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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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Arctic blast: PDSA offer cold weather advice for pet owners

Winter can be a fun time for pets, but with forecasts of an ‘arctic blast’ on the way, PDSA experts are warning owners to keep our four-legged friends safe and warm in the wintry conditions. Pets can be at risk of hypothermia if they get too cold, but it’s also...
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Mayhew Chief Executive to leave at end of March 2024

Animal welfare and veterinary charity Mayhew has today announced that Sherine Wheeler, Chief Executive, will leave the charity at the end of March 2024 following nearly two years in the role. In that time, Sherine has steered the charity through a period of positive change, developed a strong, credible and...
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Southampton teacher is going the extra 1,111 miles to help homeless...

A Southampton dog lover has set himself a challenge to run 1,111 miles in 2024 to help dogs in need, and raise money for Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity. 53-year-old Ian Williamson, who works at Brookfield Community School in Warsash, says he owes so much to his...
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As the country faces the big freeze, Dogs Trust issues warning...

As the Met Office issues cold weather warnings across the country, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, has issued its own warning, advising owners to keep their dogs away from ice. Many dogs love to swim but with these freezing temperatures, they may find their usual spot frozen...
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Abandoned pup has ‘paw-fect’ start to New Year

The team at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury have a spring in their step after the New Year got off to the best start possible, with one of the 83 dogs in their care finding their forever home just days into the New Year. Nine-month-old Crossbreed, Willow, has not had the best...
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RSPCA celebrates 200 years: 111 pets rehomed each day, 400 laws...

The RSPCA has revealed it has found loving new homes for 111 pets everyday over the past decade, as it urges people to join its million-strong movement for animals to mark its 200th year. New figures show the world’s oldest and largest animal welfare charity has found a new home...
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New Year, new home for ‘toy-loving’ three-legged cat who was rescued...

A three-legged cat whose five kittens died from a severe flea infestation is being ‘thoroughly spoiled’ in her new home, her family have said. Black and white Tuna and two of her babies were rescued by the RSPCA from a property in Grimsby after the animal welfare charity was contacted...
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RSPCA appeal after emaciated lurcher abandoned and ‘left to die’ on...

An emaciated dog who was abandoned on Christmas Day in North Yorkshire was in such an appalling state she was lucky to be found alive. Rosie, a seven-year-old lurcher, was collapsed and barely responsive when she was discovered hidden in a hedgerow at Spen Common Lane near Tadcaster at about...
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Dogs Trust Manchester celebrates first dog of 2024 to find new...

The team at Dogs Trust Manchester have a spring in their step after the New Year got off to the best start possible. No sooner had the doors opened at the Denton-based centre to welcome in 2024 than four-year-old Spaniel Crossbreed, Fran, was wagging her tail in welcome as her...
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Budgies abandoned in their cage in Liverpool park just days before...

Two budgies are recovering in RSPCA care after being abandoned at Sefton Park in Liverpool. The birds were found next to their cage after being spotted by a member of the public at about 2.20pm on Monday 18 December. They were successfully caught by animal rescue officer David Mcelwee after the...
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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...