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Proposed pet smuggling law could make ‘real difference’ to animal welfare...

The RSPCA is urging MPs to get behind legislation that hopes to tackle the smuggling of dogs, cats and ferrets into the UK as the Bill has its Second Reading tomorrow. Winchester MP and vet Danny Chambers (Lib Dem) is one of three MPs taking forward proposals for new animal...
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Dogs Trust’s guide to keeping dogs safe and warm in the...

With plummeting temperatures due to return this week, it is important to make sure our four-legged friends are prepared for the cold. After a fairly mild Christmas for most across the UK, temperatures are set to drop below 0°C over the next few days. Dogs Trust is issuing guidance to...
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Maureen is surro-cat mum to 200 moggies to help RSPCA

A self-confessed cat crazy lady has transformed her house to help care for more than 200 moggies for the RSPCA to prepare them for finding their loving forever homes. Maureen Austin (78), from Woking, Surrey, is one of the charity’s most prolific fosters and has also spent years volunteering at...
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Battersea dogs and cats need you: Appeal for Foster Carers

Battersea is calling on residents living near its three centres in London, Old Windsor and Brands Hatch as well as its Community locations in Basingstoke, Guildford and Ashford to become Foster Carers and help dogs and cats in need of a home. The much-loved animal charity is seeking more Foster...
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Dogs Trust Vice-Chair awarded MBE in King’s inaugural Honours List

The Vice-Chairman of the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, is celebrating after receiving an MBE for services to Animal Welfare in King Charles' inaugural New Year Honours list. Philip Daubeny, originally from Kent, is a passionate animal lover who has served Dogs Trust voluntarily for 27 years; 13...
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In 2023 Mr Bug offers the last word in head-turning instore...

Never one to be caught on the back paw, Mr Bug is proud to unveil this January its colourful NEW counter display unit that will be heading out to discerning independent pet stores and nationwide pet food chains, pubs, delis, farm & coffee shops from the beginning of February...
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Challenge yourself in 2023 with Battersea’s Muddy Dog event

If you’re thinking about challenging yourself in 2023, or perhaps you want a reason to get out of the house despite the gloomy weather, escape your comfort zone and take on Battersea’s Muddy Dog Challenge, an outdoor obstacle course you can tackle with your dog by your side while...
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Battersea sees record no. of kittens and puppies born on site...

Battersea has seen a record number of puppies and kittens born at its centres last year, the charity’s latest figures reveal. In 2022, the leading animal welfare charity saw 133 kittens born across its three centres in London, Old Windsor and Brands Hatch – the highest figure in the past...
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Three abandoned puppies getting care from the RSPCA 

The RSPCA is appealing for information after three spaniel puppies were abandoned in a cardboard box in Wiltshire. The young pups, who are just weeks old, were found near a pile of rubbish in a box by the side of the B4696 near Lydiard plain between Royal Wotton Bassett and...
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Charlie, the RSPCA’s longest-staying dog in Wales, gets his Christmas adoption...

A dog living in a dilapidated Welsh barn who was so nervous after he’d been rescued that he wouldn't leave his kennel for weeks, has finally found his forever home.  Staff at the RSPCA's Newport Animal Centre say they are ‘over the moon’ that six-year-old crossbreed Charlie has at last...
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Dogs Trust delivers Christmas Hope to people experiencing homelessness

The Christmas elves at Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, have been spreading Christmas cheer across the country by delivering gifts to the canine companions of people experiencing homelessness. Every Christmas, through its Hope Project, Dogs Trust brings festive cheer to the dogs of people experiencing homelessness by delivering...
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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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Rescue cat has own ‘work from home’ office and bespoke mouse...

A young moggy who came into the RSPCA’s care from a multi-cat household with severe cat flu has now landed on his paws - in a dream home complete with his very own work from home office and a bespoke ‘mouse hole’ constructed by builders. Bertie, known previously as Beetle,...