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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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A dead puppy with body parts missing, a cat thrown from...

A dead puppy found in a garden with body parts missing, a cat thrown from a moving car … and the body of a neglected dog found dumped in a suitcase. These were just some of the heartbreaking incidents the RSPCA dealt with on their busiest day of the year...
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Heartwarming images show transformation of dog left with horrific ear cropping...

A young dog who was left with mutilated ears after they were illegally cropped is finally ready to start the search for a loving new home after nearly 15 months of rehabilitation in the care of the RSPCA. Riga, a bull-type dog, was left to suffer for several days after...
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Four-month-old kitten with two broken legs found wrapped in carpet on...

A kitten has many weeks of recovery and rehabilitation ahead of him after he was abandoned in a pile of rubbish with two broken legs. The young black and white cat, who is now in the care of the RSPCA and has been named Forest, was found by a member...
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PDSA saves life of tennis-loving dog who swallowed two whole balls

A tennis ball-obsessed dog from Wolverhampton got himself into a spot of bother after taking his hobby too far and swallowing two balls whole; leaving him needing life-saving surgery from vet charity PDSA. Loki, a five-year-old crossbreed, landed himself in trouble after a game of fetch with his loving owner...
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Supaw moggies with combined age of nearly 40 seeking purrfect new...

An RSPCA rehoming centre in Salford is putting out a special appeal for two mature moggies who have both come into rescue at the grand old age of 19. The charity’s Manchester and Salford Branch took in the elderly felines last month after their previous owner sadly became too unwell...
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Two guinea pigs abandoned outside church now being cared for by...

The RSPCA is urging pet owners to seek help before taking drastic action after two guinea pigs were found abandoned outside a church. The pair were discovered shaking in fear after being left in the open inside a cage without food and water at St. Mark’s Church in Longridge Road,...
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A smash hit rescue dog awaits his perfect partner

A rescue dog who is a smash hit with staff at Dogs Trust Glasgow Rehoming Centre, hopes that showing off his enviable ball skills, will bag him his forever home. Jasper the tenacious terrier cross always has his eye on the ball, especially if it’s a tennis ball or of...
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Frightened cat learns to love again, but still no forever home...

The RSPCA has issued a special appeal to find a new home for a nine-year-old cat who has been ‘won round’ by the patience and perseverance of staff at its animal centre in Cheshire. Tortoiseshell Tilly was frightened and confused when she arrived at the Warrington, Halton & St Helen...
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Celebrating the UK’s furry friends and raising vital funds for Canine...

Caremark, one of the largest home care companies in the UK, is proud to announce the launch of Carebark. This new initiative celebrates the special bond between humans and their four-legged friends while raising vital funds for charity Canine Partners. As a nation of pet lovers, Caremark understands the significance...
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Emaciated dogs discovered at Blackpool property were ‘within 24 hours of...

*Warning includes distressing images* A couple from Blackpool have been banned from keeping all animals for a decade after neglecting six Jack Russell Terriers, three of whom were found in a ‘fully emaciated’ state at their home. Ryan Seel and Debbie Slater, of Peter Street, Blackpool, had admitted causing unnecessary suffering...
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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,...