Summer has finally arrived, and we aren't the only ones who have been looking forward to it! This season is one of the most fun for our furry friends — longer days mean longer walks and hot weather usually leads to some quality beach time. But the highlight of the summer for any dog is easily the tasty barbecues.
The bad news is that you may have to stop them from devouring the...
Brits are gearing up for another year of summer holidays at home – and this time, it looks like our pets will be coming along too. Data from travel comparison site TravelSupermarket reveals a 107% year-on-year increase in holidaymakers looking for dog-friendly holidays in the UK[1], suggesting our furry friends will also be enjoying a break this year.
It comes as no surprise that the UK is a nation of pet lovers and a recent survey suggests that for many of us, they are the number one priority. Latest figures from PDSA reveal that there are 10.9 million cats and 9.9 million dogs living in UK households.
A study of 2,000 besotted cat and dog owners by Confused.com reveals the lengths brits go to to keep their beloved animal cosy....
Having the responsibility of a pet has cost owners more than £500 in damage repairs, on average, new research reveals, as lockdown sees a surge in pet purchases.
And as the festive season fast approaches, more of us will consider adding a furry friend to our family. But you might be biting off more than you can chew, as more than one in five (22%) pet-parents admit their animals have...
As the heatwave returns, pet insurer Waggel is urging owners to take extra precautions to keep their pets cool after claims data revealed a significant rise in heat-related illnesses among pets in the last two years.
Analysis of Waggel claims from 2024 - 2026 found that heat stroke claims went up almost 60% last year as a proportion of claims. At the same time, dehydration claims...
Spring bike rides with your dog should begin with this simple safety hack – and it’s not to be sniffed at.
For doggies hitting the cycling trails for the first time, owners can boost their dog’s confidence by introducing a pre-ride ‘sniff check’. This involves introducing your dog to your bike whilst it's stationary, giving them time to become accustomed to the bike and how to behave...
Chelsea Flower Show may be inspiring gardens, but some features can be risky for dogs
As gardens across the UK are refreshed for spring, experts are warning that many of the features homeowners are adding this season could pose hidden risks to dogs.
With the RHS Chelsea Flower Show set to inspire millions of garden makeovers this May, it is not just traditional toxic plants...
Owners can celebrate their pets online while prioritising their wellbeing
The RSPCA is reminding owners that pets’ welfare should always come first when filming and sharing content online, as a new ITV documentary explores the booming pet influencer industry.
The programme, Pet Stars , which airs at 7.30pm tonight (23 April) on ITV1, highlights how quickly the world of “pet...
Lumbry Park Veterinary Specialists, part of the CVS, has become the first specialist referral centre in the UK to offer a lateral endoscopic lumbosacral foraminotomy for dogs suffering from degenerative lumbosacral stenosis (DLSS).
The new service is being led by Colin Driver, RCVS‑recognised Specialist in Veterinary Neurology, and represents a significant advance in the surgical...
The first large‑scale genetic study of cancer in pet cats has uncovered crucial cancer‑driving mutations that closely mirror those seen in humans, offering new opportunities to advance diagnosis, prognostication and treatment for cats with cancer.
Part funded by CVS, the research - published in Science - marks a major step forward for the veterinary oncology field and could...
