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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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5 pup-friendly ice lolly recipes

With the summer weather heating up, it's definitely the season for ice cream and lollies. But have you thought about including your four-legged friend in this summer indulgence?

While some dogs enjoy the odd bit of dairy, this is not a healthy foodstuff for our canine friends except in small quantities. However, there are many ice lollies that are safe for your pup to consume, and...

Dogs Trust calls for puppies to join groundbreaking dog welfare study as Golden Retriever becomes 9000th pup

Dogs Trust is celebrating a major milestone in welcoming its 9,000th dog to its innovative Generation Pup study. The 9,000th dog to enrol in the study is a beautiful Golden Retriever pup Digby from the New Forest.

Generation Pup is believed to be the first longitudinal study of its kind to include all breeds/crossbreeds of dogs in the UK and Ireland. The study, founded in 2016,...

Study reveals the top 10 UK coastal destinations for a dogcation

From quaint seaside towns on England's south coast to historic villages in the north, the UK is full of destinations for pet parents to explore with their dogs. But which location is best for our four-legged friends?

To find out, Petsure gathered a list of 40 popular UK holiday destinations, ranking them based on the percentage of hotels, restaurants, spas and pubs that are dog-...

Pet charities unite to issue hot weather warning to cat and dog owners

Cats Protection and Dogs Trust have joined forces to help owners keep their cats and dogs safe in the sun this summer.

The two leading pet charities say that despite their different quirks and behaviours, cats and dogs are equally as vulnerable when it comes to hot weather.

Alison Richards, Head of Clinical Services for Cats Protection, said: "We're a nation of pet lovers...

Quirkiest dog friendly pubs in the UK revealed

The quirkiest dog-friendly pubs in the UK have been named by Eat Drink Meet , a new website that helps users discover nearby pubs, bars, and restaurants using unique filtering options*.

Eat Drink Meet offers more than other websites, with options to filter to ‘dog-friendly’, ‘pubs with a view’, ‘gastro pubs’, and even discover local venues hosting pub quizzes and live music nights...

Dog abandoned as a puppy with hind legs ripped off wins 'Pet of the Year' award

An abandoned dog feared to have hours to live after being found horrifically injured has been honoured with a major animal award.

Maltese cross Sophia was discovered as a puppy on a canal path in the Dudley area in blazing heat, covered in dirt and with one of her hind legs ripped off.

It looked like she may die, but dedicated care helped her pull through and vet nurse Sarah...

How to keep dogs cool in a heatwave

With the UK expected to experience a heatwave in the next couple of weeks, Brits are being given advice on how to keep their pets safe in the heat.

Experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have released advice on how to keep our furry friends safe and cool as the temperatures rise.

The end of June could bring some sunny spells with temperatures hitting 26°C in some parts of the...

Is Your Dog Chewing Everything in Sight? Behaviourist Explains Why and Offers Practical Tips

Dealing with a dog that chews everything in sight can be frustrating and stressful for any pet owner. From ruined furniture to shredded shoes, a dog's destructive chewing not only leads to your favourite things being damaged, but can also pose a danger to their health.

However, it's important to understand that chewing is a natural behaviour for canines but the destructive issues it...

Protect your pooch from toxic plants on summer walkies

Pet owners are being warned to avoid common poisonous plants that their dogs may encounter while out for a walk this summer.

Experts from Quotezone.co.uk are advising Brits to steer clear of dangerous plants which pose a significant threat to their four-legged friends.

Nature walks are a fantastic way to enjoy the great outdoors with dogs during summer months, however, it's...

Throwing sticks for dogs can be fatal, vets warn

After a one-year-old dog needed emergency treatment after biting onto a stick he grabbed when playing with his owner, PDSA vet teams are warning owners of the hidden dangers sticks can pose.

English Bull Terrier Cross, Scooby received treatment at Portsmouth PDSA Pet Hospital when disaster struck, whilst enjoying time in the garden with his loving owner, Louise.

Louise said...

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