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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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Animal charity creates free resource for primary schools

International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) has released a free activity pack for primary schools. The activity packa ims to educate children on topics of animal welfare. Animal Stories provides a step-by-step guide to creating a classroom performance that represents the journey of a rescue dog...
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Soap star takes on marathon mission for PDSA

Former Hollyoaks actress, Gemma Merna is taking on her first ever marathon mission as she sets her sights on completing the London Marathon in October for vet charity PDSA. Animal lover Gemma is planning to take on a virtual half marathon this April as part of her training and fundraising...
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Battersea preparing pandemic pets for life after lockdown

A year after lockdown began in the UK, many of us are looking forward to spending more time outside our homes as restrictions begin to ease. However, the thousands of pandemic puppies bought over the past 12 months, used to having their owners around all the time could struggle. To help...
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Dogs Trust ‘changes the tale’ for elderly terrier who lost his...

A twelve-year-old terrier called Dylan is settling into his new home after going to Dogs Trust as a result of the pandemic. Sadly, Dylan’s owner passed away from coronavirus and he found himself in the care of Shoreham Rehoming Centre in West Sussex. Rehoming Centre Manager Adel Burnett said: “Dylan was...
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Ahead of National Puppy Day, Peter Purves encourages would-be dog owners...

Legendary broadcaster and canine expert, Peter Purves has issued a plea to would-be dog owners across the nation to consider adopting a dog. In advance of National Puppy Day, which takes place on Tuesday 23rd March, the YuMOVE ambassador is championing the benefits of adopting a dog after recently rescuing...
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RSPCA staff work to prepare dog with failing eyesight for new...

A loveable dog called Bear is working hard with RSPCA staff to learn special voice commands after vets discovered the Malamute was losing his sight. Tow-year-old Bear arrived at Altham Animal Centre, in Accrington, in December 2020 along with three other Malamute and German Shepherd types. They’d been signed over...
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Mayhew launches new online advice hub to support pet owners

London-based animal charity, Mayhew has created a brand-new online advice hub with information and tips to help get ready to welcome a new cat or dog. For over 135 years, Mayhew’s team of in-house experts have been there for dogs, cats and communities in need and the hub is aimed...
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Battersea launches live cat cams

Battersea has launched its brand-new Cat Cams, to enable rescue cats of all shapes, sizes and stories to help lift the spirts of the British public through the last few weeks of lockdown. Carefully positioned webcams in the cattery at Battersea’s London centre will allow people all across the country...
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Fundraising appeal launched for specialist surgery on cropped dog’s ears

An RSPCA branch is trying to raise thousands for specialist surgery to treat a cropped dog’s chronic ear condition. Two-year-old American, Lexi was in chronic pain, scratching at her ears and crying after the ear condition was left without treatment. When an RSPCA inspector brought her into the charity’s Coventry &...
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Campaign to end cruel trade of dog ear cropping

The UK’s animal welfare bodies and veterinary professional are calling for an end to the horrific and cruel canine trade of ear cropping. Following an increase in demand for dogs with cropped ears, and a rise in celebrities and social media sites glamourising the trade, enough is enough. The ‘trend’ to...
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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,...