A self-confessed cat crazy lady has transformed her house to help care for more than 200 moggies for the RSPCA to prepare them for finding their loving forever homes. Maureen Austin (78), from Woking, Surrey, is one of the charity’s most prolific fosters and has also spent years volunteering at...

A puppy has survived a horror attack that left him with the worst injuries a leading vet has seen in 20 years. Eight-month-old Rupert was seriously injured in the incident that also left owner Linda Kelley, from Dursley, Gloucestershire, with severe cuts. It looked like the little cavapoo would have to...

On Blue Monday, the most depressing day of the year, a Dogs Trust survey reveals that an overwhelming majority of the UK’s dog owners – more than eight in ten (86%) - said their dog helps them feel more positive if they’re feeling down. In the survey, carried out by...

Bella & Duke’s Canine Behaviourist shares her top tips on how to build healthy habits for your pet in 2023. New year is a time many of us set out our goals to make for an unforgettable year. We all know that life is a little easier with a friend...

The UK is a nation of dog lovers, with 33% of homeowners having a dog as part of their family. Raw dog food company Ethically Raised has researched the most dog-friendly cities for restaurants, cafes and pubs, so owners can ensure their precious pets don't have to be left behind.  By looking at...

January is Walk Your Dog Month and what better way to kick start your New Year’s Resolutions by getting out in the great outdoors and walking off some of that festive food and drink? The most obvious health benefit to you and your dog being is getting outdoors to exercise...

Battersea is calling on residents living near its three centres in London, Old Windsor and Brands Hatch as well as its Community locations in Basingstoke, Guildford and Ashford to become Foster Carers and help dogs and cats in need of a home. The much-loved animal charity is seeking more Foster...

The third Monday of every January is commonly known as ‘Blue Monday’ or ‘the most depressing day of the year’. The long shifts at work, cold sunless days and distance from the last pay check can add up to quite the blue package. With Blue Monday falling on the 16th...

Cat lovers across the UK are being invited to nominate their furry friends for the biggest event in the feline year – the National Cat Awards. Run by the charity Cats Protection, the annual event celebrates the nation’s most marvellous moggies, with heart-warming tales of devotion, courage and companionship. Entries open...

More than half of British pet owners (55%) believe their animals suffer from the January blues, reveals new research by Vetster, the telehealth platform which connects licensed veterinarians with pet owners concerned about their pets’ health. Ahead of Blue Monday 16th January 2023, over half (50%) of owners surveyed reveal they walk their...