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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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Two tiny puppies, two miracle heart surgeries at Northern Ireland Veterinary Specialists

Two tiny puppies are on the road to happy, healthy lives after undergoing lifesaving heart procedures at Northern Ireland Veterinary Specialists (NiVS) in Hillsborough - making it a week the team will never forget.

Little Deahling, an eight‑week‑old Jack Russell Terrier weighing barely more than a bag of sugar, and Peekaboo, a nine‑month‑old crossbreed with a cheeky smile and a big...

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...

Care without Judgement

Animal welfare charity Mayhew launches an awareness campaign highlighting its work keeping dogs and cats healthy and safe during the housing crisis.

For 140 years, Mayhew has supported pets through their owners' toughest times by prioritising animal welfare – helping many to remain with their people when it's in the animals’ best interests.

London-based animal welfare...

A white Scottish Terrier being examined by a veterinarian

Pet insurance firm tackling vet fees with AI

UK pet insurance brand Waggel ’s AI triage service has saved 80% of customers using the service a trip to the vet.

With soaring vet fees making the headlines, Waggel’s partnership with AI vet triage service Joii provides an alternative which in most cases allows owners to help their animal at home - removing the risk of costly vet fees and saving pets the potential trauma of an...

Top winter walking spots around the UK

A travel expert shares the UK’s top spots for a winter stroll

As the new year begins and winter is in full swing, many of us are eager to enjoy crisp, frosty mornings and make the most of wintery days before spring arrives and the white trees disappear.

While many southern European destinations get ready for the warmer weather, the UK is gifted with snowy landscapes and glistening...

New competition urges dog owners to ‘Bag It and Bin It’

A new competition aimed at promoting responsible dog ownership and protecting green spaces launches today (5 January 2026), encouraging dog owners to bag it and bin itwherever they are walking.

Led by Devon Loves Dogs, the competition is being delivered in partnership with Cranbrook Town Council, Devon Wildlife Trust, RSPB, Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust, National Trust at...

Crafting comfort for pets in need

The RSPCA is inviting animal lovers across Devon to pick up their knitting needles and crochet hooks to help pets in need this winter, as part of its Big Give Back to Animals appeal.

The charity is appealing for handmade blankets that can offer comfort, warmth and security to animals - at a time when the ongoing cost-of-living crisis is leaving many families struggling to keep their...

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home are hoping to find Niall the Doberman Cross a forever home this Christmas

As part of its Winter Appeal, Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is urging the public to help animals like Niall, a two-year-old Doberman cross, find a loving home this Christmas.

When Niall arrived at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home, he was skin and bones, covered in wounds and frightened of the world around him. Found as a stray, his future was uncertain, but with expert veterinary care,...

Freeze Dried Dog Treats Wholesale: What You Should Know

Why Freeze-Dried Dog Treats Are Growing in Demand

Freeze dried treats use whole food ingredients such as meat, fish, or organs. Many contain no preservatives or fillers, which appeals to pet owners who want simple ingredient lists.
The freeze-drying process removes moisture without cooking the food. This helps keep nutrients, flavor, and smell intact, making dogs eager to eat

Pet nutrition brand, Bella + Duke reports double - digit growth after brand transformation

Bella+Duke, the UK's leading raw pet nutrition company, has marked a transformative year of growth following the successful relaunch of its brand and proposition in November last year. The company has delivered strong momentum across its subscription, retail and international channels, positioning the business for significant scale over the next few years.

Over the past 12 months,...

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