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Dog owners warned about toxic algae buildup during heatwave

A dog became ill after entering water at Bushy Park on Monday

Evening Standard

Vet shares 'most effective' hygiene tip to improve your dog's health

Head of veterinary services at Blue Cross, Caroline Reay, has shared the only thing dog owners can do to improve their pet's overall health - and it can cost only £2.99

Daily Mirror

The five second test dog owners should do before going on walk in hot weather

Dog owners should take care with their pets to keep them safe in warm weather.

Daily Record

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Five second test that tells you if it's too hot to walk your dog

Dog owners are being warned against walking their dogs during the hottest time of the day, from 11am to 3pm, and are being urged to test the temperature of the pavement before taking their pets out

Daily Mirror

Dogs in the summer: How hot is too hot, keeping your pet cool and spotting signs of heatstroke

Heatstroke can be fatal for dogs in warmer weather, with flat-faced breeds like pugs and bulldogs particularly at risk

Chronicle Live

Keeping dogs cool during the hot weather - get your questions answered by an expert

The Blue Cross and RSPCA are sharing their knowledge on how best to care for your pets during a heatwave

Daily Mirror

'Silent killer' hot weather warning for pet owners as heatwave set to hit Britain

The Met Office has predicted that temperatures may reach above-average highs by Friday - here is what charities are urging pet owners to do

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Greater Manchester set to be hotter than LANZAROTE this week as 'heatwave' predicted

The mercury is set to reach a sizzling 28C on Friday

Manchester Evening News

Experts issue 'silent killer' heatwave warning to UK pet owners

Hot weather poses dangers including pets falling out of windows Kitten Dory

Wales Online

Charities issue warning for animals ahead of hot weather

The RSPCA is urging dog owners to be aware of the dangers of walking their pets in scorching temperatures.

The Independent UK

Blue Cross advice on monkeypox after patients warned to 'stay away from pets'

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed a total of 321 monkeypox cases in the UK, as of June 7, with 305 in England, 11 in Scotland, three in Wales and two in Northern Ireland

Daily Mirror

Experts issue warning to pet owners over letting their dogs run through long grass

Dogs are more likely to chow down on grass at this time of the year compared to the rest.

Daily Record

Even when IVF is covered by insurance, high bills and hassles abound

After years of trying to have a baby without success, Brenna Kaminski and her husband, Joshua Pritt, decided to try in vitro fertilization.

Tribune News Service

Scared dog with matted fur and overgrown claws finally finds forever home

Chihuahua Missy was suffering from painful injuries to her eyes, ears and ribs when she was discovered in North East Lincolnshire - but has secured a new home after making a full recovery

Daily Mirror

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Terrifying 'Dogs at Polling Stations' warning from concerned animal charity

The Blue Cross is urging owners against leaving their dogs tied up outside the polling station as they turn out to vote today - as they could be putting their pets' safety and health at risk

Chicago Tribune

Want free, at-home COVID-19 tests from pharmacies and insurers? It’s not always easy, despite requirements

CHICAGO -- Some Illinois residents say they’re still having trouble getting free at-home COVID-19 tests from pharmacies and insurance companies, more than three months after the White House began requiring insurers to cover them.

WEKU

Even when IVF is covered by insurance, high bills, surprises and hassles abound

Only 15 states require insurance to cover in vitro fertilization, a pricey path to parenthood. But expensive procedures and drugs can lead to unexpected bills even for the fortunate who are insured.

Daily Mirror

Puppies learn what human kisses mean - but abused dogs struggle to figure it out

Dogs learn to understand what kisses mean by watching their owners interact with one another - but it's not so simple for dogs who have been abused or neglected

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Wales Online

Bulldog puppies need life-changing surgery to breathe properly after being handed over to charity

Dolly and Donna were surrendered to Breeds in Need with co-founder Sally Turzanski shocked by their condition

The Independent UK

TikTokkers furious at health insurance company for refusing to fund disabled man’s feeding robot

‘Blue Cross Blue Shield is screwing over my friend Kevin, and you need to see what they’re doing to him,’ says TikTokker Olivia Mancuso

Daily Mirror

Dog owners face hefty £2,000 fine if they don't add key detail to pet's collar

All dogs must wear collar with the owner’s name and address on it when walking in a public place - but adding a mobile phone number to the tag is still optional

Daily Mirror

Will pugs and French bulldogs be banned in UK? Breeds face urgent health crackdown

Strict new crackdown on 'dangerous' breeding might see pugs and French bulldogs banned across the UK. Here's what you need to know about the possible nationwide ban on these flat-faced breeds

Wales Online

Should pugs and French Bulldogs be banned dog breeds? Take our survey

Here's your chance to say what you think after pet charity Blue Cross vowed to tackle dangerous breeding of the flat-faced dogs

Manchester Evening News

Dog-lovers speak out in favour of banning 'barbaric' and 'horrendous' breeding of Pugs and French Bulldogs

"Watching these poor dogs suffer just trying to breathe is horrendous so goodness knows how the poor dog feels"

Liverpool Echo

Warning sent to anyone with a Pug or French Bulldog

A campaign has been launched by an animal charity

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