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Stopping Alabama Rot
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Stopping Alabama Rot

Keep paws clean and dry, checking often for cuts or lesions; avoid dirty, muddy areas and you'll help to keep your dog safe from an unpleasant disease known as Alabama Rot...

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Diet Time!
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Diet Time!

Did you know that in the UK, 1 in 3 cats and 1 in 4 dogs are overweight? And as so many owners think their pet’s weight is fine, the problem continues to grow.

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Obesity in pets

Obesity in pets

Obesity in pets, why is it such a big problem?  Obesity is a serious welfare issue in pets because it can cause suffering and can be extremely disabling

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Pets 1, January Blues 0
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Pets 1, January Blues 0

Christmas is over, the weather is still cold and the nights are still dark, but it’s nothing your pet can’t fix…

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Bonnie's Surgery - 2019

Bonnie's Surgery - 2019

Bonnies Surgery - What happened to Bonnie?

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Atlanta's Story

Atlanta's Story

Diabeties - An owner's perspective living with a diabetic dog.......Atlanta' Story 

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Sullivan and his diabetes

Sullivan and his diabetes

Sullivan is a 14 year old Tibetan Terrier who has always had lots of character but we started to notice a change......

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The Importance of Vaccinations
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The Importance of Vaccinations

A look at what routine vaccinations and boosters cover, and why they’re so important for the welfare of our pets…

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Cold Weather Care
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Cold Weather Care

Brrrr! As the temperature drops a tad closer to zero, let's look at how to keep our furry friends nice and warm...

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Pawf. Charles’ Firework Tips
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Pawf. Charles’ Firework Tips

HOOMAN! Find out how to keep your pet comfortable and calm during the Firework festivities, courtesy of BorrowMyDoggy…

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Poisonous Plants of Autumn
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Poisonous Plants of Autumn

We take a look at the seasonal plants to keep your pets away from this autumn...

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Why Do Cats Eat Grass?
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Why Do Cats Eat Grass?

Do you often wonder about this? Science Magazine recently published some interesting findings on why cats eat grass…

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