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Northumberland dog hit by train after being spooked by fireworks
A dog owner from Northumberland is urging caution this fireworks season, following the devastating loss of her family’s beloved Bearded Collie.
Michelle Kennedy and her family, from Berwick-upon-Tweed, were devasted after her dad, Michael, left for a walk on Bonfire Night in 2017 with their two Bearded Collies, and only...
Star of RSPCA festive film finds a new home for Christmas
The Shetland star of the RSCPA’s heart-warming festive film has found her own fairy-tale ending – a new home for Christmas as a therapy pony.
Poor Tink was rescued by the RSPCA after being abandoned, up to her tummy in a muddy, wet field.
The plucky pony stars as the lonely...
Rescue dog returns to dogs’ home to spread some ‘Fishmas’ cheer
Cocker Spaniel Riley returned to his former rescue centre to spread some ‘Fishmas’ cheer with Christmas dinner for those still waiting for forever homes.
Two-year old Riley was joined by his human companion, the CEP of pet food company, Fish4Dogs, who along with wife Jo, adopted Riley earlier this...
85% of dogs are treated to a full Christmas dinner with...
According to research released by Royal Canin, some festive favourites that we give our pets could be causing long-term damage to your dog’s health.
Royal Canin asked 2,000 UK dog owners about changes in their feeding habits over Christmas, and 85% of owners admitted to feeding their dog a whole...
Is your pet on Santa’s naughty list?
With 12.5 million pets in the doghouse this Christmas, the most cracking Christmas crimes committed by pets have been revealed.
Devouring the Christmas fairy, relieving themselves on the Christmas tree and flashing their ‘lipstick’ in front of unwitting relatives, feature on a list of festive ‘faux-paws’ that British cats and...
Puppies dumped in crate on cold and frosty morning
Dogs Trust is caring for three French Bulldog puppies after they were found abandoned in a crate in an alleyway.
The adorable black pups, who are fifteen weeks old were dumped without food, water or even a blanket to keep them warm.
The puppies, named Polar, Arctic and Chilly by the...
Widower looks forward to Christmas once more thanks to rescue dog
A widower is looking forward to Christmas once more thanks to a rescue dog he adopted from Dogs Trust Shrewsbury.
When John Brindley’s wife died four years ago there was a huge gap left in his life. But now thanks to ten-year old rescue dog, Frank, the gap has been...
RCVS President donates money to charities helping vulnerable animals
The President of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has chosen two charities to support for the College’s annual Christmas donation.
The two chosen charities, both chosen by Dr Niall Connell, StreetVet and The American Fondouk, help to treat some of the most vulnerable animals and will each receive...
Could you make a Collie’s Christmas wish come true?
A friendly, enthusiastic five-year old Collie Cross is bound to make for a fun new addition to the family.
Staff at Dogs Trust Shoreham are appealing for a new home for, Dexter a handsome Collie Cross who has lots of energy and is looking for owners who can provide him...
Happy ending for newborn kittens dumped two days before Christmas
Eight kittens found dumped in an alleyway in Oldham will be spending this Christmas in a loving home after being rescued by the RSPCA.
The RSPCA was called to rescue two adult cats and eight kittens who were found in a cardboard box in Oldham just two days before Christmas...
Fears for reindeer at festive events which could leave then ‘stressed...
As the final Christmas countdown begins, the RSPCA reveals concerns for the welfare of the estimated 1,500 reindeer used in festive events.
The thought of meeting a real-life reindeer at a Christmas event is exciting for people of all ages, but the animal welfare charity is concerned that these complex...
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Dogs Trust partners with Magic Classical for the perfect canine calming Bonfire...
Ahead of next week’s Bonfire Night, Magic Classical radio has teamed up with the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, to provide the perfect playlist to help calm dogs that find the noise of fireworks distressing.
Magic Classical’s Calming Pet Sounds, in partnership with Dogs Trust, includes Pachelbel’s Canon,...
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