The RSPCA is urging new dog owners to ‘Adopt Don’t Shop’ this Adoptober as new figures reveal the number of people looking for puppies online during lockdown soared by 650% and imports of dogs doubled. During lockdown, google searches for ‘Puppies near me’ increased by 650% with 15,000 searches in...

Across the nation, paw-litical cats have begun prowling on the campaign trail, catching the public’s hearts and hunting for votes for Battersea’s Purr Minister competition. Over the last few weeks, politicians and peers from around the UK have put their feline friends forward, submitting photos and a ‘Manifursto’ explaining why they believe their pet should be voted...

As the microchipping of horses become compulsory this month, the RSPCA fears it will not be enough to prevent an impending horse welfare catastrophe. As the charity launches its month-long rehoming drive, Adoptober, it reveals that the number of horses in its care is already three times what it was...

Dogs Trust Essex is launching an appeal to help find one of their longest residents a new home. Four-year old Lurcher, Greg has spent 700 days in kennels, waiting for his forever home, despite being a loving and affectionate boy. The Basildon based rehoming centre will be appealing to the local...

A team of charity staff from Liverpool’s Huyton PDSA Pet Hospital are taking on the World Big Dog Walk to raise vital funds for pets in need. The team – including PDSA vets, vet nurses, veterinary care assistants and receptionists – are aiming to walk 874 miles in September, equivalent...

With the demand for puppies soaring during the coronavirus pandemic and many people bringing a new four-legged friend into their homes during or just before lockdown, Dogs Trust Dog School is offering some top tips for new puppy owners to help their young dogs adjust to new experiences. Despite Dogs...

A rescued Staffie has been awarded a Blue Peter badge for his work helping children overcome their fears of dogs - after conquering his own fear. Six-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier Bonzai was rescued by RSPCA officers in January 2018 when his owners were unable to look after him. He was...

A 12-week old puppy that was signed into RSPCA care after she suffered two broken legs is set to start in tonight’s (Wednesday 16 September) episode of The Dog Rescuers. Viewers of the popular 5 Select show will see Lola come into RSPCA rescue care after vets alerted inspectors to...

A tiny kitten that was left for dead after thugs shot him four times has made a miracle recovery – and found his forever home with the vet who saved his life. The kitten has been named Pirate after undergoing emergency surgery at Westway Vets in Consett to remove his...

Dogs Trust Shoreham is calling on local dog lovers who can accommodate large breeds to consider opening their hearts and their homes to a foster dog. The appeal comes at a crucial time for dog welfare, as the charity recently predicted that up to 40,000 more dogs could be at...