NATURAL VetCare has returned to the UK pet supplements category with a fully rebuilt, vet-formulated range designed to support the growing shift from reactive treatment to proactive, daily wellbeing. Backed by AB Agri and Associated British Foods, the relaunch - which happened just before Crufts - introduces a portfolio of clinically formulated supplements for dogs developed using proven ingredients at active inclusion levels.

Nominations are now open for this year’s UK School Dog of the Year Awards. There is growing evidence that dogs can reduce anxiety, improve behaviour and support learning. And the awards highlight their role in transforming pupil wellbeing, confidence and engagement – whether by reassuring nervous readers, offering calm companionship or giving other forms of support.

CHARITY Pet Blood Bank UK is excited to announce that CVS Vets is returning as the sponsor of its annual awards. The Heart of Pet Blood Bank Award seeks to recognise inspiring people, practices, and dogs who go the extra mile to support the charity. With nomination categories that align with the charity’s core values, the awards offer an opportunity for those who contribute to the lifesaving work of Pet Blood Bank UK to be celebrated for their efforts.

PIONEERING technology from animal diagnostics leader MI:RNA can detect disease before clinical signs appear, providing pet owners and farmers with early health insights while also guiding veterinary conversations and care. GONE are the days when wait and see was an acceptable strategy for our pets' health. In 2026, a more proactive approach is being taken. We are entering an era where advanced diagnostic science has the potential to move into our homes with the support of c

LITPET, a multi award-winning UK-based company, has launched its range of supplements based on herbal Traditional Chinese Medicine in a new paste format. LitPet's new Meaty Mix is a series of functional nutritional pastes for cats and dogs, designed as daily supplements to target specific wellness needs.

PET health brand Nutravet has released findings from a 30-day comprehensive study to demonstrate the efficacy of its Nutraquin joint support chews. Research indicates that up to 35% of all dogs will be affected by joint stiffness at some point in their lives, impacting their mobility, comfort and quality of life.   Nutravet  conducted a mobility survey in collaboration with VidiVet, as part of their ongoing focus on delivering proven results of their products. 

NEW data has revealed a surge in cases of dogs suffering from stress, suggesting 2025 was the most anxious year for canines. Research from pet insurer Waggel and digital vet platform Joii found 1,951 cases of anxious dogs in 2023 compared with 3,722 last year. Experts believe so-called ‘emotional contagion’ may be behind the rise. This occurs when dogs pick up on and mirror the rising levels of stress and anxiety in their owners.

A PET health brand founded by vets and backed by Dragons Den stars has launched its latest breakthrough in canine oral care. OMNI's Dual-Texture Dental Sticks - developed by its veterinary team - combines a new IP protected design with PlaqBlast technology. Designed to make daily oral care easier as well as being calorie controlled, the unique sticks feature a hard, multi grooved outer shell designed to gently scrub away plaque and debris from the gumline.

A ROMANIAN animal shelter is calling on UK dog lovers to help support its work tackling the country’s stray dog crisis. Speranta Shelter, based in Bucharest, is expanding its mission of rescuing, re-homing and rehabilitating strays with a sterilisation campaign and education programmes for children and adults. And it is also appealing for dog lovers in the UK to support its remote-adoption scheme, which helps fund care for dogs in Romania.

Dr Franscisco Gomez explains why he wrote The Pet Eye Guide.

THE scale of pet homelessness has risen to worrying new heights in the last five years. The data highlights a growing number of pets being surrendered, as the cost-of-living crisis pushes more UK families to make painful choices. Now, to help tackle the growing issue, Blue Cross has launched its Christmas appeal.

THE owner of Sausage Dog Box has launched a new company called BreedFit by Surgery Suit, which creates post op recovery wear and compatible absorbent pads for pets in tailored breed-specific sizing. The innovative GOTS-certified organic cotton and OEKO-TEX Bamboo recovery garments are non-toxic and hypoallergenic to cater for pets with sensitive skin.

PET Blood Bank UK has issued an urgent appeal for dogs across the country to donate blood as supplies drop to critically low levels. The charity needs to collect 800 units before Christmas to ensure no dog is left without lifesaving blood this winter. With the colder and busier period of the year settling in, Pet Blood Bank has seen a sharp drop in appointments and an 18% fall in new donor registrations.

A PET food company backed by investors on Dragon’s Den has appointed a new canine behaviourist to help support dog owners and their anxious pets. Nico Joiner has joined the team at Omni Pet, which produces allergy-friendly, healthy food. He now leads the firm’s free behaviour consultation service, which offers tailored, one-to-one guidance to help overcome challenges such as separation anxiety, noise reactivity, travel stress, and fear of fireworks.

Hannah Godfrey, BVetMed, MRCVS, looks at the need to stay safe when walking dogs during winter.

PARK LiFE, the family-run creators of naturally guilt-free dog treats, has launched a new line called Dog-Friendly Noses. The grain-free, chocolate-inspired treats which are shaped like dog noses, come with a ‘Happy Belly Promise’ and are made with 100% natural, human-grade ingredients. PARKLiFE, which has released the treats in time for Christmas, wanted to create a safe alternative to real chocolate, which is toxic to dogs.

A NEW digital welfare tool which aims to transform breeding transparency and support healthier dogs across the UK has been launched by PetProov.com The Innate Health Assessment (IHA), is a free, 10-point welfare framework developed by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (APGAW) in collaboration with Dr Dan O’Neill of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC).

THREE in four couples do not have a pre-nuptial agreement in place to determine who keeps a pet if their relationship ends, research from digital bank Monzo has revealed. The study says this can lead to people being left to meet the financial cost of caring for their pet by themselves, which can cost up to £1,455 a year.

PET owners are being urged to think of their companion’s health before dishing out festive treats or scraps of food from the Christmas dinner table. Shelves across supermarkets and pet stores are already stacked with advent calendars, rawhide candy canes and ‘turkey dinner’ biscuits for cats and dogs. Whilst these may look fun and festive, Paws and Co Veterinary Centre, in Yorkshire, is warning that many of these Christmas products could be doing pets more harm than good.

A CHARITY which trains dogs to save lives perform by detecting human disease is celebrating the arrival of a very special new litter. Medical Detection Dogs has welcomed four golden retriever labrador cross puppies and is now urgently seeking volunteers to help socialise the future lifesavers. With the right care and training, the dogs could one day help detect serious illnesses such as bowel cancer and Parkinson’s faster and less invasively than other methods.