This National Volunteers Week, PDSA is celebrating the thousands of incredible volunteers across the country. The annual week takes place from Thursday, June 1 until Wednesday, June 7, and this year marks 39 years of celebrating those who devote their time to great causes. PDSA’s Loughborough-based charity shop is recognising the...

From dog walking to van driving, from data entry to campaigning on animal welfare issues - the RSPCA offers a tremendous variety of roles for aspiring volunteers to get stuck into. The animal charity has enjoyed a boom in volunteer numbers in recent months, helped by over 1,000 people signing...

We all know life is better with a best friend at our side and that’s definitely the case for best buddies Fudge and Blue at Dogs Trust Manchester. But although these four-legged friends are devoted to each other, they are hoping that as Best Friends Day approaches (8 June) they...

Hip hip hooray - holiday season is nearly upon us! And with UK beach getaways involving our furry family members more popular than ever, PDSA has pulled together top advice for travelling with your pet this summer. PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing said: “Being able to take your pet with...

With Child Safety Week beginning today (Monday 5 June), Battersea is offering advice to parents on how to keep their children safe around dogs. Ali Taylor, Head of Canine Behaviour and Training at Battersea says: “Keeping your child safe is paramount to parents at any time of year. But as...

Young dog lovers and their four-legged-friends are preparing for a fun-filled summer in Rutland, as the annual Young Kennel Club (YKC) Summer Camp returns to Rutland Showground, for a third consecutive year. Promising an action-packed week of activities, training and entertainment for both youngsters and their dogs, the YKC Summer...

A man who punched his dog with such force that he injured his hand and went to hospital has been jailed and banned from keeping animals for the rest of his life. Edward Casey was caught on camera physically and verbally abusing Staffordshire Bull Terrier Patch on two occasions following...

The RSPCA has thanked the massive contribution made by its volunteers after enjoying a surge in numbers of those offering their help during the Big Help Out. The animal charity is marking Volunteers' Week (June 1-7), which is an annual celebration of the efforts made by millions of people who...

Amongst the fluffy cuddles, dog walks and playtime, getting a puppy can seem a simple thing to do. But how easy is it to actually raise a puppy? To find this out, Compare the Market surveyed both parents and dog owners (paw-rents) to determine just how hard raising a puppy is,...

Pets at Home is launching a brand-new product range, specially designed for puppies, to support pet owners through the joys and challenges that come with welcoming a new pup. Inspired by nature, the collection includes everything a new pet owner needs – from clothing, to toys, bedding and more – and features...