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Avoid antifreeze poisoning

As we head towards the cooler days and evenings, we need to think about preparing our cars for winter…

A paws for animal blessing

by Lorraine Gibson A much-loved animal blessing service makes a welcome return to St. John’s Church, Holdenhurst Village after a…

Facts about rabbits

Rabbits are such popular pets these days, so here’s some facts that you might not know. Healthy, well-looked after rabbits…

Take your cat to the vet for regular checks

Cats are masters of disguise and hiding signs of illness. Regular vet health checks are important to pick up…

Giving your dog a great diet is… Simple

Here at Raw Made Simple we like to keep things ‘Simple’… hence the name. We believe in high-quality ingredients in…

Breathe on me, breath of dog!

Why does my pet’s breath smell? We’re a nation of pet lovers and who doesn’t love an affectionate lick or…

Appeal to realise late dog rescuer’s dream

Staffie and Stray Rescue (SSR) specialise in taking in more difficult dogs that are considered in the rescue world…

Surf’s Pup!

You’d be barking to miss this dog fest! Britain’s only surf contest for canines, the UK Dog Surfing Championships is…

Beware of lungworm

Lungworm (or Angiostrongylus Vasorum) is a parasite affecting dogs and foxes. It can cause significant disease and in some…

Does my pet have heat stroke?

Most domestic pets are covered with fur and so can’t regulate their body temperature by sweating. They rely on…