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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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Former stray dog living his best life in New Mills takes...

A New Mills rescue dog is taking to the hills in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for four-legged friends less fortunate than himself.  After being found wandering the streets alone last April, two-year-old Collie Cross Toby was taken in by Dogs Trust - the UK’s largest dog welfare...
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RSPCA hails ‘huge moment’ as Welsh Govt back ending greyhound racing

The Welsh Government is to launch a consultation on phasing out greyhound racing in Wales, in a “huge moment” for dog welfare. Today (15 February), the Minister for Rural Affairs, who is responsible for animal welfare in Wales, confirmed to Senedd members that she has now responded to a recent...
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Award-winning police dog who fell seriously ill with canine coronavirus survives...

A charity who awarded a retired police dog and his handler with a top award has stepped in to save the canine’s life when he fell ill with canine coronavirus.  etired police dog (RPD) Gilly – a 10-year-old German Shepherd – was rushed to the vets on 2 February after falling...
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Does your cat ‘love’ you? RSPCA cat behaviour expert sets the...

St. Valentine’s Day might make the perfect romantic occasion for some, but for those who aren’t loved up it can be a bit of a drag. This year, the RSPCA are encouraging cat owners to celebrate Pal-entines with their affectionate pet pal instead. Pets are complex and without being able...
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Pet rabbit is sole survivor of group of eight who were...

The RSPCA says it is shocked and saddened by the abandonment of eight pet rabbits, only one of whom has so far been found alive. Officers from the charity were called to Blackley Vale Fields after reports from a homeowner in a nearby property that the animals had been spotted...
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Pair of pups avoid Valentine’s Day disaster after chocolate-scoffing spree

A pair of hungry cockapoos didn’t feel the love last Valentine’s Day after a chocolate-scoffing spree almost spelled disaster. On the eve of the most loved-up day of the year, brothers Jarvis and Dodger got their paws on a large tub of dark chocolate. It can prove highly toxic and owner...
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RSPCA on lookout for new home for transformed dog Bruce

A sharpei dog who has completely transformed in RSPCA care is now looking for a new home. Bruce arrived at the animal charity’s Millbrook Animal Centre, in Surrey, in October last year weighing just 19.3kg (42.5lb) - far below what a dog of his breed should weigh. He was also...
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RSPCA plea over unwanted pets after dog is tied to gates...

The RSPCA is urging people not to abandon their pets and to seek support after a female boxer cross dog was left outside one of the charity’s animal centres in Warrington. CCTV caught a man tying her to the gates of the Slutchers Lane centre - run by the RSPCA’s...
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Battersea’s very own Prince Charming breaks hearts whilst searching for his...

An unlucky in love Lurcher called Prince has reached a new milestone this Valentine’s Day of being in the care of leading animal welfare charity, Battersea, for over 150 days, and is sadly yet to meet his true love. Four-year-old Prince certainly lives up to his name and is a sweet-natured dog with...
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PDSA and Royal Canin invite pet owners throughout the UK to...

PDSA and Royal Canin are calling on pet owners across the whole of the UK to take advantage of a free weight check for their four-legged friend by signing up to the new ‘Big Weigh In’ initiative. The partnership launched their Weigh Up campaign in 2021, offering pet owners free...
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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...