Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust Bridgend as the rehoming centre celebrates its 100th rehome this year – in the form of an adorable, devoted duo. Taking the accolade are five-year old Jack Russell Pug crosses, Pixie and Cleo, who found themselves in the care of the Pen-y-Fai rehoming centre...

Cats Protection invites children to an exclusive virtual event with author and TV presenter Dermot O’Leary. To celebrate the launch of his latest book in the exciting Toto the Ninja Cat series, Dermot O’Leary will be taking part in a video conversation with Cats Protection’s Director of Veterinary Services,...

The RSPCA is seeing an influx of rabbits and other small pets coming into the charity’s care as their owners can no longer care for them. In the last three months (January 2021 to March 2021) the charity has received reports about 150 abandoned rabbits, 78 dumped guinea pigs and...

International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) has released a free activity pack for primary schools. The activity packa ims to educate children on topics of animal welfare. Animal Stories provides a step-by-step guide to creating a classroom performance that represents the journey of a rescue dog...

Former Hollyoaks actress, Gemma Merna is taking on her first ever marathon mission as she sets her sights on completing the London Marathon in October for vet charity PDSA. Animal lover Gemma is planning to take on a virtual half marathon this April as part of her training and fundraising...

A year after lockdown began in the UK, many of us are looking forward to spending more time outside our homes as restrictions begin to ease. However, the thousands of pandemic puppies bought over the past 12 months, used to having their owners around all the time could struggle. To help...

A twelve-year-old terrier called Dylan is settling into his new home after going to Dogs Trust as a result of the pandemic. Sadly, Dylan’s owner passed away from coronavirus and he found himself in the care of Shoreham Rehoming Centre in West Sussex. Rehoming Centre Manager Adel Burnett said: “Dylan was...

Legendary broadcaster and canine expert, Peter Purves has issued a plea to would-be dog owners across the nation to consider adopting a dog. In advance of National Puppy Day, which takes place on Tuesday 23rd March, the YuMOVE ambassador is championing the benefits of adopting a dog after recently rescuing...

A loveable dog called Bear is working hard with RSPCA staff to learn special voice commands after vets discovered the Malamute was losing his sight. Tow-year-old Bear arrived at Altham Animal Centre, in Accrington, in December 2020 along with three other Malamute and German Shepherd types. They’d been signed over...

London-based animal charity, Mayhew has created a brand-new online advice hub with information and tips to help get ready to welcome a new cat or dog. For over 135 years, Mayhew’s team of in-house experts have been there for dogs, cats and communities in need and the hub is aimed...