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How to protect your pet from theft

24th February, 2023

It’s something we all don’t like to think about, and a pet going missing can be a really scary and upsetting time for any owner. While more often than not your pet will simply have wandered a little too far away, sadly we do know that thieves target family pets, especially dogs....

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Pet owners mistake osteoarthritis pain for normal signs of ageing

22nd February, 2023

Many cat and dog owners could be confusing the symptoms of osteoarthritis for general ageing, or other health issues, new research suggests....

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How much should I feed my senior cat?

17th February, 2023

Is your cat looking chubbier than usual? Being overweight can cause a number of health issues for your favourite feline. Help them stay slim with these top tips....

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30-year-old dog named world’s oldest

15th February, 2023

A 30-year-old dog from Portugal has been officially named as the world’s oldest. Born in May 1992, Bobi is not just the oldest dog living; he’s the oldest dog ever, according to Guinness World Records....

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Has your dog got dental problems?

8th February, 2023

Brushing your dog’s teeth is the best way to keep their mouth healthy. If a dog’s teeth are not regularly cleaned, the plaque will build up and turn into tartar. This can lead to inflammation and tenderness, and can also go on to cause gingivitis and gum disease....

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Pioneering treatment helps dogs with late-stage cancer

1st February, 2023

A novel cancer therapy trialled in Singapore has been shown to extend the lives of terminally ill dogs. When dogs are diagnosed with late-stage or terminal cancer, the treatment options are often limited. In a recent study, however, a novel form of chemoimmunotherapy was found to be a promising treatment....

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Top 10 gifts to make your older dog feel like a pup again 

31st January, 2023

Want to encourage your older dog to move more? Petwise shares the 10 best gifts that will bring out the playful side of your young-at-heart canine....

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Dry skin in older dogs

26th January, 2023

Have you noticed your senior dog itching a lot? Do they appear to have dandruff? Discover why old canines get dry skin and what you can do to help with these tips from Petwise....

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Dogs vs pigs: only dogs try to direct humans' attention to interesting objects

25th January, 2023

Dogs and pigs both have a fairly complex social system and can be raised in a domestic setting in similar ways. But dogs are more adept at getting humans’ help to solve a task, a new study shows....