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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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Dog with ‘bear-sized paws’ overlooked due to cost of living

Willow would like a home where she can enjoy the outdoors A ‘gentle giant’ who loves bear-sized hugs is looking for a special home. Three-year-old Caucasian shepherd Willow arrived at the RSPCA’s Bath Cats & Dogs Home as a stray on New Year’s Eve (31 December) 2022 - so has spent a long 15...
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Lluest rescues four ‘discarded’ pony stallions – with names from the...

In a tale reminiscent of epic fantasy, the Lluest Horse and Pony Trust proudly introduces four noble stallions, each named after characters from the beloved saga, "The Lord of the Rings." Their journey to Lluest began amidst the hustle and bustle of the busy A48 between Pyle and Margam, where...
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Pet store hosts “stuff-a-thon” in aid of local dog shelters

A Southampton pet food retailer has hosted its very first ‘stuff-a-thon’ event in collaboration with dog toy brand KONG in aid of local dog shelters. Healthy Pet Store in Totton welcomed families to the store to ‘Stuff a KONG’ with dog-friendly fillings to be frozen and donated to hounds across...
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Newborn puppy hand-reared by RSPCA rescuer after being ‘thrown from car’

Puzzle was found squealing in the road in Surrey A tiny puppy with a cleft palate is being hand-reared by an RSPCA rescuer after she was ‘thrown from a car’ at just a few days old. The tiny terrier puppy was found squealing in Burgoyne Road, Sunbury, on Friday evening (5...
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RSPCA makes rehoming appeal for sofa surfer lurcher who has spent...

Alvin had untreated injuries when he was rescued by the RSPCA in the West Midlands One of the longest-staying RSPCA dogs in England is hoping to find a comfy new sofa to curl up on after spending over two years of his life in kennels.   Four-year-old lurcher Alvin was rescued by the...
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Starving and terrified cat spends 182 days in RSPCA care looking...

Poor Bud was abandoned at a vets before being rescued by the RSPCA The RSPCA in Kent is looking for a loving home for a cat who was abandoned at a vets filthy and starving and in desperate need of care. Nine-year-old Bud came into the care of the RSPCA Canterbury and District Branch in...
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RSPCA’s ‘busiest’ Wildlife Friend pitches in for new microvolunteering scheme

RSPCA’s ‘busiest’ Wildlife Friend pitches in for new microvolunteering scheme A prolific volunteer is calling for people with a love for nature to sign up for the RSPCA’s Wildlife Friends initiative. Charlotte Lister (pictured) was among around 2,000 people who pledged to volunteer their time to become Wildlife Friends for the animal charity...
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Insta-grim: Why the most popular dog breed on Instagram is the...

French bulldogs are popular on Instagram - but their ‘cute’ look comes at a cost With 39 million posts, French bulldogs are the most ‘Instagrammable’ dog breed in the world - but behind the cute photos is a sinister health issue. The RSPCA is raising awareness of the serious health complications...
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This is The Mare and Foal Sanctuary’s favourite ‘Easter Bunnie’…

Who needs chocolate when you can have juicy carrots? Who needs chocolate when you can have juicy carrots? Bunnie the miniature pony is enjoying some treats from a special Easter carrot basket at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary in Devon, as part of her enrichment care. Bunnie is a roan American Miniature...
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Vicky Pattison gets her running shoes on for animal kindness

TV star takes on London Landmarks Half Marathon for RSPCA rescue centre Television star and animal-lover Vicky Pattison is taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon for an RSPCA rescue centre. Vicky and her fiance, Ercan Ramadan, will be lacing up their running shoes on 7 April to join thousands of runners pounding...
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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...