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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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RSPCA urges pet owners to seek help rather than abandon pets

The RSPCA is again urging people to seek help if they cannot care for their pets because of the cost-of-living crisis after three kittens were abandoned in Leeds. Two male kittens and a female were discovered in a cardboard box lying in a refuse skip by a resident at Stanks...
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Free summer holiday fun at Pets at Home

Throughout the summer holidays Pets at Home is hosting free pet workshops in stores across the country with a range of interactive activities to help kids learn how to keep their pets cool in the summer sun. The 30-minute My Pet Pals workshops come as the country has been hit...
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Discover Dogs returns for those who are dotty about dogs

Tickets are now on sale for the capital’s biggest dog event, Discover Dogs, returning to ExCeL, London from 15 to 16 October 2022. Prospective owners, canine enthusiasts and dog lovers are all welcome to come and meet, greet and discover more about over 200 different breeds all gathering under one...
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Homeless feline Boris is searching for a new pad

A black cat called Boris, who has been left with the battle scars of a life spent living rough, is hoping his luck is about to change. The somewhat raggedy-looking feline, who is named after an RSPCA inspector called Boris, was found in Dudley at the end of last month...
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Warning to UK dog owners as blue-green algae puts dog in...

Dog owners are being warned of the dangers surrounding blue-green algae, after a dog in Glasgow was rushed to the vet over the weekend after encountering the dangerous substance. Google trends date shows a 5,000% increase in searches for ‘how long does it take for blue green algae to make...
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TK Maxx stocks Paleo Ridge treats range

Paleo Ridge, the UK’s leading and most accredited producer of high-quality raw dog food, today announces its brand new treats range has been listed by TK Maxx and is on sale in-store nationally. The listing by the major department store chain follows the ecommerce launch of the Paleo Ridge treats...
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The five sisters of Dogs Trust West Calder

The locals of West Lothian have all heard of the iconic historical site, Five Sisters, however Dogs Trust West Calder recently celebrated their own five sisters. Within a month, the West Calder rehoming centre had successfully re-homed five very special sets of sisters. Beautiful Greyhounds Thelma and Louise were first to...
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Bulldog faces ‘life of health problems’ due to breeding

A young bulldog must sleep with her head propped up on a pillow so she can breathe while snoozing. Bulldog Tuna was rescued by the RSPCA in September (2021) as part of an animal welfare investigation and was taken in by vet nurse Katherine Maling, who works at Blackberry Farm...
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RSPCA rescues 47 Flemish giant rabbits

The RSPCA was called to an allotment in Ashington, Northumberland, on July 11 after reports rabbits were being kept in unsuitable conditions. When RSPCA officers attended the allotments, where the rabbits were being kept, they found small, dirty hutches full of rabbits who had been left to breed with each...
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Pooch-perfect summer: 5 beach safety tips for your dog

With the UK already experiencing a blazing hot summer, many Brits will be embarking on a family day out to the beach, with furry friends in tow! But how can we ensure our dogs are kept safe while enjoying the Great British seaside? Below, experts at Canine Cottages have revealed...
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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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Blossom the dog saved by PDSA after dog attack left her...

A loveable Maltese cross dog named Blossom was saved by PDSA vets after suffering extensive wounds to her neck and chest from another dog, while out on a walk. The seven-year-old dog, whose favourite pastime is shredding her owner’s post, was being walked by a friend when out of nowhere...