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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, reinforcing...

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"Who lets the dogs in?" High Streets Compete for More Doggy Visitors Through National Dog Awards Competition

This annual DogFriendly Awards Competition (run by https://www.dogfriendly.co.uk ) has had an unprecedented amount of votes in its Town category with several urban centres competing enthusiastically to become the No.1 UK town to bring your pooch.

The winners were announced at a lavish ceremony on the 29th November 2023 at the Kennel Club's London offices and hosted by Katie...

Cat who lost leg after being caught in snare given a fresh start in life

A stray cat who lost a leg after suffering horrific injuries when he was caught in a snare is settling into a new home after being nursed back to health by Cats Protection.

Two-year-old Jacob was found in Bedworth in June with a severe injury to his back foot which vets believe was caused during a frantic struggle to free himself from a trap.

Despite needing emergency...

London Dog Lover Launches a Matchmaking App for Rescue Pets

Animal lover Tara Hamdi has created a 'dating app for rescues' in a bid to help charities and rehoming shelters find loving homes for their cats and dogs.

Tara, who is based in London, came up with the idea for the unique free app 'Only Rescues' after her rescue dog Max died last year.

Tara said that the death of her beloved Jack Russell Terrier cross hit her and her partner...

Increasing numbers of pet owners rely on the support of food banks to feed their animals

As the cost of living escalates, increasing demand is being made on food banks. And not just to feed people – pet owners are being faced with the awful reality of not being able to afford food for their animals so have begun to rely on food banks to feed their beloved pets.

At the end of 2020 the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home supplied fifty food banks in East and Central Scotland with...

Return to office contributes to more than one million dogs being rehomed

A recent survey of 2,000 UK adults has revealed a concerning trend among dog owners, with 10% having rehomed their dogs within the last year and another 11% having considered it . The survey, conducted by Novuna Business Cash Flow , shines a light on the impact of changing work environments and the increased cost of living on pet ownership.

22% of dogs being rehomed due to less...

Keep common Christmas decorations far away from your pet

Brits are being warned popular Christmas decorations can be harmful to pets.

Pet insurance experts from Quotezone.co.uk are urging pet owners to look out for choke hazards and keep their four-legged friends away from dangerous holiday decorations.

As many families have started to add festive decor to their homes, it's crucial to be aware of hidden holiday dangers that could...

Dogs Trust delivers Christmas hope to people experiencing homelessness across Devon

The Christmas elves at Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, are busy getting ready to spread Christmas cheer across Devon by delivering gifts to the canine companions of people experiencing homelessness.

Every Christmas, through its Together Through Homelessness scheme, Dogs Trust brings festive cheer to the dogs of people experiencing homelessness by delivering canine...

Cat presumed dead found five miles from home 11 years later

A tabby-and-white cat named Toby who was believed to have been killed on a busy road in Nuneaton, has been reunited with his owners 11 years after going missing thanks to his microchip.

The 14-year-old moggy’s owners, Justine and Eric Allan, moved with their family and beloved cat from Galley Common to The Long Shoot in early December 2012. They kept Toby indoors for around six weeks after...

Report reveals cat owners struggling as costs soar

The most comprehensive survey of cat owners in the UK has found that a third (34%) have been significantly and negatively impacted by the rise in living costs, with younger, female and less affluent owners particularly affected.

According to Cats Protection's Cats and Their Stats Report 2023 , over 3% of cat owners rely on food banks to feed their pets and 14% seriously worry about...

A Dog Can Now Cost Owners Over £100k in a Lifetime!

HUGE STUDY Reveals the True Lifetime Cost of Pet Ownership – It's Time For Pet Owners to Dig Deep

Over £106k for a pampered pooch, up to £85k for a mollycoddled kitty – these are the latest figures for lifetime pet ownership costs according to a new study by HouseholdPets.co.uk. With hidden costs not accounted for by other research and inflation ignored – owning a pet could be significantly...

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