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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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RSPCA looking for special homes for ‘outdoorsy’ cats

The RSPCA is looking for special homes for farm cats and other nervous felines who prefer the great outdoors to life inside a traditional home. Farm cats need less human interaction than a typical domestic cat but still need someone to keep an eye on them. The RSPCA hopes to...
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RSPCA appeal after kittens abandoned at tennis courts

The RSPCA is appealing for information after two kittens were found abandoned in a cat carrier by some tennis courts at Hammersmith Park. The two kittens, one ginger and white and one black and white, were found inside a cat carrier by a concerned member of the public on Wednesday...
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‘Pawlitical’ visitors welcomed to Dogs Trust in Wales

Staff from Dogs Trust centres in Wales recently welcomed several ‘pawlitical’ guests to the rehoming centres in Bridgend and Cardiff with visits from 10 Members of Parliament, Members of the Senedd and Council Leaders. Jo Stevens MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Wales and MP for Cardiff Central; Samuel Kurtz...
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Big Friendly Giant dreams of finding new family after 92 days...

The RSPCA is appealing to find a special home for three-year-old Rocco who has been looking to find his forever home for over three months. The Presa Canaria came into the care of the RSPCA Warrington, Halton and St Helens Animal Centre as sadly his previous owners had a change...
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One in ten dog owners forced into debt to cover cost...

An online poll carried out for Dogs Trust, which has a rehoming centre in Evesham, has revealed that more than one in ten dog owners (13%) has been forced into debt in order to care for their dog, a situation that is set to get worse as pet owners...
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Tiny kitten with missing paw dumped in box on Oldham playing...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a tiny kitten was found in a soggy box in Oldham having suffered extreme leg injuries. A member of the public came across the stricken cat, who had both of her hind legs bandaged up, at around 5pm on Tuesday, October 18 at...
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RSPCA reveal beloved cat is killed by suspected firework ahead of...

The RSPCA is urging those holding fireworks displays to consider animals over the next few days -  as one of the first victims of the fireworks season is revealed. New stats have shown almost two-thirds (63%) of animal owners surveyed reported that their pet appeared distressed during firework season. One victim...
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Five seriously ill rabbits dumped in box

The RSPCA has launched an investigation and is appealing for information in connection with the abandonment of five very sick rabbits. The five domestic bunnies were found in a cardboard box at the Swillington Lane Allotments, in Swillington, near Leeds, West Yorkshire, on Saturday (29 October). RSPCA investigator Inspector Taylor went...
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New study from Dogs Trust reveals lack of dog-friendly accommodation is...

The UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, is calling on homelessness services to consider their clients’ canine friends too when offering support. In a survey of professionals supporting those experiencing homelessness, 70% told Dogs Trust that their clients had experienced barriers to accessing homelessness services because they have a dog. Further...
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The Mare and Foal Sanctuary brings the power of horses to...

Interacting with equines has long been recognised as beneficial to people. By partnering with horses, ponies, donkeys and mules through Equine Assisted Services, participants can help meet their physical, psychological and social needs.  Now the Mare and Foal Sanctuary is expanding to bring the power of horses to more...
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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...