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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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RSPCA’s Christmas film shows how pets have been a lifeline during...

The RSPCA has launched its Christmas video with a moving story showing how pets have helped tackle loneliness and isolation during a tough year. The heart-warming film, which features Backstreet Boys’ hit As Long As You Love Me, touches on the difficulties many have faced in recent months, following the...
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Battersea brings Christmas to homes across the country with virtual carol...

As 2020 draws to a close, Battersea is hoping to give back to its supporters for their generosity this year with a free virtual carol concert hosted by dog-lover and TV presenter Sue Perkins. Since 2013, the animal charity has hosted a Carol Concert every December at St Luke’s Church...
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RSPCA Stapeley Grange cared for more than 30 cats last Christmas...

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Cattery in Nantwich, Cheshire is set for another busy Christmas after caring for 32 animals last Christmas Day. The animal centre staff work round-the-clock, 365 days a year to care for animals in need and Christmas Day is no exception for Stapeley Grange Cattery. Throughout the festive period...
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The Duchess of Cornwall visits Battersea’s new facilities

Battersea welcomed its Royal Patron, Her Royal Highness The Duchess of Cornwall on what is the charity’s 160th Anniversary year. Her Royal Highness heard how Battersea has continued to care for dogs and cats in need throughout lockdown, and thanks to generous support from its donors has built world-class facilities...
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Pets will be the only companion for millions of people this...

Millions of people in the UK may be completely reliant on their pets for companionship this Christmas, according to research from vet charity PDSA. Off the back of findings from the annual PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report, PDSA is warning that the financial impact of the Covid-19 crisis in the...
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Dogs Trust brings festive cheer to dog owners who are homeless

Dogs Trust is once more bringing some festive cheer to dogs and their owners who are experiencing homelessness or living in housing crisis this Christmas. The UK’s largest dog welfare charity, which has two rehoming centres in Scotland, and has been running its unique Hope Project across the UK for...
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Mayhew launch their winter care package appeal

London-based animal rescue centre, Mayhew are hoping to raise £10,000 to deliver 100 emergency care packages for animals in need this winter. For the vast majority of us, this will be a festive period like no other, as various Coronavirus restrictions remain and temperatures drop. Due to this, many people will...
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Barking Heads partners with Rushton Dog Rescue to help feed rescue...

Ethical dog food brand, Barking Heads has partnered with Rushton Dog Rescue to provide meals to abandoned and abused dogs this festive season. Starting from 1st December, Barking Heads will donate one meal to Rushton Dog Rescue every time someone joins their mailing list or places an order on its...
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More than 4,600 animals reported dumped to RSPCA last winter

The RSPCA received more than 4,600 reports of abandoned animals last winter and is worried a surge in pet ownership could lead to more this year. Last winter, the charity received 4,650 reports of abandoned animals, including 128 horses, 193 rabbits and 1,401 cats. Dogs were the most abandoned pet...
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Don’t be tempted by DIY pet treatments, warn Blue Cross

Blue Cross warns against DIY treatments after shaved cat infested with fleas was brought into their care. Pet charity, Blue Cross is urging owners to contact their vet if their pet needs treatment after a cat came into their care having been shaved in a desperate bid by an owner...
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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...