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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...

Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.  This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
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Patient pooch Pip still looking for a home three years on

A patient pooch named Pip is crossing her paws that someone will finally give her a loving home - after waiting for three years for the right owner to come along. Pointer Pip arrived in RSPCA care in 2020 and is one of the longest-stay dogs in the charity's care...
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Lily’s Kitchen launches limited edition Easter feast recipe for dogs

This year celebrate Easter with all your loved ones, four-legged friends included, thanks to Lily’s Kitchen Limited Edition Easter Feast recipe for dogs – a mouth-watering, nutritionally complete meal made with succulent lamb, flavoursome herbs and seasonal veg. Easter celebrations are all about family, including the furry kind, and since...
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Cropped ear puppy paid painfully high price for growing cruel trend

Battersea is warning of a worrying increase in the number of dogs having their appearance altered through the painful and illegal practice of ear cropping. The charity believes social media, influencers and possibly even the normalisation of cosmetic procedures are all to blame. The leading animal charity surveyed 2,000 people...
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Twinkle-toes Bill Bailey is ready to bound-off to his new abode

A loveable lurcher who has as much Strictly sparkle as his namesake Bill Bailey, is hoping his fancy footwork will bag him a new home. Three-year-old Bill Bailey is currently being cared for at Dogs Trust Ballymena rehoming centre where he loves nothing more than jumping and running around in...
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Puppy proofing 101: How to get your house pup ready 

One of the many exciting moments for new puppy owners is bringing their bundle of joy home. As they sniff and smell their new environment, they often get themselves into mischief! In fact, most puppies will get themselves into anything they can see - from carpets to bins; your...
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Ladies in red meet Blue the rescue dog hoping to score...

When it comes to winning ways, there’s no doubt Women’s FA Cup semi-finalists Manchester United Women have got it licked, and now some of the dog-loving members of the squad are hoping they’ll help rescue dogs get the ultimate prize – a new forever home.   Defenders Maria Thorisdottir and Millie...
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Dog days are over for charity

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity attended the most prestigious dog show in the world, Crufts, last weekend. The charity looks after veterans and service people in their time of need, many of whom have service animals. Moira Dickinson, SSAFA Regional Fundraising Manager, said: “It was lovely to be invited to spread...
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RSPCA hails ‘amazing team effort’ as dog is pulled from culvert...

The RSPCA has said it will be nominating those involved in the rescue of a dog - trapped down a culvert in West Yorkshire for two days - for an animal welfare award. Martha, a two-year-old English bull terrier disappeared inside the drainage tunnel in Black Carr Woods, Pudsey, while...
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Southampton pet superstore launches doggy scholarship scheme

A pet food and accessory retailer based on the south coast has launched a doggy scholarship scheme to help caregivers access dog behavioural support. The scholarship scheme financially supports owners by paying for three hours of one-to-one training for adopted dogs and their caregivers.  Healthy Pet Store in Totton has welcomed...
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365-day adoption wait for two inseparable dogs who hadn’t been outside...

Two dogs who were terrified of humans and had never been outside are still looking for their forever home, a year after they were rescued by the RSPCA. Ronnie and Patch had spent the first six years of their lives living inside a house in the north of England with...
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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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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...

Vets are urging dog owners to rethink their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures in November. With temperatures forecast close to freezing, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a critical safety issue for the nation's pet owners. Pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters, in...