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Worried pet owners would cut back on food and heating rather...

Worried pet owners in the UK would cut back on food and heating rather than give up their beloved companion, a new survey has found. The poll for national pet charity Blue Cross found the almost two-thirds of owners (58%) have already reduced personal and household spending to afford their...
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Battersea’s Muddy Dog Challenge comes to the New Forest

The Muddy Dog Challenge – the obstacle course you can tackle with your dog by your side – is coming to the New Forest for the first time ever this May. Participants are invited to join this day of fun, mud and cheers with their canine companions run by...
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Cat siblings back at RSPCA centre, a decade after they were...

Two cats who were rehomed by the RSPCA as kittens, are unexpectedly back in the charity’s care again ten years later. Staff at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre and Cattery are once again looking for new homes for Heidi and Maddie after a change in circumstances meant that their owner could...
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Dogs Trust Salisbury seeks doggy foster ‘pawrents’ 

Dogs Trust Salisbury is looking for local dog lovers to open their homes and hearts by volunteering to foster a dog whilst they wait to find their forever home. The team is looking to recruit foster carers are around for the majority of the day, have no pets or children under 12, are willing to take on dogs who need training and...
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Burns Pet Nutrition partners with Dog Furiendly for charity 5k run

This January Burns Pet Nutrition are partnering with Dog Furiendly to encourage dog owners to keep fit by grabbing their pets leads and taking part in the Tail Wag to 5k to raise money for the dog charity Broken Biscuits.   The leading healthy pet food company and the number one...
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Deaf dog Rocco learning ‘sign language’ at RSPCA centre in Wales

Dedicated staff at an RSPCA animal centre near Swansea are showing a deaf rescue dog that - even without his hearing - the world can still be a wonderful place. Staffordshire Bull Terrier Rocco, who is nearly eight, first arrived at the charity’s Llys Nini Animal Centre in Penllergaer in...
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Animal lovers take on London Landmarks challenge to raise funds for...

From climbing mountains to running 21 half marathons in 2021, these three runners are set to take on the London Landmarks half marathon to raise funds for the RSPCA this year. London Landmarks Half Marathon is a scenic 13.1 mile route through the capital which takes place this year on...
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RSPCA staff seek homes for ‘lovable’ lurchers

Five ‘lovable’ lurchers who are desperate to be loved are seeking fun-filled active homes to call their home. Three-year-old Tiger-Lily was rescued by the RSPCA in May after being abandoned along with two friends. It’s believed they had all been used for hare coursing. Her two friends were soon rehomed...
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RSPCA appeals for information after two guinea pigs abandoned in a...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after two guinea pigs were found abandoned inside a shoebox at the side of the road in Rotherham. Luckily, a member of the public spotted the pair and contacted the RSPCA for help. They were discovered inside a shoebox in Ravenfield near Rotherham on...
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Fresh dog food brand donates food packages to dogs in-need

Helping dogs in need across the country, fresh dog food company, Butternut Box, has hand delivered food packages to animal charities across the UK as part of its ongoing all-year-round commitment to support rescue dogs who need it most. It has always been Butternut Box’s mission to deliver health and...
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The real fashion victims: Battersea warm dangers of flat-faced dogs

Battersea is warning the public of the risks popular flat-faced dog breeds, such as Pugs, are exposed to after the leading animal welfare charity revealed that they have performed life-saving surgery on nearly half of all these dogs to be given in to them. With their over exaggerated features, such...
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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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Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home reports highest ever demand for services...

With operational costs continuing to rise and demand for services at an all-time high, Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home has launched its Winter Appeal to ensure no pet is left without care during the harsh months ahead.  This year has seen record-breaking pressures on the charity, with nearly 400 new...