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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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Mayhew’s Pet Refuge programme was a ‘lifeline’ for one owner over...

One worried pet owner was able to leave her cats at Mayhew over Christmas whilst she went into hospital, thanks to their Pet Refuge Programme. When Mopher and Arthur’s owner needed to go into hospital over the Christmas period, her first thought was not for herself, but her two beloved...
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Dog seeks home after spending most of her life in kennels

The RSPCA launch an appeal after an Akita-cross has been waiting for her forever home for almost a year – most of her short life. One-year old Akira arrived at the RSPCA’s Brighton Animal Centre in March 2019 and has spent most of her life in kennels. Jenny Wells from Sussex,...
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Dogs Trust reveals the cruel ‘Dogfishing’ scam duping thousands of UK...

Shocking new statistics released by Dogs Trust reveal how thousands of unsuspecting dog lovers may have been conned into buying puppies illegally imported into the UK. As a result of unsuspecting dog lovers being ‘dogfished’, many are left heartbroken and on average, almost £500 out of pocket. Dogs Trust polled over...
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Feisty cat and moggy with heart condition find love at RSPCA...

A tabby cat in RSPCA care was extremely nervous and wary of people until a friendly cat with a heart condition came into her life. Two-year old Sparta had made her home at a business estate in Droitwich where she was being fed by some of the staff who worked...
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PDSA offers tips on keeping pets warm during winter months

When the cold snap bites, it’s not just us humans that suffer the effects, our pets can feel it too. Vet charity, PDSA is encouraging pet owners to take the easy steps needed to keep pets warm and safe this winter. Despite their warm coats, our furry friends are not immune...
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Cats rescued from a property with over 70 moggies

The RSPCA is looking to find homes for nine cats who were rescued from a multi-animal home where there were more than 70 cats. Aberama, Tobias, Grace, Esme, May, Arthur, Ada, Michael and Alice were all rescued from South London and are now looking to find their forever homes. The...
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Shih Tzu has been waiting 250 days for new home

Dogs Trust Shoreham are appealing for a new home for a Shih Tzu who has been waiting for just over 250 days. Six-year old Alfie has been waiting 10 times over the usual average time it takes for Shih Tzu’s at Dogs Trust to find a new home, which is...
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Homeless cats looking for love after losing their owners

RSPCA Canterbury is looking for new homes for three cats who became homeless after their owners passed away. Lizi, a six-year old tortoishell and white cat came into the care of RSPCA Canterbury branch on December 15 after her owner sadly died. She didn’t cope well in the cattery so...
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Charity vets save puppy’s life after bourbon biscuit binge

A 15-week old puppy, who needed life-saving treatment after eating a double pack of bourbon biscuits, has survived thanks to PDSA vets. The biscuits contain a potentially lethal dose of chocolate, but thanks to the quick action of PDSA vets, puppy Zeena us back home recovering from her ordeal. Zeena’s owner...
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Cat rescued from security fence at prison

The RSPCA rescued a cat from a 25ft prison fence covered in razor wire and returned him to his owner just in time for Christmas. The black and white cat was spotted by staff and inmates at HM Prison Haverigg in Millom, Cumbria on Saturday 21 December. The intrepid cat,...
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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...