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The daily walk forms an important part of our dog’s routine; a chance for them to stretch their legs (and ours!). As it’s something we do every day, we may not always be aware of some of the rules and restrictions in place when we wander through the park or woodland.

Read more: Taking your dog out in public

Moor Cottage photo finalists

If you follow us on Facebook, you may have seen the photo competition we launched earlier this year. We asked you to share your favourite photos of your pets, with the winner - as voted by our followers - getting a photo shoot with Danielle Spencer Photography.

Read more: Announcing the winner of our photo competition

Have your holiday plans this summer taken on a different look and feel? Are you swapping sunbeds and sand for…well, a field? Camping and caravanning is the holiday trend for summer 2020. Many campsites are fully prepared to safely cater for families over the coming months and the great news is, many are happy to welcome our dogs too!

Read more: Camping with your dog

If recent months meant you put your new pet plans on hold, you may now be starting to put the wheels in motion to extend your family and welcome a new member. Many people Google reputable breeders or consider designer dogs based on celebrity social media profiles, however, considering adopting a rescue animal can be hugely rewarding.

Read more: Adopt a pet – save a life

As we transition from lockdown, more of us are exploring the outdoors with our pets in the summer weather. With increased time outside, the chances of coming across injured or sick wildlife also multiply. If you encounter a wild animal in need, it can be hard to know what to do. Wild animals can be very unpredictable if approached by humans, especially when they are frightened or injured.

Read more: Advice on helping injured wildlife in the summer

Many of us are spending more time at home than we normally would, and you may be wondering if and how this may affect your feline friends. Below we have put together some useful hints and tips to help you create the perfect home environment, with some child-friendly activities included to keep both your children and cats occupied, all year round, but particularly during the summer months.

Read more: Caring for your cat - an owner’s guide

One of our canine patients, Bexley, got in a bit of an unlucky situation earlier this  year when he got his legs trapped in a garden bench. The fire brigade were called in order to set Bexley free with the help of the out of hours vets who came out to give him a sedative.

Read more: Braveheart - Bexley's story

Know the facts, reduce the risk

Read more: Diabetes Week - 8 to 14 June 2020

Having been in lockdown, and with schools closed for almost ten weeks, there has been a surge in parents getting rabbits for their children. The general docile nature of rabbits makes it seem like they can be looked after by young children with minimal supervision. However, there are many things to consider before welcoming a rabbit to the family as their care can be more complex than imagined.

Read more: Looking after your pet rabbit in the current environment

How owning a pet can be good for your mental health

Read more: How owning a pet can be good for your mental health