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Proposed pet smuggling law could make ‘real difference’ to animal welfare...

The RSPCA is urging MPs to get behind legislation that hopes to tackle the smuggling of dogs, cats and ferrets into the UK as the Bill has its Second Reading tomorrow. Winchester MP and vet Danny Chambers (Lib Dem) is one of three MPs taking forward proposals for new animal...
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A dead puppy with body parts missing, a cat thrown from...

A dead puppy found in a garden with body parts missing, a cat thrown from a moving car … and the body of a neglected dog found dumped in a suitcase. These were just some of the heartbreaking incidents the RSPCA dealt with on their busiest day of the year...
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Scottish dog and owner preparing to shine at International Agility Festival

Emma Bryden, aged 31 from Kilmarnock, Scotland, and her Bearded Collie, Shahla, are set to compete at the world’s largest dog agility competition, The Kennel Club’s International Agility Festival, for the very first time this August. Emma got into dog agility four years ago to help one of her rescue...
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Fun ways to keep your pet hydrated this summer

With summer in full swing and heatwaves on the horizon, it’s important to pay close attention to our pets and make sure they stay cool and hydrated in the warmer weather. And with July marking Pet Hydration Month, PDSA has pulled together some fun recipes for homemade pet summer treats...
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Heartwarming images show transformation of dog left with horrific ear cropping...

A young dog who was left with mutilated ears after they were illegally cropped is finally ready to start the search for a loving new home after nearly 15 months of rehabilitation in the care of the RSPCA. Riga, a bull-type dog, was left to suffer for several days after...
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Kennel Club International Agility Festival returns

The world’s largest international dog agility festival is returning to the Midlands next month, from 10 – 13 August 2023. The Kennel Club International Agility Festival, supported by Skinner’s, will see thousands of dogs and owners, from the UK and abroad, competing across four days at Rutland Showground. The Kennel Club invited...
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Pet expert’s tips on throwing the paw-fect puppy party this summer!

The months of July and August are often known as the ‘dog days of summer’, bringing in longer, warmer and sunnier days for you to throw the paw-fect puppy party. Global searches for ‘dog birthday parties ideas’ have jumped up 350% in the last 3 months, and a recent study...
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New pet treat launches to turn the fussiest of eaters to...

Leading pet food and wellbeing brand Bella & Duke have launched a new exclusive premium topper to add to their 100% natural treats range for cats and dogs. Designed around the everyday needs of our four-legged friends, the new line of Magic Sprinkles focuses on providing variety, flavour and nutrition...
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Cat owners have less than 12 months to get their feline...

With an estimated 11 million pet cats currently living in the UK, it’s safe to say we are a nation of cat lovers. As of 10 June 2024, it will become law for all cat owners in England to have their feline friend microchipped, leaving millions up and down...
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Mr Bug Wins Best Product At Global Good Awards

Mr Bug dared to dream and against all odds became the latest winner of Global Good’s Product of the Year category, a sustainable-centric award highlighting not only those businesses blazing a trail for purpose-built sustainability, those scalable businesses with the growth potential to achieve meaningful world impact. Having already won...
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Winner of National Cat of the Year announced

Deaf owner’s hearing cat Zebby named National Cat of the Year 2023 An intuitive moggy who became a hearing cat for his owner despite having no formal training has been named National Cat of the Year 2023. Zebby beat thousands of other entries to be named overall winner in the nation’s...
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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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‘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...