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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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RSPCA say the law is letting down dogs who look a...

The RSPCA is again calling on the UK government to review the Dangerous Dogs Act after thousands of dogs have lost their lives in the UK since it was introduced. Yesterday (12 August) marked the anniversary of the introduction of the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 which includes Section 1, the...
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RSPCA rescues cat with ‘paw hanging off’

The RSPCA is appealing to find the owner of a cat who was rescued with severe injuries. The ginger and white male cat was rescued on Monday in Throwley, Faversham, Kent with horrific injuries, which saw his paw literally hanging off. The cat, who has been named Aslan by RSPCA staff...
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Glasgow charity vets save pup’s paw after horror ‘fence jumping’ injury

A young dog’s taste for adventure ended in near-disaster when he tried to jump the garden fence and was left with a horrific wound to his paw. When owner Margaret Harkinson let two-year old Lurcher, Rocco into the garden of their home in Motherwell, Lanarkshire, she had no idea that...
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Eight kittens found in cemetery rescued by Battersea Old Windsor

Eight newly born kittens found abandoned in a Slough cemetery are looking forward to living bright new lives thanks to Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in Old Windsor. The kittens, all of which are different ages and from different litters were found by a member of public in June before...
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James Middleton and Babboe get wheels in motion at Battersea Dogs...

In partnership with James Middleton, entrepreneur and mental health campaigner, Babboe yesterday donated a Dog-e bike to Battersea Dogs Home. A long-time fan of the cargo bikes, which have recently soared in populariy in the UK, Middleton is often spotted with his four-legged friends cycling the streets of London on...
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RSPCA receives more than 10,000 calls about cats

The RSPCA has revealed that last year there were 134,537 calls coming through to its cruelty line – which is one call every four minutes. This International Cat Day (August 8), the RSPCA is shining a light on the plight of cats and how we can help them. According to RSPCA...
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RSPCA looking for alternative homes for cats in Kent

The RSPCA has renewed its appeal to find outdoor homes for cats in Kent as the charity has become overrun with semi-feral cats. The RSPCA Canterbury branch has been working with the owner of a smallholding in Kent to help rehome a number of semi-feral cats. So far, 18 cats...
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Dogs Trust oldie gets his forever home

Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust as Tonks, the charity’s oldest dog has finally found his forever home. The 17-year old Terrier, now named George, was being cared for by the Kenilworth rehoming centre and, after an appeal to find the loveable older gent a new owner, he has now...
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Dogs Trust welcomes puppy smuggling inquiry and calls for overhaul of...

Dogs Trust has enthusiastically welcomed the announcement of a vital parliamentary inquiry into the cruel Puppy Smuggling trade. The House of Commons Select Committee for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs is launching its call for evidence into the cruel practices of illegally importing into the UK from Europe. Dogs Trust has...
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Battersea offer help to Downing Street

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has revealed that they are ready to help the new Prime Minister in his search for a canine companion. One of the nation’s leading charities and former home of some of politics brightest stars Larry, Palmerston and Gladstone is also prepared to act as a...
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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...