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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...
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Scrumbles launches new “Sensitive+” dry cat food recipe exclusively at Pets...

Scrumbles, the natural pet food brand known for its gut-centric recipes and commitment to pet health, is excited to announce the launch of its newest product: Sensitive+, a dry cat food recipe tailored for cats with specialised dietary needs. This exclusive product will be available at Pets at Home stores...
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Severely matted dog found near railway line had been neglected ‘for...

The RSPCA has released shocking images of a 14-year-old Shih Tzu called Tilly who is believed to have been deliberately abandoned, barely alive, on an embankment near a railway line in Merseyside. The elderly dog was hypothermic and barely responsive when she was discovered by a member of the public...
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Assisi Pet Care group aiming to raise money for the Blue...

The Assisi Pet Care group, home to pet brands including Burns Pet Nutrition and Hi Life is embarking on a fundraising tour of Europe with the aim of raising £2,000 for the Blue Cross pet charity. From 10th June, Assisi employees across the UK will be banding together as they prepare to...
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Family cat left left needing emergency amputation after car accident

A beloved cat from Manchester was left needing emergency treatment at PDSA after a suspected road traffic accident. Two-year-old Charlie Shaw had a severe injury known as ‘de-gloving’ where the entire length of his tail had been completely torn off from the underlying soft tissue, muscle, and bone. His injuries...
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Darlington pet-care business partners with college to build doggy play equipment

Petpals Darlington & Yarm, the community’s trusted multi-service pet-care provider, is teaming up with Darlington College’s carpentry and joinery students to bring new dog training equipment to the area. As well as enhancing the resources available for the dogs of Darlington, the initiative aims to provide valuable hands-on experience for...
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112 pet rats found in one room at Lancashire property rescued...

A woman from Lancashire has been given a suspended prison sentence after more than 100 pet rats were found living in dirty and overcrowded conditions in one room at her house. Thirty eight rodents were running loose at the property in Haig Avenue, Leyland, and 74 others were in cages,...
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Rabbit Awareness Week returns with focus on Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies!

Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) – the UK’s largest campaign of its kind - is back for 2024 to help rabbit owners understand more about the best ways to care for these intelligent, inquisitive animals. Now in its 18th year, this year’s RAW runs from 24-28 June, with the theme Healthy Diet, Happy Bunnies. Dr...
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Going the extra mile – Dedicated couple who have fostered over...

The team at Dogs Trust West Calder is celebrating the work of two incredibly dedicated and compassionate volunteers who have fostered over 200 dogs.  Roy and Laura Johnston from Livingston became foster carers for Dogs Trust West Calder in 2016 and have since welcomed into their home over 200 dogs of...
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Investigation launched after skinny dog found abandoned in Merseyside

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a skinny dog was found wandering in Prescot, Merseyside. RSPCA Inspector Leanne Cooper is investigating after the dog - believed to be a pocket bully type - was found straying in Holden Road in Prescot. The tan-coloured dog was caught by a member of the...
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The top 5 most popular pet names inspired by Taylor Swift  

Where there are pet owners… there are also Swifties! As a self-proclaimed cat-lover, Taylor Swift has taken the world by storm with her infamous Eras Tour, as well as being recently crowned Spotify’s most listened-to artist of 2023.* As Taylor graces the UK with her presence! As such, it’s of...
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Shine a red light on wellness all year round

Harnessing the power of light energy to promote wellness may not be new, but it’s experiencing a resurgence, not only in practice, but as...

PDSA – Why pets eat the strangest things

From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers – our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What...

Top tips for pet owners during summer

During summer months we love nothing more than spending our time outdoors with pets. With warmer weather and longer days, it’s the best time to...

Vet shares symptoms of condition dogs can pass to humans

With approximately 13.5 million dogs as pets in the UK, many pet owners may not know of some conditions that their dog can pass to them...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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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...