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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 help puppy abandoned in supermarket bins

A young puppy found abandoned in supermarket bin has been given a second chance at a happy home thanks to the help of Battersea Brands Hatch. Ten-week-old Mongrel, Pickle, found herself in dire straits after she was discarded in the bins of supermarket in Sidcup. Thankfully, a kind member of...
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Dogs Trust goes ‘bark’ to school to help children stay safe...

Dogs Trust is offering Worcestershire primary schools free workshops and assemblies to help children learn how they can live happily and safely alongside dogs. The ‘Be Dog Smart’ workshops aimed at 7–11-year-olds focus on helping children understand what safe and appropriate behaviour around their own dogs is, as well as dogs they may come across when they are out and about. Dogs Trust Education Officer for Worcestershire, Charlotte Paddock, says: “I am absolutely delighted...
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A host of celebrities show their love for Battersea Dogs and...

Well-known Battersea friends and supporters were treated to a show-stopping evening of entertainment as they joined adorable rescue dogs at a glittering fundraising event for the world-renowned animal welfare charity at Quaglinos, in central London last night (Thursday 4 November).   Hosted by comedian Sue Perkins, and headlined by singer Mica Paris, ‘the British Queen of Soul’, Battersea Backstage took guests behind the scenes...
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Rescue cat Charles is looking for his fur-ever home after ten...

The RSPCA is hoping to find a loving forever home for rescue cat Charles after he has been in the charity’s care for over ten months. Charles came into the care of the RSPCA Newbrook Farm Animal Centre in Birmingham in January this year as his previous owner could no...
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RSPCA makes a plea to the public to consider neighbouring animals...

The RSPCA is issuing advice ahead of this year's bonfire night for people to consider their neighbours when planning private firework displays. This year the RSPCA has for the first time set up a reporting page online for concerned animal owners to report fireworks issues to the charity. By November 3...
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Three months after officially opening, Dogs Trust Cardiff has rehomed its...

Dogs Trust Cardiff has celebrated rehoming its 100th hound, exactly three months after taking in its first doggy residents. Taking the accolade are Chihuahuas Max, aged six and Minnie age four. They arrived at Dogs Trust Cardiff back in September when their owners could no longer care for them. But now, after a seven week wait, they have...
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Dogs Trust Evesham seek big hearted foster carers with room for...

Dogs Trust Evesham is calling on local dog lovers who can accommodate larger breeds to consider opening their hearts and their homes to a foster dog.  Over the past year, Dogs Trust Evesham has been overwhelmed with foster carer applications and have been able to place many dogs who were struggling...
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Arden Grange donates meals to 25 animal rescue centres

Pet food company Arden Grange will gift over 40,000 dog and cat meals to twenty-five independent animal rescue centres in the UK for its annual charity giveaway. This year, Arden Grange is celebrating 25 years since its launch, so has ramped up the prize to benefit even more animal rescue...
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Dogs Trust West London’s Gracie becomes service dog

A Dog’s Trust dog called Gracie has become the newest Service Dogs UK recruit, helping people who have PTSD after serving in the armed forces or emergency services. The six-month-old Springador – a cross between a Springer Spaniel and a Labrador - came into Dogs Trust West London Rehoming Centre in July after her owner had a change of...
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RSPCA sees 166% increase in adoption searches for cats as charity...

The RSPCA has seen a huge surge in searches for cats as new figures show that on average the charity rehomes two cats every hour. There was a 166% increase in searches for cats on the RSPCA’s FindAPet website following the first year of the pandemic (March 2020 number 114,316...
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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...