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Paralysed dog getting veterinary treatment

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...

Billy with owner Debbie Antrobus and vet Charlie Sale at Oakwood Veterinary Referrals

Billy back on his feet after severely injuring spine in freak fall – thanks to Cheshire referral vets

A MUCH-LOVED pet is back on his feet after months of care from specialist vets in Cheshire following a freak fall which left him almost paralysed.

Chocolate Labradoodle Billy fell off his owner’s bed early one morning and sustained serious spinal cord injuries, causing him to lose the ability to use his legs.

Devoted owner Debbie Antrobus was woken by the thud and found...

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Cold snap prompts warning from Vet on the dangers of walking your dog in icy conditions

The Met Office has warned that parts of the UK are set to be even colder this week, as an arctic blast sweeps across the country, bringing freezing temperatures and disruptive snow showers.

The drop in temperature and wintry hazards has prompted Head Vet at tails.com Sean McCormack, to share a warning to dog owners. He is urging people to look out for rock salt and antifreeze, as...

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5 Ways to Incorporate the 'Barkitecture' Trend into Your Home

'Barkitecture' is set to be one of the hottest interior trends of 2024, with dog owners redesigning their homes with furry friends at the forefront.

In fact, search data from Pinterest has revealed that pet owners are already getting on board with the pooch perfect idea, with searches for the term Luxury Dog Room up 115%. So whether you are a lover of all things interior or you want...

Can weather affect a dog's mood and behaviour?

Have you ever noticed that your dog's mood shifts with the weather? Grey skies, thunder, heavy rainfall, and changing seasons can affect our dogs, just like they affect us.

Many pet parents find that their canine companion's behaviour can change in all kinds of ways when the weather is set to take a turn for the worse. That's because, just like humans are affected by heat, cold...

Puppy love trumps all: Survey reveals 78% would ditch their partner for their dog

Do you snuggle with your dog more than your significant other? You're not alone! A recent survey carried out by dog care company Buddy & Lola has revealed that we're closer with our furry friends than ever before.

When asked how high up their dog is on their list of priorities, 82% of 228 dog owners responded that they'd give up a job opportunity for their pup, and 78% of...

Cannabis canines: registered vet shares why pet-owners should be considering giving CBD to their furry friends

CBD is exploding in popularity - from drinks and gummies to shower gels and, now, pet products? But is giving it to our dogs just a step too far?

Registered vet Dr. Riaz Rhemu speaks on how the cannabis extract may be just what your pooch has been looking for.

Why CBD?

Pure CBD oil can have a wide range of benefits, from reducing anxiety to the management...

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Experts reveal if dogs really can recognise their relatives!

It's no secret dogs are clever and loving creatures, but can they recognise a doggy relative later in life? 31% of dog-owners in the UK got their dog from a breeder last year, and with many litters coming from the same sires and dams, there's a huge possibility that our dogs will come across their siblings in their daily life.

With search terms like 'will dogs remember their siblings...

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UK dog theft prevention tips

Dog theft has hit the headlines recently for reaching a seven year high, with over 2,700 dogs stolen last year, and reported hot spots popping up all over the UK including London, West Yorkshire and Kent amongst the worst for dog napping.

Due to this threat to our furry friends, experts at PuppyHero.com chose to collate a list of the top tips to prevent dog theft and provide some...

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Over quarter of dog owners giving up pups for behaving normally

Over a quarter (27%) of dog owners would consider giving up their puppy if they displayed behaviour that was mistakenly identified as 'problematic' for their age.

One in 10 (10%) would give them up for adoption, while 12% would take them back to the breeder and 6% would give them to a friend. A shocking 2.5% would even considering euthanasia.

New research from puppy training...