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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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Dogs Trust West London appeals for homes for loads of leggy...

Dogs Trust West London (Harefield) has seen an influx of sighthounds who are all now waiting for their special someone. The Harefield based rehoming centre is currently caring for 14 lurchers and Greyhounds, all looking for their forever homes. Canine Carers at the Rehoming Centre are hoping to raise awareness of...
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Blackpool dog saved by PDSA vets after swallowing cow hoof treat

Veterinary charity, PDSA is warning people about the dangers of cow hoof treats after a dog needed emergency surgery to remove a piece lodged in her stomach. Three-year old English Bull Terrier, Milly came a cropper after accidently swallowing a piece of her favourite treat. Milly’s worried owner Jake Hartill, from...
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RSPCA staff arrive at work to find sad dog tied to...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after animal centre staff arrived at work to find a dog tied up to the gate and abandoned. Staff arrived at RSPCA Woodside Animal Centre, in Scudamore Road, Leicester early in the morning on Wednesday (4 March) to find the little grey Staffie tied...
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Devon’s ‘oldest rescue dog’ hopes for new home

An elderly dog whose owner passed away before Christmas has her paws crossed in the hope that she will soon find a new loving home. At the grand old age of 17, Bella the Terrier Cross is the oldest resident at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe, but she is now looking for...
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Hundreds of dogs to walk in aid of rescue pets in...

A posse of pooches will be taking their owners for a walk, which is in aid of Bath Cats and Dogs Home’s annual Wag Walk on Sunday 17 May. Hundreds of dogs took part last year in the fundraising event which is sponsored by local practice Bath Vets.  Walkers can...
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RSPCA appeal after rabbits dumped on doorstep

The RSPCA is appealing for information after three rabbits were abandoned outside a flat in Cambridgeshire. The bunnies were left in the street in a cardboard box in Cherry Road, Wisbech, on Thursday 27 February. One Netherland Dwarf rabbit and two Lionhead rabbits were discovered by a member of the public...
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Dogs Trust appeals for home for Snetterton’s smallest duo

Dogs Trust Snetterton is appealing to local dog lovers who might want to adopt their ‘smallest ever pair’ of inseparable pooches. Short-haired Chihuahuas three-year old Aslan and six-year old Missy were handed in together and would love to stay that way in their new home. The team at Dogs Trust Snetterton...
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Cat welfare scheme neuters its 300th cat to mark World Spay...

A whopping 300 cats have been neutered as part of a cross-charity effort to help tackle the cat overpopulation crisis in Sheffield. Cat Smart is an RSPCA scheme which was set-up in the steel city to help tackle the problem of homeless and unwanted cats. To mark World Spa Day (Tuesday...
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Terrier cross has waited nearly 500 days for new home

A Terrier cross who came into the care of the RSPCA when his owner sadly passed away has been waiting 437 days to find his forever home. Diefer arrived in the care of RSPCA Sheffield Animal Centre on 21st December 2018 when his owner died and was very anxious when...
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Five-week old kittens left in food waste bin

The RSPCA is investigating after two tiny kittens were found huddled up together in a locked food waste bin in Hampshire. RSPCA Inspector Hannah Nixon was called to Lorne Road, Southsea on Saturday (29 February) after a member of public came home to find two little kittens shut inside his...
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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...