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How to spot hypothermia in pets
With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.
PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
End-of-year re-appeal to find person who almost killed Bruce the dog
The RSPCA is issuing an end-of-year re-appeal to find the person responsible for almost killing Bruce the dog.
Bruce was found bloodied, battered and burned wandering Little Orton, on the outskirts of Carlisle at the end of August this year.
Bruce had a swollen, protruding eye and a deep hole...
PDSA help pet owners who’s pets may be on the porky...
After the indulgence of Christmas, PDSA is asking pet owners if their pets may benefit from a lifestyle makeover in the New Year.
Around four out of every ten UK cats and dogs are thought to be overweight or obese, which can lead to some serious health problems including heart...
RSPCA serve up some ideas for your festive leftovers
The RSPCA is advising the public of how wildlife and pets can benefit from some Christmas leftovers.
A survey carried out by the RSPCA showed that 42% of people were planning to give a traditional Christmas dinner to their pet this year.
While lots of food can be enjoyed by...
RSPCA staff give up their Christmas day to care for homeless...
Across the RSPCA this year Christmas dinner will be prepared for at least 8,000 animals with no home to call their own on.
The country’s oldest animal welfare charity, which is about to enter it’s 195th year provides a vital 24-hour service 365 days a year.
Hard-working call centre staff,...
Top tips for pet owners during Christmas
Christmas can be an exciting time for everyone and many pet owners like to include their pets in the festivities by buying them presents and feeding them their own Christmas dinner.
However, Christmas can also bring some challenges for many pet owners. Being wary of the danger of Christmas decorations...
UK’s unluckiest rescue dog finds a home for Christmas
The UK’s unluckiest rescue dog had all of her Christmases come early when she went home to her new family, earlier this week.
Daisy, a nine-year-old Mastiff cross, first arrived at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home eight years ago as a young and energetic dog where she stayed for just...
Nation’s pets to receive plenty of paw-fect presents
More than 80% of pet owners will buy a present for their pet this Christmas, an RSPCA survey found.
The survey carried out by the national animal charity discovered that 83% of animal lovers will buy their pet a Christmas present, with 44% spending up to £10 and 28% splashing...
Why Christmas is the worst time of year to get a...
Vet charity, PDSA share their advice on why the festive season is not the best time to get a new pet.
Christmas is nearly here and many children (and grown-ups alike) might be asking Santa for a cuddly puppy, cute kitten or big-eared bunny.
However, before Santa loads his sleigh...
RSPCA rallies around rabbits needing help this Christmas
The RSPCA is preparing to help hundreds of rabbits this Christmas as they gear up for a busy winter.
The animal welfare charity – one of the oldest and largest in the world – is preparing for an influx of animals needing care this winter as staff and volunteers prepare...
Fish4Dogs spreads ‘fishmas’ joy to rescue dogs & cats
Christmas came early for borders at a Worcester animal rescue centre when the CEO of Fish4Dogs played Santa.
Graham Smith delivered a host of festive goodies in order to spread a little ‘fishmas’ joy to cats and dogs currently waiting for their forever homes.
Fish4Dogs is a long-term supported of the...
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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...
A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer.
Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent.
She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex.
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