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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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Partially sighted cat rescued from property with 50 felines looks for...

The RSPCA is hoping to find a special home for a partially sighted cat called Pixie who was rescued from a property where around 50 cats were living in an unsuitable environment. Two-year-old Pixie came into the care of the RSPCA Hants and Surrey Border Branch in May after she was rescued by RSPCA...
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Birmingham Dogs Home raises over £5,000 at Family Fun Day

In support of their ongoing Little Miracles appeal - on the 22nd June, Birmingham Dogs Home's popular Family Fun Day and Dog Show returned to Tudor Grange Park, Solihull - signalling the start of summer for the charity.  Over £5,000 was raised at the event, with activities ranging from the Waggiest...
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Emaciated dog abandoned under bush makes ‘wonderful’ transformation

A dog who was found abandoned - huddled behind a bush - is now on the road to recovery and is looking for a new home. Dogue de Bordeaux cross Roxy, three, was found huddled under a hedge on a driveway in Boxted, Essex, on 21 April, by a local...
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Top tips to channel your inner cat to help you through...

Dogs may be the polling station stars this week, but Cats Protection says taking a tip from our feline friends can help us all through election day. The UK’s biggest cat charity says that while dogs may be the perfect companion for going to the booths, it’s the stay-at-home cats...
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RSPCA appeals after dog is punched and kicked outside North London...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after claims a dog was kicked and punched by her owner outside a cafe in Tottenham. A customer at the cafe on Lordship Lane reported seeing a sustained attack on the canine, who appeared to have historic injuries, including a swollen eye and mouth. The...
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Darlington pet owner banned after neglect of Chihuahua cross and rabbit 

A woman who was investigated by the RSPCA after her dog was found with injuries and her pet rabbit was discovered with multiple health issues has received a two-year animal ban. Elizabeth Cusick of Trafalgar Square, Darlington, County Durham, was convicted of two offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006;...
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Bridgerton puppies seeking homes hope to be talk of the ton

A litter of adorable Bridgerton-inspired puppies are hoping they’ll be talk of the ton so they can find the match of the season. The six spaniel-cross puppies were taken in by the RSPCA earlier this month (June) when they were removed from a property by police on welfare grounds. Staff at the centre are big fans...
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Cat spends over 200 days in rescue centre waiting for forever...

The RSPCA is appealing to find a special home for white and tabby cat Daisy who has spent a total of 229 days in the charity’s care. Four-year-old Daisy was rescued by an RSPCA officer as her previous owner was not able to take care of her.  When she first arrived at the...
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Starved dog found abandoned in park in Wigan: RSPCA appeals for...

The RSPCA is investigating the abandonment of a severely emaciated dog who was left tied to the railings of a park in Wigan earlier this month. Luna, who was skeletal and weighed 16.6kg (36.5 pounds), is recovering well in the care of Dogs4Rescue, who have described the incident as the worst...
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Bald dog hopes adopters can look past his fur-less appearance

A dog who has been left completely bald due to a severe skin allergy is struggling to find a new home. Four-year-old Patch was taken in by the RSPCA due to concerns about his condition when his previous owners couldn’t afford the cost of treatment to manage his allergies. He arrived at RSPCA Halifax,...
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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...