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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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A decade of dedication to Homesitting - Peter Sinclair

Peter Sinclair, a sprightly 73-year-old from Birmingham, has been homesitting for a decade through Homesitters Ltd, to embrace an active lifestyle and enjoy his golden years.

His journey into homesitting began after witnessing the joy his wife, Lorraine, found in the role. She had retired a few years before Peter, and quickly fell in love with the homesitting experience. Inspired by...

Woodgreen features in new campaign with IKEA UK

IKEA UK has partnered with Woodgreen Pets Charity to create a ‘Cat-alogue’ and ‘Dog-alogue’ featuring pets from the charity and IKEA’s brand-new pet range, UTSÅDD. The partnership aims to raise awareness of the charity’s work in helping pets and their people, and to celebrate the dogs and cats in all their glory, as they wait for their forever home.

In a heartwarming collaboration,...

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...

Summer safety: Vet Nurse issues warm weather warning ahead of summer to pet owners

June sees the start of the summer season, and hopefully the beginning of some summer sunshine! The change in season brings new pet dangers to be mindful of - last year PDSA treated just over 300 cases of heatstroke.

PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing shares her advice on how to protect pets from hot weather dangers before the warmer temperatures hit.

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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...

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...

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...

Stainless steel cages pose ‘excessive noise’ challenge, survey finds

A significant majority (75%) of veterinary professionals find 'excessive noise' to be a challenge with stainless steel clinical housing, according to a recent survey.

CASCO Pet surveyed more than 650 veterinary professionals at leading veterinary exhibitions and conferences in the UK and USA (London Vet Show, VMX, WVC).

Respondents – all of whom work in clinics that use...

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...

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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