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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...
RSPCA’s tips for Boris on introducing a dog to Larry the...
As the Prime Minister announces he wants a dog at No.10, the RSPCA has some advice on how to successfully introduce a new pet to Larry the cat.
Cats and dogs can form close relationships, but it’s important to make sure that they are introduced properly to ensure that fur...
Cats Protection helps break taboo of grieving for pets
Grieving for a pet may be a taboo subject for many, but charity Cats Protection is helping to bring down the barriers with a free support service.
Ahead of Grief Awareness Day (30 August), the charity has highlighted its Paws to Listen service and released tips to help people cope...
Police dog awarded PDSA Gold Medal for life-saving actions
A courageous Police Dog, who was brutally slashed eight times while protecting his handler has been awarded a medal for bravery from PDSA.
Police Dog (PD) Bacca, who is now retired from West Mercia Police, sustained multiple injuries from the attacker, who was armed with a 10-inch knife. His handler,...
Young Instagrammers urged to post animal pics in RSPCA’s new photo...
Young Instagrammers are being challenged to post their favourite animal snaps this summer for the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2019.
The RSPCA’s new Instagram phto category will open to 13 to 18-year olds on Wednesday 24 July and closes on Monday 5 August 9am.
All you have to do is use...
RSPCA offers advice to keep pets cool during the heatwave
The RSPCA is bracing itself for a surge in calls about animals in need as a heatwave sweeps across England and Wales this week.
Temperatures are expected to hit the mid 30s this week, so animal welfare experts and vets are urging pet owners to keep their animals safe and...
Dogs Trust Canterbury annual fun day raises over £8000
Dogs Trust Canterbury is celebrating another successful annual fun day, where over £8000 was raised.
After many months of planning and organising, the team were delighted to welcome around 1,500 people to the event, which was held for the first time at the Faversham Showground on Sunday 14 June. This...
Bunnies in ball pits highlight importance of rabbit enrichment
The RSPCA Danaher Animal Centre in Essex is raising awareness about the importance of rabbit enrichment.
The animal centre is showing off some creative ways to make sure your rabbits are ‘having a ball’, and Princess a Himalayan lionhead rabbit has been enjoying her time in a homemade ball...
Dogs Trust Bridgend’s new training barn set up to help thousands...
Dogs Trust Bridgend has unveiled its new training barn which is set to help thousands of dogs across South Wales.
Burder’s Barn, named after late CEO and proud Welshman, Adrian Burder, was officially opened with waggy tails on Wednesday 17th July by members of the Burder family and staff at...
RSPCA calls for air gun controls after 767 animal shootings last...
The RSPCA is calling for the licencing of air guns as figures reveal charity received 767 reports of animals being shot in 2018
The RSPCA’s records also showed that pet cats bore the brunt of the shootings with 258 incidents in 2018 with pigeons coming second with 112 incidents.
The...
PDSA offers advice on saying goodbye to our pets
Losing a treasured companion is one of the hardest things we can ever experience and PDSA are offering advice on how to say goodbye.
Whether the loss is sudden or following a long period of illness, the deep feeling of grief can be devastating.
Coping with the pain or grief can...
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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...
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