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RSPCA appeal after three neglected dogs are abandoned in Merseyside 

The RSPCA is appealing for people to come forward with information after three neglected dogs were found - presumed abandoned - in two separate incidents in Merseyside. The first one involved two severely matted and unwell Chow Chows which were found tied to a tree in the L36 area of Liverpool...
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Lucky cat saved by Mayhew after he swallowed a needle and...

A lucky cat was saved by London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew after he swallowed a needle and thread. When three-year old Kali was taken into Mayhew last month, the animal welfare officers immediately noticed the right hand side of his face was swollen. The team suspected an infected cat bite was...
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Pups drenched in oil rescued by Dogs Trust as cruel puppy...

Dogs Trust is warning the public about the perils of buying dogs via online adverts after rescuing dozens of smuggled pups since the start of lockdown worth tens of thousands of pound. Since the beginning of lockdown on 23 March, when demand for puppies began increasing rapidly, Dogs Trust has...
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RSPCA braces for summer surge in abandonments

The RSPCA is bracing itself for a surge in abandoned animals and fears the fallout from the Covid crisis could see more owners struggling to keep their pets. Typically, the charity sees abandonment peak in the summer months, with 16,519 animals reported abandoned between June and August 2019, which accounts...
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Celebrity canines raise over £21k for PDSA in just seven days

Kerry Irving and his Spaniel companions, Max, Paddy and Harry have raised an incredible £21,764 for PDSA in just one week, ahead of their Ben Nevis challenge next month. The fundraiser breaks the charity’s records for the largest sum raised for a single volunteer challenge in such a short timeframe. Kerry...
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Paper bags to replace plastic in RSPCA charity shops

The RSPCA is replacing plastic bags with more environmentally friendly paper ones across its branch charity shops in a big to become more eco-conscious. The animal welfare charity has launched paper bags across its shops this week so branches can choose to use paper bags over plastic ones. The RSPCA...
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Dogs Trust help your hound out of lockdown as restrictions ease

Following the latest government announcements, Dogs Trust releases top tips for owners to help their dogs adapt to the ‘new normal’. Dogs Trust is advising owners on how to help their dog adjust to life as lockdown restrictions ease – from how to cope with being left at home alone...
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Dogs Trust charity shop in Stratford Upon Avon reopens as Government...

Dogs Trust is reopening six of its charity shops across the UK, including its Stratford Upon Avon shop. With Government measures easing and more high street shops opening, the charity is excited to open a small number of its stores, whilst following the latest guidelines to keep staff and supporters safe. Staff at the charity...
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New e-petition launched to ban puppy imports

This week a new e-petition was launched calling for the ban of exploitive imports of young puppies for sale in the UK. This comes after the recent high-profile case of Love Island stars Molly Mae Hague and Tommy Fury’s puppy ‘Mr Chai’ passed away after just six days of arriving...
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RSPCA called after kitten take on 200-mile trip to Bournemouth beach

As temperatures soared above 30C this week, the RSPCA received 191 calls over just five days from those concerned about animals in the heat. Of those calls, they received one about a kitten who was taken on a 200-mile round trip to Bournemouth beach on the hottest day of the...
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Mayhew stepped in when cat’s elderly owner sadly passed away

Lockdown has undoubtedly been a rollercoaster for the majority of us and that doesn’t exclude pets. After living a quiet, happy life with his elderly owner, ten-year old cat Mickie found himself all alone when his owner sadly passed away, leaving him in the house they had shared. After a...
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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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Dogs Trust Merseyside Christmas appeal for treats and toys  

The team at Dogs Trust Merseyside is asking local dog lovers to help them make sure they can give the dogs in their care the best Christmas possible, by donating toys and treats in time for the big day.  Staff and volunteers do their best to make Christmas as special...