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Young cats abandoned zipped up in bag
The RSPCA is caring for two young cats and appealing for information after they were abandoned on the outskirts of Leeds.
A woman was walking her dog in the woods off Moor Knoll Lane, East Ardsley, on Tuesday afternoon (October 29) when she spotted a gym bag and thought it...
Breeder fined for kicking and hitting dog as she nursed pups
A woman from Cornwall has been fined after being caught on camera kicking a dog who was nursing her newborn puppies.
Sharon Jeannine Gladwell of Mount Pleasant, Hayle, Penwith, in Cornwall, appeared at Bodmin Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday (18 June) to be sentenced after pleading guilty to two offences under...
Survey launched to improve understanding of canine spinal problems
The Kennel Club has launched a new online health survey which aims to improve understanding of prevalence and types of spinal (neck, back or tail) problems affecting different pedigree dog breeds.
The survey has been developed to gain insights and identify any breed-specific nuances that may influence the development of spinal problems. The...
Dog owners warned to be vigilant during heatwave
Agria Pet Insurance issues warning, alongside owner of dog who suffered extreme heatstroke last year.
With soaring summer weather currently in full force in the UK, Agria, The Kennel Club’s pet insurance provider, and a dog owner from Newcastle are urging other owners to be vigilant to the signs of...
Lonely sofa-loving lurcher still waiting for new home after spending over...
An ‘adorable couch potato’ is still looking for his own sofa to snuggle up on after spending over two years of his life in kennels.
Five year old lurcher crossbreed Alvin is one of the RSPCA’s longest-staying dogs but he’s sadly being overlooked by potential adopters.
He was rescued by the...
Can I give ice cubes to my pet?
With temperatures continuing to rise, it’s important to keep pets cool to reduce the risk of heatstroke as symptoms can develop very quickly and have fatal consequences if not treated.
As pet owners search for new ways to cool their furry friends down, the trusty ice cube is an easy, cheap...
Walker & Drake launch new Dual Protein dog food
Following the success of their cold pressed dog food range, Walker & Drake has launched an innovative new product specially designed for dogs with food allergies and intolerances – Dual Protein.
The new Dual Protein is high in meat content together with ‘superfood’ vegetables and botanicals and is made using...
Inspirational and feel-good images light up RSPCA young photo comp
The RSPCA is showcasing some of the most inspirational and feel-good images from the charity’s Young Photographer Awards over the last few years, as it hopes more amazing photos of animals will light up the competition again in 2024.
Entries are still open, and completely free, for the RSPCA Young...
Agria first to insure pocket Bullies for life: Prioritising pet welfare...
Agria Pet Insurance has today announced its commitment to even more dog owners, taking a stance to support Pocket Bullies and their owners by providing lifetime veterinary fee cover for those in need of a pet insurance policy.
Agria is the first insurer to offer lifetime veterinary fee cover to customers...
I’m a vet and these are 6 things dog owners need...
Brits have been told to brace themselves for a summer heatwave, as the Met Office and UK Health Security Agency have issued a heat health alert from Monday 24th June to 5pm on Thursday 27th June.
With the UK set to experience a rise in temperatures, the UK’s leading emergency...
Vets see five times more heatstroke cases during hot weather –...
Dog owners are being encouraged to get savvy about the risks from hot weather as the Met Office predicts it will soon turn "much warmer" in large parts of the country, as staggering new data shows vets see five times as many cases of heatstroke during hot weather than...
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Howling hounds and creepy cats: Pet experts debunk spooky superstitions this...
As autumn nights grow longer and Halloween draws nearer, pet experts are shedding light on some of the most persistent superstitions about our furry companions.
TrustedHousesitters, the UK's leading pet-sitting platform, has gathered insights to separate fact from fiction in the animal world, addressing common beliefs about pets that often...
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