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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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Elderly dogs looking for a second chance at happiness

Two elderly rescue dogs at Dogs Trust Salisbury are looking for a second chance at happiness in the twilight years. Ten-year old Chihuahua Thorn lived in his previous home since he was a puppy and 16-year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier Bramble (pictured above) lives with her previous owners for six...
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Dogs trust Leeds hoping to find a new home for a...

Dogs Trust Leeds is searching for a forever home for a partially blind ten-month old dog who was found wandering the streets. Young Snoopy, a Standard Dachshund Crossbreed, has been waiting for his special someone for over a month. Although many people have fallen in love with him hoping he was...
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RSPCA hopes for happy ending for kitten Cinderella

RSPCA staff are hoping for a happy ending for a little kitten who was rescued just after the stroke of midnight after being abandoned. A member of the public contacted the animal welfare charity after finding the tiny black kitten dumped in a bag by the Trent and Mersey Canal...
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Long-term Dogs Trust lodger turns superstar

Staff at Dogs Trust Evesham are super proud to see one of their long-term residents graduate from dog training classes. Eight-year old Crossbreed Dan has been in the care of Dogs Trust Evesham since January and has been working with the expert training team to help him cope in different...
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RSPCA highlight plight of older animals left behind in its care

This ‘International Homeless Animals Day’ (17 August), the RSPCA is raising awareness of the forgotten animals left in its care. Dogs, cats and horses aged over seven years all wait longer for their new home – according to new figures from the charity relating to adoption trends from 2018. The RSPCA...
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Cats overlooked by potential adopters for two years

Two older cats, Posh and Kiki have been patiently waiting to be adopted for two years. The due are available for rehoming from the RSCPA Kidderminster and District branch in Worcestershire where they have been waiting for a long time. They were taken into RSPCA care because sadly their elderly owner...
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Battersea dog gets his very own emotional support pug

A big dog who was too scared to leave his kennel has grown in confidence thanks to the help of a tiny pug. Being large in size with cropped ears and a docked tail, it’s not surprising that at first glance people may find one-year old Fraser intimidating. Unnecessary tail and...
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RSPCA issues advice after giant tortoise is found wandering through a...

A woman had to push a giant tortoise home in a wheelbarrow after finding him strolling through a field in Hertfordshire. The incident – one of 952 incidents involving tortoises reported to the RSPCA each year – has sparked a reminder to all tortoise owners to ensure their pet is...
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PDSA advice on spotting kidney disease in cats

Chronic kidney disease is a common illness seen in older cats that’s often mistaken for old age. In their PDSA Pet Care Column, vet charity, PDSA offer advice on spotting the warning signs of kidney disease in cats. PDSA advise that regular veterinary checks can mean that vets can detect illnesses...
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Man convicted of eight offences after investigation into Kent puppy farm

RSPCA officers found dogs at a puppy farm in Kent with untreated health problems living in unsuitable conditions. A puppy farmer has been convicted of eight animal welfare offences after RSPCA officers found ‘depressed’ dogs living in dark, dirty condition in Kent. The animal welfare charity’s Special Operations Unit launched...
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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...