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1 week ago | 
petsmag.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
The great British summer has finally decided to show up – and it’s coming in hot. With temperatures set to soar across much of the UK this week, it’s not just us humans who need to take extra care. While we might enjoy a spot of sunbathing or a cheeky ice cream in the shade, our pets can find the heat uncomfortable, and in some cases, downright dangerous.
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1 week ago | 
petsmag.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
Raising chickens at home continues to grow in popularity across the UK, especially among those looking to live more sustainably, reduce food waste, or enjoy fresh eggs. But while feed, breed, and welfare are often discussed, one area that deserves more attention is the type of housing you choose for your flock. For anyone keeping chickens in a garden or backyard, the chicken coop isn’t just a shelter, it plays a key role in their safety, comfort, and long-term health.
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1 week ago | 
northernengineer.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
A pioneering low-carbon furnace system has reached its final commissioning phase at the Materials Processing Institute (MPI), marking a significant step forward in the decarbonisation of emission-intensive industrial processes.
Manufactured by Therser UK, the bespoke multi-fuel bogie hearth furnace is capable of heating up to five tonnes of material. It can operate using hydrogen, hydrogen/natural gas blends, and a range of other low-carbon fuels.
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2 weeks ago | 
petsmag.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
In a landmark ruling hailed as a breakthrough for animal welfare, Morocco’s Administrative Court in Rabat has found the Ministry of the Interior symbolically responsible for the mass killing of stray dogs and cats. The judgement, delivered on 6 June 2025, followed a legal challenge by a coalition of Moroccan animal protection groups.
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2 weeks ago | 
standard.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
Lifestyle | Mischievous CatsFrom sock thefts to sly surveillance, is your cat purring with pleasure or anticipating its next meal? Here’s how to decode their behaviourAdvertisement featureGetty ImagesMarie Carter-Robb2 minutes agoCurious whiskers, upright tails and contented purrs are all signs of a happy cat. Here’s how to spot the subtle – and not-so-subtle – clues your feline friend is thriving.
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2 weeks ago | 
petsmag.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
By Mark Gill, CEO of PetasureDog theft is not a new crime. But it is becoming more organised, more lucrative, and more disturbing. If you’ve ever scrolled through social media only to see another heart-wrenching post about a missing dog, you’re not alone. Pet theft, especially dog theft, is on the rise. And while it’s tempting to dismiss these cases as isolated or unfortunate, the reality is far more shocking.
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2 weeks ago | 
northernengineer.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
NG Bailey, the UK’s largest independent engineering and infrastructure services provider, has been delivering complex projects since 1921. A family-owned business, it has grown from humble beginnings as a small electrical contractor into an award-winning, nationally recognised Group at the forefront of innovation in infrastructure and building services.
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2 weeks ago | 
northernengineer.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
Newcastle-based engineering consultancy RWO has secured a series of new ground investigation and structural engineering contracts, marking a significant expansion of its national geoenvironmental services.
The undisclosed five-figure package involves delivering site investigation and structural engineering support to CU Phosco – a leading specialist in the design, manufacture, installation and maintenance of high-mast lighting aprons.
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3 weeks ago | 
petsmag.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
A leading UK charity that supports retired police dogs has launched a campaign urging the Government to provide pensions for police service animals when they retire. The Thin Blue Paw Foundation is calling for mandatory financial assistance to help cover the often substantial veterinary costs associated with these dogs’ post-service care.
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3 weeks ago | 
petsmag.co.uk | Marie Carter-Robb
For the first time in more than three decades, bears are back on the Isle of Wight. Two rescued brown bear brothers, Benji and Balu, have arrived to begin a new life of peace and care at the Wildheart Animal Sanctuary in Sandown. Believed to be around 13 years old, Benji and Balu spent years confined in a cage in Azerbaijan. This week, they completed an extraordinary 3,000-mile journey to the UK and are now settling into their specially designed coastal sanctuary.
