A FAMILY dog underwent emergency surgery after vets discovered her liver had slipped into her chest cavity and was crushing her lungs. Willow, a previously fit and healthy dog, first displayed signs that something was not right when she developed a nasal discharge and mild breathing difficulty. Owner Beth Dunne took her straight to her local vet, where tests began.

A NEWLY launched photography project celebrating Britain’s love of dogs has been forced to expand its first-ever shoot after being inundated with applications. Dogs of Great Britain, created by acclaimed photographer Gerry Slade, will now host an extra session at Arley Hall, Cheshire, famous as the home of Tommy Shelby in Peaky Blinders, on Wednesday, July 22, from 5pm. The first shoot takes place on April 18. The project combines fine art dog portraiture with iconic British

PET owners are being encouraged to invest time in sourcing cheaper medicines following a groundbreaking report into the veterinary sector. Petscribers, a price comparison and prescription platform, says people could save hundreds of pounds a year by changing the way they make pharmaceutical purchases. Last month, the Competition and Markets Authority report announced sweeping reforms aimed at improving transparency and reducing the cost of pet medicines.

A LEADING veterinary imaging provider has launched a new resource hub aimed at empowering horse owners to become more informed on their animal’s health. Hallmarq Veterinary Imaging has developed Talk Lameness, a comprehensive educational programme and online resource centre. It is designed to help bridge the gap between an owner’s initial observations and a veterinary consultation, fostering more productive conversations about equine lameness.

A SURVEY has been launched to improve knowledge of the lives, behaviours and wellbeing of the nation's small animals. The Great British Small Animal Census 2026, which is being run by Burgess Excel, aims to strengthen understanding of small animal ownership. The outcomes will develop industry education and promote best practice, reinforcing Burgess Excel’s long‑standing commitment to driving welfare standards across the sector. 

A MUCH-LOVED family dog whose life was put at risk by a piece of wire lodged in his stomach is back home and thriving after surgery. Charlie, from Leicestershire, had become lethargic, was refusing food and was showing signs of abdominal discomfort.

BUTTERFLY Conservation is calling on the public to get involved in its bumper summer of butterflies. This year, alongside its hugely popular Big Butterfly Count, which sees tens of thousands of people spend 15 minutes counting butterflies, the charity is launching something new - a vote to discover Britain’s Favourite Butterfly.

A UK charity which specialises in helping disabled dogs is travelling more than 5,000 miles to China to give some of the most vulnerable survivors of the dog meat trade a second chance at life. Volunteers Broken Biscuits, which is based in Lincolnshire, will travel to Harbin in north-east China on March 15, alongside two specialist orthopaedic veterinarians from The Vet Station in Surrey.

A SMALL team based in Nottingham has become an unlikely online hit after their videos analysing the UK’s most popular dog foods began going viral with pet owners. Working from an office in Toton, Nottingham, the team behind independent website All About Dog Food spend their days examining the ingredients, nutrition and processing behind thousands of pet foods sold across the UK.

A PET nutrition brand is calling on dog owners to treat their companions as athletes through its range of performance-driven food. Nulo - which is backed by elite athletes Simone Biles, the Olympic gold medal-winning US gymnast, and Team GB skeleton star Matt Weston - now has its range of dog food exclusively available nationwide through Pets at Home. Additional ranges are set to follow.

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.

THE police and two leading equine welfare charities have joined forces to help cut collisions and near-misses involving horses on rural roads. A collection of short, practical films shot in the South West explain exactly how riders, handlers and drivers can share the roads safely and what the Highway Code really means for equine road users.

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.

NUTRAVET, a leading provider of veterinary strength health products, has launched its latest innovation for animal dental care. Nutraplaque purée for cats is designed to support daily oral hygiene by helping to reduce and control plaque, soften and control tartar, and freshen breath. February is Pet Dental Health Month, an annual reminder of the importance of oral care for animals at every stage of life.

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. 

THE good people of Kotor, Montenegro, on the Adriatic Coast, think the best thing that ever happened to the town was when cats decided to jump ship and make the medieval town their own. WHEN the cats abandoned their shipboard duties of keeping mice and rats away from the food stores and snuck ashore more than a century ago, they quickly adjusted to life on land and set about dispatching Kotor’s rodent population.

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.