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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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PDSA offer advice on spotting kidney disease in cats

The PDSA offer pet owners advice to spot the warning signs of kidney disease in cats. According to the PDSA, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a common illness seen in older cats that can sometimes be mistaken for old age. This is due to symptoms not displaying until an advanced...
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Experienced kitten carers needed at RSPCA Stapeley Grange

An RSPCA cattery in Cheshire is appealing for animal-lovers with the required experience to apply to hand-rear kittens due to a shortage of volunteers. Kittens who are just weeks old and without their mum have to be hand-reared to give them the best chance of survival. It’s an intense job...
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Family of dumped bunnies rescued by the RSPCA

The RSPCA is appealing for information after 12 rabbits were abandoned and let loose in a field in the Wirral. The rabbits were spotted by a dog walker who quickly realised they were domestic rabbits so tried to collect them and take them to safety. He then contacted the RSPCA...
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RSPCA figures reveal that older cats take twice as long to...

RSPCA figures reveal that it takes twice as long to rehome an older cat and are urging people to consider adopting cat’s over the age of three. The animal welfare charity currently has 59 older cats* at its national centres, and as figures show it can take twice as long...
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RSPCA urging animal lovers to take on marathon challenge

The RSPCA is urging animal lovers to sign-up to run the Brighton Marathon 2019 to raise money to help animals in need. The animal welfare charity has 14 spaces for Brighton Marathon next year and is urging people to don their running shoes and take on the challenge for Team...
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Dogs Trust Shrewsbury finds home for 500th pup

Dogs Trust Shrewsbury is celebrating rehoming its 500th dog in the same month as celebrating its seventh birthday. Taking the accolade is four-month old Collie Cross, Blue who was part of an unwanted littler of nine puppies who arrived at the rehoming centre last month. Blue has now been rehomed with...
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Devoted duos looking for new homes at Dogs Trust Manchester

Dogs Trust Manchester are hoping to find new homes and devoted owners for two pairs of equally devoted dogs. The team at the Denton-based rehoming centre have found themselves looking after two sets of canine companions who have found themselves without a home through no fault of their own. Now the...
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PDSA are raising awareness for misunderstood bunnies

Leading veterinary charity, PDSA are raising awareness of the welfare of rabbits, thought to be the most misunderstood of all UK pets. The 2018 PDSA Wellbeing (PAW) Report found that there are 540,000 rabbits (54%) living alone, despite being incredibly social animals. Rabbits are often in hutches which are far too...
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Blue Cross ask people to put their best foot forward for...

This August, national pet charity, Blue Cross are asking pet owners to put their best foot forward and go the extra-mile to raise money for poorly and homeless pets. The month-long ‘Steps for Pets’ event is challenging UK pet lovers and fitness fiends to take extra steps each day to...
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Rescue dog lands on his paws after being adopted by a...

A rescue dog who needed a life-saving operation has landed himself a new home with the vet who saved him, thanks to the RSPCA. German Shepherd crossbreed Alfie was brought into the RSPCA’s care for rehoming in October 2017 after a change in his owner’s circumstances, but inspector Anthony Joynes...
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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...