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What is ‘sentience' in animals and why does it matter? 

Sentience means the ability to have experiences. A sentient animal can feel things, not just physical sensations like heat or pain, but also internal states such as comfort, fear, curiosity or pleasure. You don’t need t…

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How to have a pet-safe New Year’s 

New Year’s Eve brings back the parties and firework celebrations. Some may not celebrate and just have a quiet night in, whilst others host parties… And some have to stay at home because their pets get stressed by visitors, change, or the loud noises around them. So, w…

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Designed and run by vets, the Vet Help Direct animal symptom checker directs you to personalised first aid advice and clear guidelines about when to contact the vet. Easy and fun to use, Vet Help Direct is the online source of reliable vet advice for concerned pet owners, horse owners and farmers.

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Best UK vets awards

The awards are held annually and recognise veterinary practices across the UK that achieve exceptional customer satisfaction. The awards are hosted by us, VetHelpDirect.com – an independent vet reviewing platform and directory website.

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