28 h. ago UK pet owners warned of 'scary and serious' symptoms from neglecting deworming

An alarming number of pet owners confessed to neglecting worming treatments for their pets because they haven't seen any symptoms of worms, according to a new study

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28 h. ago Vet urges dog and cat owners to deworm pets as symptoms can be 'scary and serious'

A third of pet owners admit to experiencing a few horrors as a result of not worming their dogs or cats, with some animals even being signed off work as a result

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45 h. ago It's Fenton all over again! Hilarious moment hapless dog owner chases her off

The owner is seen sprinting after her pet as dozens of deer dart away, many in the direction of nearby oncoming cars in Richmond Park in south west London

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2 d. ago New super comfy dog bed range is 20% off with code but only for a short time

Pet owners hunting to give their pooch the best sleep ever can take advantage of an exclusive bed sale

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3 d. ago Tucker Carlson 'immediately' sells his new Chevy truck after startling message appeared on the dash

Tucker Carlson decided to swap out his American-made pickup because he allegedly found a scary warning.

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5 d. ago Key reason why Brits are giving their robot vacuums 'pet names'

A survey of 1,000 UK adults has found that over half of robot vacuum owners have affectionately given their device quirky 'pet names'.

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6 d. ago Four reasons why UK pet owners are visiting the vet more often, as revealed by animal expert

UK pet owners spent billions on vet services in 2023 with people becoming more conscious of their animals' health

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9 d. ago Pet owners reveal 4 key signs your dog is anxious, with 75% of pooches affected

15 per cent of those surveyed said their dogs are anxious "all of the time".

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1 week ago Cat owner shares simple diet change that helped pet live to 30 years old

Millie, a much-loved moggy in Stockport, has reached the grand old age of 30 - and her devoted owner says the secret to her long life is her diet

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1 week ago Experts ‘amazed’ at survival of Valerie the miniature dachshund – on the run on South Australian island for more than a year

Pet escaped from her pen when her owners were holidaying on Kangaroo Island, which is famous for its native wildlifeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA miniature dachshund that went missing 16 months ago on Kangaroo Island in South Australia has been spotted alive and well – but continues to evade a team of volunteer searchers and wildlife experts who say they are “amazed” the dog survived for so long in the wild.Valerie weighed less than 4kg, had a pink collar and “would never leave [the] side” of her owner, Georgia Gardner, before she went missing in November 2023.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Pet cloning soars in popularity in China as owners told they can defy death

With pet ownership skyrocketing in China, grieving owners are turning to cloning to bring their beloved companions back. But not everyone is happy with the outcome, as Shahana Yasmin reports

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2 w. ago Shark sale sees 'small but fierce' vacuum for pet owners reduced by eye

With a dedicated motorised pet tool, it's described as a 'fantastic' vacuum for a new low price.

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2 w. ago 4 common flowers that could be deadly to your pets as spring rolls in

As the weather is getting warmer, pet owners should be aware of the common spring flowers that are toxic to dogs and cats - with daffodils, tulips, and lilies among the plants to avoid

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2 w. ago Woman who repeatedly failed to clear up dog poo from own garden ordered to pay thousands

'Even within their own gardens, dog owners must dispose of their pet’s poo responsibly, as in addition to the unpleasant smell and the mess created, there is a potential health risk associated with dog faeces'

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2 w. ago Peter Andre banned kids' treat after hearing alarming health warning

Peter Andre has revealed he has banned his youngest children from drinking slushies after reading a 'scary' health warning that has made him rethink his parenting.

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3 w. ago Dog trainer shares 'one thing' owners need to do when pet pulls on lead

A dog trainer has taken to social media to share the 'only tip you need' to stop your pet from pulling on the lead - and thankful owners say it's a 'game changer'

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3 w. ago Pet owners snap up clever robot vacuum designed to tackle cat and dog hair

Cleaning up after pets can be a constant nightmare, but this robot vacuum does it all

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3 w. ago Cat dies after being 'ripped apart' by dogs outside owner's house

The cats' owner found her pet 'demolished on the floor' outside her home in Bridgend

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3 w. ago Sausage dog owner's heartbreak as pet 'has to be put down after attack by Staffy'

Sausage dog Frank was mauled by a large black Staffy dog and sadly could not be saved and had to be put down following the "traumatising" attack on a South Wales beach

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3 w. ago I was crying, anxious, exhausted – why did no one warn me about the new

After weeks of looking forward to getting a cat, I was shocked at how miserable I was with Leo on the scene. But many cat and dog owners struggle to copeAs I sat on the sofa with my sister, my gorgeous and affectionate new cat ambled between us, purring. That’s when I finally had a meltdown. Weeks of anxiety had come to a head and, exhausted, I told her I was considering whether I should give my new housemate back.Leo wasn’t the problem. With just three legs but a huge heart, he was the ideal pet for me. He was a little nervous, often hiding under the bed, but he was incredibly sweet-natured. This had not been a rash decision either. I had spent a long time thinking through all the ramifications and responsibilities of owning a pet, and felt well prepared. Continue reading...

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