Friendly Pubs in the UK Revealed

After working up an appetite there’s nothing better than visiting your local pub and settling into a cosy corner table next to a crackling fireplace with a drink or two – your furry friend relaxing at your feet.

Eat Drink Meet , a website and app that helps users discover nearby pubs, bars, and restaurants – with clever filtering options including ‘dog friendly’, ‘live music’, and ‘...

Pet health specialists warn of 10 festive poisons

Christmas is a time for goodwill to all, but make sure this also extends to your four-legged friends. It’s easy to get swept up in the occasion and feel that you want to share all the Christmas festivities with your pets, but it can endanger their health, sometimes seriously, and even innocent treats can be deadly:

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Expert advice to stop dogs begging over the Christmas period

Dog training expert Ben Randall has revealed how pet owners can stop their furry friends begging for food over the festive season.

Ben has shared five effective training tips to stop dogs begging for food, so owners can enjoy their Christmas dinner in peace.

With 35 years’ experience and working with over 30 dogs every day, Ben recently partnered with ACME Kennels to offer...

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Keep mince pies out of reach of pets to avoid emergency vet visits this Christmas

Vets are warning pet owners to keep mince pies and Christmas puddings out of paw’s reach over the festive period as more than three quarters report treating dogs for toxic ingestion after eating sultanas or raisins.

Eating the odd mince pie or slice of Christmas pudding may only risk adding a few inches to your waistline, but for dogs and cats, sneaking a few mouthfuls could be...

Lighten Their Pain: How Cold Laser Therapy Can Help Your Dog Live More Comfortably

If you’ve ever watched your dog take those first stiff steps in the morning or seen them hesitate before jumping onto the sofa — the same sofa they once leapt onto like a woodland deer — you know how tough it can be to watch them age or recover from an injury. As pet parents, we’re constantly balancing care, comfort, and the hope that we’re doing right by them.

One increasingly...

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