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RSPCA urges pet owners to check new EU travel rules ahead of holidays

Owners could be caught out by new rules

Pet owners planning to travel to Europe this year are being urged to check the latest requirements, ahead of the great summer getaway, following changes to pet travel rules.

The RSPCA is warning that changes to pet travel rules mean some previously issued documents, including pet passports, may no longer be valid, and without forward planning,...

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Lovable rescue dog learns to paint after waiting over a year for a home

Wallace first arrived in the care of animal welfare charity Mayhew after he was found as a stray. Not long after his arrival at the animal home in North West London, he celebrated his first birthday.

Now, having just celebrated his second birthday while still in the care of Mayhew and waiting for a forever home, Wallace has learned how to paint in the hope that it will help him stand...

Dog experts warn of common garden risks during National Pet Month

The garden is a great place for dogs to explore, play, and relax, especially during the warmer months when they naturally spend more time outdoors.

However, while many owners think of the garden as a safe space, it can actually contain a number of hidden hazards.

Experts warn that features such as hot tubs, garden chemicals, toys, and even slippery decking can all pose risks...

Companionship, exercise & purpose: Age experts celebrate the benefits of pet ownership in retirement

An estimated 60% of UK households own a pet, with 36% of households owning a dog and 29% having a feline friend.* While owners support their furry friends for life, our pet companions are also a fantastic support for later life.

To mark National Pet Month, luxury retirement home provider LifeCare Residences , who offer pet-friendly retirement villages, celebrates the benefits pet...

Naughty pup's kitchen crime: vet team pulls spatula from stomach!

A three‑month‑old Labrador‑cross puppy from Saltash has had a lucky escape after swallowing the entire silicon head of a spatula during a moment of kitchen mischief – prompting an urgent trip to Bristol Vet Specialists (BVS) for specialist treatment.

The pup, named Marlo, is owned by Tyler Ferris, and like many growing puppies he has a talent for sniffing out snacks. Earlier in the...

Dovecote Veterinary Specialists invests £1 million to elevate pet care across the Midlands

Dovecote Veterinary Specialists, one of the UK’s leading referral hospitals, is making a £1 million investment to transform its facilities and deliver the highest standards of specialist care for pets across the Midlands.

This significant upgrade will enhance diagnostic capabilities, improve patient comfort, and streamline workflows - ensuring pets receive world-class treatment...

How the Clock Change Can Disrupt Your Dog’s Routine

With the clocks set to move forward at the end of the month, dog owners may notice small changes in their pets’ behaviour as routines shift overnight.

According to Jo Hinds, COAPE-Certified Behaviourist & Dynamic Dog Practitioner at Years , the fresh dog food subscription service , even a one-hour adjustment can affect feeding times, walks and sleep patterns for dogs that rely...

Burgess Excel launches The Great British Small Animal Census for 2026

Burgess Excel , the UK’s leading small animal specialist, has launched The Great British Small Animal Census for 2026, the largest dedicated survey into the lives, behaviours and wellbeing of the nation’s small animals.

Now open for entries, the census aims to strengthen understanding of small animal ownership. The outcomes will develop industry education and promote best practice,...

Charity seeks puppy socialisers to help train assistance dogs for veterans

Dog lovers across Exeter, Plymouth and Devon are being urged to volunteer their homes to raise puppies that will go on to support veterans living with PTSD and other mental health challenges.

A Devon-based charity supporting Armed Forces veterans is urgently appealing for more volunteer puppy socialisers to help raise the next generation of life-changing assistance dogs.

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Dog owners risk unlimited fines under new livestock laws

Dog owners are being warned they face unlimited fines if their pet chases livestock as the UK enters peak lambing season.

Ecologists from leading ecological consultancy Arbtech.co.uk are urging the public to exercise caution in the countryside by keeping dogs on leads at all times and following hygiene guidance to protect animals.

New laws are set to come into effect on...

First-of-Its-Kind Members Club for Dogs and Their Humans Launches in London

London’s dog community now has a dedicated members club to socialize, connect and celebrate canine companions in style, with the upcoming launch of the Sunday Dog Social , the city’s first of its kind members club designed for dogs and their humans.

Combining lifestyle, wellness, enrichment, IRL friendships and premium pet care, Sunday Dog Social delivers an exclusive monthly,...

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