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How to Work in the Pet Industry in London

The pet industry is booming in London. The number of people passionate about their pets-cats, dogs, birds, and other companions-continues to rise and is now a fast-paced and exciting part of this megacity. Because an estimated 3.2 million households in the UK have taken a pet since 2020, this demand in London increases tremendously. This trend has given rise to many job opportunities for people...

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Vets issue blue green algae warning to pet owners

The UK’s leading pet emergency vets are issuing a warning today about blue green algae, a bacteria found in bodes of water like ponds, which is highly toxic to dogs.

Vets Now , the pet equivalent of A&E, is calling on pet owners to take care when walking their dogs near water this summer and to look out for the green, blue green or brown coloured scum or foam.

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RSPCA issue warning of 'missing pet' scam

RSPCA issuing a warning to pet owners of a number of scams in which fraudsters pose as the RSPCA and ask for money, claiming to have found missing pets. In 48 hours we have been alerted to a number of distressed owners saying they have been contacted by someone claiming to be from the RSPCA and saying their missing pet has been found. The fraudsters then ask for bank details over the phone,...

Johnson’s celebrating 100 years of caring for the nation’s pets

Pet stores across Devon will be raising the flags and donning their finery this July, as they help to mark the 100th Birthday of one of the UK's leading suppliers of pet healthcare products, Johnson's Veterinary Products.

The business, which was founded in West Bromwich in 1921 by the Johnson family, has invited stockists of its products in the county to get involved in the...

Dog Dads: Father's Day Cards From the Dog!

With Father's Day fast-approaching, greetings card marketplace thortful.com 's have launched a new range of cards wish a happy father’s day to your dad this year with a unique card. Cards available for all fathers, including stepdads , grandads , daddys to be , 1st time fathers and Mums .

Get the kids involved with a card from the kids or for a dad to be, a card from the bump . Cards...

Take part in Springwatch with your own wildlife camera

As BBC Two’s Springwatch returns to chart the fortunes of British wildlife over the coming months, security specialist Yale is encouraging homeowners across the UK to set up their very own wildlife cameras using smart home technology. With a smart Wi-Fi camera and a bit of thought and careful planning, you can easily discover what animals are visiting your garden and see into the world of...

The UK's Most Pet-Friendly Landlords

With the property market being widely discussed and lockdown igniting a sharp interest in pets, there has been many discussions on pet-friendly landlords and where in the UK has the most pet-friendly properties.

Leading dog food provider, Butternut Box decided to look into this further. They investigated number of rentals available in locations of the UK from zoopla.co.uk and then...

Taskforce launched to investigate reported rise in pet thefts

Taskforce launched to investigate reported increase in pet theft and draw up action to tackle these crimes
Taskforce will work with police, law enforcement, and leading experts
Price of most sought-after breeds rose by almost 90% during lockdown

A Pet Theft Taskforce has been launched today to investigate the recent reported rise in pet theft since...

How to Design a Pet-Friendly Kitchen

Wren Kitchens give their top tips on how to design a pet friendly-kitchen
2019 to 2020 saw a 118% increase in Google searches for "dog-friendly kitchen"
"dog proof kitchen bin" had a 33% increase in Google searches

With many people working from home over the past year, we've been spending more time with our pets than ever before, and thousands of...

Peaceful pooches during Pet Anxiety Month

Top Tips On How To Spot Pet Anxiety And How To Treat It

As children return to school, pets purchased over lockdown are set to experience heightened levels of anxiety as owners prepare for normality to return as the UK heads out of lockdown, according to leading pet care brand Bob Martin, which has issued a warning to pandemic puppy owners.

Coinciding with Pet Anxiety Awareness Month...

RSPCA campaigns for a change in the law to help the charity rehome neglected and abused animals

The RSPCA is calling for a new animal welfare law which will give animals involved in legal proceedings in the South West the chance to be rehomed much more quickly.

Currently, some neglected and abused pets which are rescued by the RSPCA as part of an investigation cannot be rehomed until the case itself has completed, which sadly means some animals can wait months and even years...

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