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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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Battersea urges public to help make a difference to the lives...

Animal welfare charity Battersea is urging the public to email their local MPs in support of the Renters' Rights Bill, ahead of its second reading in Parliament on 9 October.   The Renters' Rights Bill, which includes provisions to protect pet owners, represents a significant step forward in the rental sector....
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RSPCA appeal after three ‘unrecognisable’ matted dogs are dumped in a...

The RSPCA has released shocking images of three dogs who were found severely matted after they had been abandoned in a crate in North Yorkshire. The three terrier cross type dogs were spotted by a member of the public on 21 September in a field off Holtby Lane near York. It is...
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RSPCA cares for injured cat abandoned with note asking for kindness

The RSPCA is caring for a male tabby cat who was abandoned with an injury to his pelvis and found in a cat carrier in Brent in North West London. The cat, which has now been named Severus by the RSPCA, was found with a note written on the back...
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Battersea highlights global efforts to eradicate rabies on World Rabies Day

Leading animal welfare charity Battersea is marking World Rabies Day (28th September) by highlighting the vital work being done around the world to eliminate rabies, through collaborations with local organisations and international charities.   As a longstanding animal welfare charity with over 160 years of experience, Battersea’s mission is to be a...
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RSPCA told of more than 1,600 abandoned guinea pigs in last...

The RSPCA says more than 1,600 guinea pigs have been abandoned since the start of 2021 as the animal charity lends its support to Guinea Pig Awareness Week (September 23-27), in the hope of inspiring people to provide the very best care for these "incredible pets". This week animal welfare experts...
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Owner left cat ‘smelling of infection’ after failing to seek out...

A Kent woman who failed to get vet treatment for her cat who was suffering from dental disease and an ear infection has been banned from keeping animals for five years. Frances Lambourne of Queens Lodge, Third Avenue, Margate, pleaded guilty to two offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006...
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Courageous Shetland Poppy leaves ‘hoofprint in hearts’

A Southwest equine welfare charity has shared the sad news that one of its ponies, rescued in a highly publicised welfare neglect case two years ago has had to be put to sleep. The Mare and Foal Sanctuary posted on its website: It’s with great sadness that we share the news...
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Gift guide: Fur-bulous festive pressies from the RSPCA this Christmas

This Christmas should be a happy time for all, including the animals who share our lives. Cats will spend long winter nights curled up by our side. Dogs will play with wrapping paper. Some animals will even receive their own special Christmas presents. But without urgent action, not every animal...
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New home for guinea pigs provides perfect staging post for awareness...

Guinea Pig Awareness Week 2024 is underway, with a Wild West habitat dedicated to the UK’s popular furry pets providing the perfect staging post to launch. Hog Springs is a new environment where rescued guineas have been given a delightful space for daily adventures at Northumberland Zoo. And with the summer...
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New partnership between Dogs Trust and Butternut Box will reduce rabies...

In the lead-up to World Rabies Day on 28 September, Dogs Trust has announced a new partnership with fresh dog food company Butternut Box in a project that will reduce rabies cases in Thailand.  The UK’s largest canine welfare charity also has an international team, Dogs Trust Worldwide, helping dogs...
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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...