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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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Research shows raw feeding can protect your pet from chronic illness

A recent study from the University of Helsinki has captured headlines for its claims that young dogs and pups that are fed leftovers from their owners' dinner could benefit from improved gut health and avoid many of the negative impacts of highly processed pet foods such as kibble. It also highlighted that feeding young dogs a non processed meat based diet was protective against chronic...

Thousands breaking the law by not microchipping their dog

Thousands of Brits may be hit with a £500 fine, as more than a million dogs in the UK have not been microchipped despite it being a legal requirement.

Experts from Quotezone.co.uk have urged pet owners to microchip their dogs and register them on a national database in order to make it easier to track down lost or stolen pups.

The microchipping law was put in place on 6...

Canine Expert shares tips to understand your dog's body language

As much as we wish we could, we can't converse with our dogs the same way we do with humans, so the best way to understand them is though their emotions and body language.

Dogs mature emotionally up to the age of two and a half years so it is especially important to make sure they are understood in their key developmental stages. Bella & Duke's Natural Canine Behaviourist,...

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Does your dog give you the ick? Veterinarian shares how to beat TikTok’s trending icks

TikTok users are now extending the dating term 'the ick', referring to being suddenly put off by someone you were once attracted to, to their dogs.

In candid videos , dog owners can be seen reeling off their dogs' traits that irk them the most, often joined by their oblivious four-legged friend!

However, although many traits are innocent, cheeky mistakes, according to Pooch...

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‘Just old age’ or is your dog experiencing a serious clinical issue?

A study from veterinary researchers at the University of Liverpool has shown that dog owners need clearer guidance on which behavioural and physical signs are a normal part of the ageing process and which could be indicative of a serious condition.

The 'Just Old Age' research paper, published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice, also identified significant gaps in veterinary...

The rise of the pet prenups: Lawyers seeing divorcees turn to ‘pet-napping'

62% of households in the UK are now pet owners, so it is no surprise that one of the most common questions relating to divorce is: "what happens to the dog?". This is an even more pertinent question following the rise of dog purchases during the Covid19 pandemic to accompany us on our one walk a day.

Pet owners will be saddened to hear that, in the eyes of the law, our furry friends...

Adding Years to your dog's life

Dog lovers have been told they can help their furry friends live as long as possible with a new premium dog food designed for every individual dog. It's been developed based on the principles of a longevity study by Dr Gerald Lippert which shows dogs fed a fresh, wholefood diet can live up to three years longer.

Now Years.com has developed a Complete Nutrition System to maximise the...

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Over 2,000 dogs stolen each year: How pet owners can protect their pooch

With criminals looking to make a quick buck from the increased dog prices nationwide, pet owners have been warned to take extra precautions to protect their pooches from theft.

Thousands of dogs are stolen from their owners each year in the UK, so experts from Quotezone.co.uk have some pointers to help owners deter dognappers.

Prices for a new pup have stabilised at a higher...

Vet explains how to keep plaque on your dog’s teeth at bay

From ear wax removal to blackhead popping, TikTok is a well-known destination for those who enjoy oddly satisfying videos. Yet the latest trend to surface, which highlights various clips of plaque being removed from dogs' teeth, has raised some concerns among experts.

The social content platform is awash with videos of trained professionals removing excess buildup of plaque from...

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Dogs Trust CEO responds to Anna Firth MP's proposed Pet Abduction Bill

Following yesterday's discussion of Anna Firth MP’s Pet Abduction Bill in Houses of Parliament, which would create a specific crime of pet abduction, Dogs Trusts Chief Executive, Owen Sharp, has issued the following response:

“Having your beloved pet stolen is an extremely stressful, heart-breaking experience. However, despite the obvious emotional impact pet theft has on families...

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