fbpx
HomeNews

News

News

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...
Companion Life
Charities

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...
Companion Life
Charities

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...
Companion Life
News

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...
Companion Life
News

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...
Companion Life
Charities

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...
Companion Life
News

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...
Companion Life
News

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...
Companion Life
News

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...
Companion Life
Charities

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...
Companion Life
Charities

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...
Companion Life

FEATURED

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...
Companion Life

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,...