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Newly commissioned report reveals wellbeing wonders of bonding time with pets
A new report shows that strong emotional bonds with pets bring important mental and physical benefits
To celebrate the quiet moments of connection between pet parents and their four-legged family members, Lily’s Kitchen, the B Corp pet food brand, has commissioned a series of portraits capturing these cherished moments of...
Pet refuge scheme has been keeping pets and their owners together...
Since 2004, London – based animal welfare charity, Mayhew has been helping pet owners facing a personal crisis and with no option of help to care for their animal, through their vital pet refuge programme.
The initiative provides support for vulnerable pet owners facing a personal crisis including hospitalisation, rehab,...
Charities encourage dog owners to ‘walk this way’
Dogs Trust and Keep Britain Tidy announce an extension to their successful ‘Walk This Way’ programme to reduce the amount of dog waste left behind by dog walkers.
The programme’s pilot saw six popular dog walking routes receive a makeover to feature more bins and clear signage to find them...
Dumped puppies are adopted by family who rescued them
A farmer and his family were shocked to find out that six puppies had been dumped on their land last summer.
The puppies who were huddled together in a corner at the entrance of a field just off the road, were spotted by a neighbour of the farmer.
The family called...
Rabbits remain one of the most misunderstood pets in UK
The PDSA reveal that despite the UK being a nation of animal lovers, rabbits remain one of the most misunderstood pets when it comes to catering for their welfare needs.
The UK vet Charity’s Animal Wellbeing Report (PAW) 2018 found that 200,00 rabbits are being fed a potentially harmful diet...
Finalists announced for the National Cat Awards 2018
Cats Protection has revealed the 14 finalists in this year’s National Cat Awards, the UK’s annual celebration of heroism, survival and companionship in the cat world.
From fearless felines that saved the day to miraculous moggies who provide a lifeline in medical emergencies, the finalists are all in the running...
Dog who was beaten in public gets second chance at happiness
An elderly dog that was beaten in public has finally found her forever home after more than 500 days in a RSPCA rehoming centre.
Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Kaya, aged 10 was rescued by the RSPCA along with her furry companion Kane in October 2016, after her owner beat her in...
Dogs Trust Bridgend see influx of older dogs
Dogs Trust Bridgend is urging the public to consider adopting older dogs after they have seen an influx in golden oldies arriving at their rehoming centre.
Nearly 25% of dogs currently in their care are aged eight or over, with 12 older dogs from the centre looking for new homes.
The...
OOPOEH Foundation wins the first ever Purina BetterwithPets prize in Europe
Purina has announced the long awaited winner of the BetterwithPets Prize, which has been awarded to OOPOEH Foundation.
The other four finalists, Canine Hope (UK), Dutch Cell Dogs (Netherlands), Medical Detection Dogs (UK) and K9 Hundekunde: Happy Kids With Happy School Dogs (Germany) – have each been awarded CHF 15,000.
The...
Cats Protection warn we’re ‘killing our kitties with kindness’
This Diabetes Awareness Week, the UK’s leading welfare charity is urging cat owners not to overfeed their pets, following a steady rise in pet obesity.
Cats Protection is warning that overweight cats are at significant risk of diabetes so there is a danger that owners are making a bad situation...
Week old puppies dumped in box in Sunderland field
The RSPCA is appealing for information to find those responsible for abandoning tiny puppies in a box in a field in Tyne & Wear.
The animal welfare charity has launched an investigation after the German Shepherd crosses – thought to be only one to two-weeks old – were found by...
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Experts warn dog owners about toxicity risk from mince pies
Digital PR Agency analysed a huge 500% spike in searches querying toxic dog foods this month, as a study discovered dogs are 75% more likely to be treated by a vet for eating harmful food around the festive season.
To inform owners and avoid worry before it’s too late, experts at Digital PR Agency curated a list of...
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