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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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Pet-friendly flowers for a Valentine's Day bouquet, and ones to avoid

A worldwide symbol of love and affection, floral bouquets are unsurprisingly a staple of Valentine's Day. There are so many flowers to choose from when crafting your Valentine's bouquet, giving you plenty of options for creating the perfect one for your partner's taste. But as many pet-owners know, some of the most popular additions to bouquets can be toxic for our four-legged friends, so...

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A vet's guide - everything you need to know about pet insurance

Pets are part of the family – they give unconditional love and are always there for us, through the ups and downs. That's why the vet charity for pets in need, PDSA, is reminding pet owners the importance of pet insurance should the worst happen.

"It's our responsibility to take care of our furry family members," explains PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing. "And unless you are fortunate...

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Here’s how much sleep your pets actually need

Animal lovers are being told just how much sleep their pets need to feel re energised and live a healthy lifestyle.

Experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk have researched how much sleep different pets may need. All animals are different and they don't all sleep at night. Some will sleep during the day and become active at dusk and dawn. The amount of sleep they require varies with pets...

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Millions of pets are overweight with UK facing obesity crisis warns PDSA

The vet charity for pets in need, PDSA, says the pet obesity crisis needs 'urgent attention' as vet teams estimate around half of UK pets are overweight – equating to around 5 million dogs and 4.7 million cats.

It comes as the charity launches its annual ' Big Weigh In ' campaign in a bid to tackle the growing pet obesity crisis head on. PDSA, in partnership with Royal Canin, is...

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Dog Expert Weighs In After Woman Reveals Dog Became Unwell After Inhaling Fumes From THIS Common Household Item

Oil diffusers can be incredibly toxic to dogs and cause a host of medical issues, resulting in large vet bills and potential illness. This is following a case of a dog in New Zealand falling victim to illness following inhalation from a diffuser, with the story going viral worldwide. Marianne Whyte from New Zealand posted to social media to issue an urgent warning to fellow dog owners after...

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Cost of living plagues UK dog owners as ‘dogflation’ continues to outstrip inflation

Following this week's CPI (Consumer Price Index) surprise increase to 4%, Dogs Trust warns there is still a gap between inflation and what it terms 'dogflation'; the costs associated with owning a dog.

The charity has released a report, produced with Oxford Economics, which shows the rate of increase in costs for owning a dog has outstripped economy-wide price growth since August...

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New study confirms flat faced dogs have 40% increased risk of shorter lifespan

New research led by the UK's largest dog welfare charity Dogs Trust provides further insight into the life expectancy of our beloved canine companions. The study published today (1st February) in Scientific Reports , explores how different factors such as breed, body size, face shape and sex affect how long our pooches live for.

The study used data from over half a million* UK dogs,...

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The Kennel Club urges Government to honour animal welfare commitments

Following "a disappointing lack of commitment" last year towards animal welfare, The Kennel Club is urging the Government to not delay any further on delivering a ban on electric shock collars.

Whilst the Government has committed to a ban on these devices, no date has been set for the final stage of the law to be passed through Parliament. This means that the much anticipated and...

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Charity launches Vet Your Clothes, with Fearne Cotton & Sarah Jayne Dunn – everyone encouraged to get on board

In an effort to raise awareness of shopping pre-loved, PDSA are calling on the local community to 'vet your clothes' – by having a purposeful clear out, donating items they no longer need to its charity outlets.

Emma Phillpott, Retail Development Manager at PDSA said: "We know having a clear out can seem like a huge task, but we're hoping the relaunch of Vet Your Clothes will be a...

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Show your pet some love this Valentine's Day without breaking the bank

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's time to show the special individuals in our lives just how much we love them – even if they have four paws rather than two feet!

"We can always rely on our pets to show us unconditional love and support, and because of this, many of us can feel more comfortable with our pets than with people" explains PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing. "...

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