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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...
RSPCA reveals flat-faced cats are among the most overlooked rescue pets
The RSPCA has revealed that Persian cats are among the most commonly overlooked pets in rescue centres - potentially because of the often severe health issues they face.
Despite Persians being the most common pedigree breed found in RSPCA care, on average it takes 68 days to rehome a Persian...
Everything you need to know about muzzle training your dog
With the recent announcement that it will be illegal for XL Bully dogs to be out in public without a muzzle from 31 December 2023, it’s essential for owners of the breed to start muzzle training their dogs as soon as possible.
But vet charity PDSA says muzzle training can...
Paleo Ridge launches exclusive Black Friday deal for trade partners
Paleo Ridge, the UK’s premium provider of high-quality raw dog food is delighted to announce an exclusive Black Friday promotion for their valued trade partners.
Stockists have the opportunity to opt in for a whole month of special savings, allowing them to offer their customers a generous 20% discount on...
RSPCA in Manchester appeals for ‘special’ home for ‘brave and inspirational’...
A blind cat who has won over the hearts of staff and volunteers at the RSPCA in Manchester is ready for a new home after animal lovers rallied round to fund his desperately-needed surgery.
Four-year-old Clint came into the care of the charity’s Manchester & Salford Branch back in September...
Antifreeze is highly toxic to animals, warns PDSA
PDSA is warning motorists to be careful with anti-freeze as they prepare their cars for winter. The vet charity for pets in need warns that the solution is highly toxic to pets.
PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Ethylene glycol is the active component in antifreeze, and is extremely poisonous...
Crufts 2024 tickets released: world’s greatest celebration of dogs returns
More than 20,000 dogs will be taking their paws to the NEC in Birmingham for Crufts 2024, which takes place from 7 – 10 March, with tickets going on sale today (13 November).
Organised by The Kennel Club, Crufts 2024 will run from Thursday and through the weekend with a...
Dog Trust’s free Post Adoption Support Service celebrates five years thanks...
Since its launch in 2018, Dog Trust’s free Post Adoption Support service has been used over 300,000 times by dog owners across the UK.
The free scheme, which can be used by anyone who has adopted a pup from Dogs Trust links dog owners with post adoption support officers and...
Couple who allowed elderly labrador to fade away banned from keeping...
A Gloucestershire couple who failed to take action when their elderly dog’s weight plummeted have been banned from keeping animals for 10 years following a prosecution by the RSPCA.
Kirsty Gerlach and Matthew Gerlach both of Kingsdown, Dursley, pleaded guilty to one offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006.
The court...
Appeal after attack on bulldog is filmed on shop CCTV
The RSPCA is appealing for information to trace a man whose attack on a dog at a shopping precinct was captured on CCTV.
The footage appears to show the man launching a sustained attack on a French bulldog cross, punching and kicking the poor canine, as well as stamping on...
Yorkshire Vet Peter Wright reveals his most common Christmas callouts
When it comes to Christmas, we all want to have a good time with our family, including our furry friends. However, there may be some unfortunate mishaps during the festive season.
This list of five common vet callouts over the festive period are just some of the issues natural...
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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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