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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...
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Adorable rainbow kittens seek adoption after RSPCA Stapeley Grange arrival

Seven kittens with some colourful names will soon be looking for homes after spending time being cared for at RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre and Cattery. As staff launch a search to find homes for these cuddly bundles of joy (see pictures), the centre near Nantwich in Cheshire is also...
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Mare and Foal Sanctuary feels loss as founder dies

The founder of the Mare and Foal Sanctuary, Rosemary Kind, has died at the age of 83. Because of Rosemary, more than 1,000 horses, ponies and foals in need have been rescued in the UK and 631 are in the sanctuary’s care today. Rosemary was born in 1939 in the middle...
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London animal charity urgently appeals for foster carers after unprecedented intake...

London animal welfare charity, Mayhew, has seen its highest ever weekly intake of abandoned kittens in May, having had 30 unwanted tiny felines left at their Kensal Green headquarters in one week alone from 16th to 23rd May 2022 - a 50% increase compared to the same period in 2021. A...
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RSPCA investigates after two tiny puppies abandoned in box

The RSPCA is investigating after two tiny puppies were abandoned in a box in a park in East London. The two black and tan German Shepherd puppies were left in a box by the cricket pitch at Seven Kings Park, Ilford, on Sunday afternoon (5 June). RSPCA inspector Philip Heyes was...
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Kitten tied up in plastic bag and abandoned is rescued by...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a young kitten was discovered tied up in a plastic bag with pieces of Saturday’s newspaper and abandoned in Norfolk. The female tabby kitten was thankfully found by a dog walker at around 5am in Broad Grove just south of Grimston in Norfolk...
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Companionship is number one reason for getting a dog, shows newly...

A newly released study carried out by Dogs Trust has revealed that around eight in ten owners said companionship for themselves was a reason they got a dog. The research, which involved collecting data from a large number of respondents (8,050 current and 2,884 potential dog owners completed the survey),...
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Seen a baby bird outside its nest? Animal lovers can check...

As the RSPCA gears up for a hectic bird breeding season, it is urging people to check the expert online advice about baby birds on its website before calling the charity, so the line is kept free for emergency calls to get through as quickly as possible. New figures reveal...
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Celebrities recreate historic images to celebrate Blue Cross 125th anniversary

Three animal-loving celebrities – comedian Bill Bailey, actor and TV presenter David Harewood MBE, and Paralympian Lauren Steadman MBE (with her rescue dog Kira) - have teamed up with national pet charity Blue Cross to recreate images from their historic archives. The stars stepped back in time to recreate three...
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Agria Charity Dog Walk raises over £35,000 for animal charities across...

After a pandemic pause, the Agria Dog Walk returned for 2022 on 21st May, raising over £37,000 for animal charities and their amazing causes across the continent. Here in the UK, Brits raised just over £10,000 for a selection of animal rescues including Oxfordshire Animal Sanctuary and Hearing Dogs for...
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RSPCA fears cost of living increase could lead to cat welfare...

The RSPCA is highlighting the importance of neutering as it braces for an influx of cats during the kitten season. The charity sees a peak in cats coming into its care between May and September - when most kittens are born - but, as the nation also faces a cost...
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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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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...