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Great Dane
Adorable Great Dane is still obsessed with the cuddly toy she had as a puppy
A gorgeous Great Dane is still besotted with a dragon cuddly toy that she has had since she was a baby – and the pair are never apart. The Metro... Read more...
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A Street Cat Named Bob: Stray who inspired series of books dies
A pet that inspired the book A Street Cat Named Bob has died aged 14. BBC News reports that James Bowen met Bob in 2007 during his battle with drug... Read more...
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Cardboard football fans: Greyhound Cilla is a hit at Colchester United
A greyhound became an unlikely star when her cardboard cut-out appeared at a football match. BBC News reports that three-year-old Cilla’s photo was used among a crowd of virtual fans... Read more...
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August just turned 20, making her the ‘world’s oldest golden retriever’
If you’re in need of some wholesome good news today, let us present to you August – the world’s oldest living golden retriever. The Metro reports that August was fostered... Read more...
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Canine calming: How do you ease your dog out of lockdown?
The end of lockdown is just about visible on the horizon. But as we plan for life outside the work-from-home bubble, dog owners are being urged to consider how their... Read more...
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Puppy training: What are the very first commands you should teach a puppy, and why?
When you get a new puppy, you should begin training them more or less from the get-go, beginning by setting the rules and routine that you expect them to follow... Read more...
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Loneliness of lockdown: How pets are supporting people through the Coronavirus
The mental and physical advantage of having a pet is proving to be especially pertinent during this stressful time. As lockdown continues, many people are struggling with the shift to... Read more...
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Coronavirus canines: Can dogs detect COVID-19?
COVID-19 and coronavirus are of course words making it into virtually every conversation at the moment, and discussion of social distancing restrictions, pressure on the NHS, wellness, and avoiding spreading... Read more...
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Aldi is selling pet cooling mats for cats and dogs in time for summer
The discount retailer is selling pet cooling mats which are priced from £4.99. The Mirror reports that if you’re worried about your pets getting too hot in the summer sun,... Read more...
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Your pet could star in a new dog makeover TV series - here’s how to apply
Here in the UK we’re a proud nation of dog lovers, and many of us have a four-legged furry friend to call our own. News Post Reader reports that the... Read more...
separation anxiety
Queen's corgi trainer says dogs will suffer from 'severe separation anxiety' after coronavirus lockdown ends
Pets will experience ‘huge shock’ when social distancing measures are lifted. While the coronavirus-imposed lockdown may be frustrating to some people, dogs have been enjoying the constant companionship of their... Read more...
Food Bank
Food bank scheme helps keep pets and people together
Two RSPCA branches have teamed up with their local food bank to provide pet food to vulnerable owners during the covid-19 outbreak. Pet Business World reports that more than one... Read more...