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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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PDSA Weekly Vet Q&As

Dear PDSA Vet, I take my dog Spencer everywhere he's allowed but with the summer sun, is it wise to take him out in the car with me? Thanks Seb

Hi Seb, it's important to remember that dogs die in hot cars and on hot walks! As a rule of thumb, if it's going to be a warm day, be prepared and take Spencer for his walks and expeditions at the cooler parts of the day, either early morning...

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9 Expert Tips to Help Dog Owners Take Hay Fever in their Stride this Summer

Many dog owners experience hay fever symptoms because of their allergy to grass pollen. For most people the worst months are May to July when grass pollen release is at its peak. The amount of pollen in the air affects your reaction at a particular time and varies according to weather conditions. Airborne allergens expert Max Wiseberg offers his advice to help dog owners take hay fever in...

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Keep Your Pets Safe from Mould: Signs, Symptoms and Solutions

Pets enrich our lives by sharing our hearts, homes, and sometimes our beds. But just like us, they can be susceptible to hidden dangers in the home. One such danger is mould exposure, which can pose significant health risks to both humans and pets. While some moulds are harmless, others can produce harmful toxins that can make your pet seriously ill.

Thermal imaging experts at tester...

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Human-sized dog house unveiled to raise awareness for abandoned pets in the UK

British home appliance brand Hotpoint , together with animal welfare charity Blue Cross , have unveiled a larger-than-life, super-sized dog house in London to kick start a long-term partnership to help raise awareness of, and find forever homes for, the rising numbers of pets waiting in rehoming centres across the UK.

The Hotpoint Forever Home pop-up in Butler’s Wharf will run from...

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More than just a Store: National Pet Shop Day to celebrate services and solutions on the high street

When Johnson’s Veterinary Products surveyed pet owners as part of its 2023 report into UK purchasing habits, it discovered that over half of respondents (57%) would speak to the vet in order to remedy a pet’s flea issue, despite the majority stating they find pet shops and stores to be ‘knowledgeable’ and with an opinion that could be trusted.

It is this startling fact that has led...

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The world's most pet friendly airlines

If you're a pet parent, you might have already considered or experienced flying with your furry companion. According to a survey from Condor Ferries1, 27% of pet owners intend to take three to five getaways with their pets a year.

Whilst it might seem like a straightforward decision to bring your furry friend along, it can be a stressful situation if you haven't researched airlines...

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How to get pet hair out of bedding

Pet owners are being offered advice on how to get pet hair out of their bedding after sleeping with their furry-friends.

Mattress experts at WinstonsBeds.com have shared the best methods for removing cat and dog hairs from bed sheets and mattresses.

Almost half of dog owners sleep with their pets in the bed* whether that be for comfort, to help reduce stress or to help them...

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PDSA Weekly Vet Q&As

Dear PDSA Vet, my 15-year-old cat, Gizmo never likes to venture outside, he much prefers an indoor life. Do I now need to get him microchipped? Thanks Mike

Hi Mike, as of 10 June this year, it will be a legal requirement for all cat owners to have their cat microchipped. It's a very quick and easy procedure that can be done at your vet. Even if your cat prefers the indoor life,...

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