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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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Vet nurse stunned as ‘dead’ dog suddenly sits up after car...

A vet nurse who was told her spaniel had died in a car accident was left stunned when the dog suddenly sat up in the practice she was working in. Hannah Philipson was in the middle of a shift at Ryedale Vets in North Yorkshire when she got a distressing...
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Woman caught on camera beating her dog all around Milton Keynes

A woman who was captured on video footage beating and kicking her dog in several locations in Milton Keynes has been handed a life-time ban from keeping animals after a prosecution by the RSPCA. Hayley Smith of no fixed abode, pleaded guilty to three offences under the Animal Welfare Act...
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Dog adventure experts share six tips for cleaning your dog’s dirty...

Are you a dog owner who has had to brave the rain every day to walk your beloved pet? If so, you’re likely to have grown sick of your dog’s mud-caked harness as well as the unmistakable damp sell wafting from your dog’s gear. But, worry no more! Bid farewell to...
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Leading cat welfare charity wants owners to engage in ‘Purrfect Play...

Co-ordinator of International Cat Day and pioneering cat welfare charity, International Cat Care (iCatCare), recommends that cat owners take five minutes a day to play with their cats to improve their physical health and mental wellbeing. The campaign has been developed to encourage owners to play with each of their...
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Making vet visits less stressful for anxious pets

Visits to the vet can be stressful for pets, which in turn can make it stressful for owners, but this doesn’t have to be the case. Leading vet charity PDSA has shared its top tips and tricks for taking an anxious pet to the vet. “With preparation and some helpful...
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No interest for Mr Pricklepants, the only one from family of...

A loveable cat called Mr Pricklepants - who was rescued alongside 40 cats and the only one yet to be adopted by a new family - has had no interest from potential adopters, despite his memorable name. Mr Pricklepants is currently at the RSPCA’s Birmingham Animal Centre, where he is...
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Dog who only ever knew life in a kennel looking for...

The RSPCA is making a heart-felt plea to find a new home for Butch - who has only ever known life in a kennel. Three year-old Butch, a fell terrier, came into RSPCA care in March 2022 after he was part of an investigation by inspectors who found him living...
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Cat found with 10cm blade of grass up nose

A cat from Nottingham, who transformed his owner’s life after she was diagnosed with cancer, has been saved by vet charity PDSA who removed a 10cm blade of grass from his nose.    Ginge, (6), was taken to Nottingham PDSA Pet Hospital after his owner Laura Mellors, (52), said he was...
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RSPCA appeals after 16 rabbits including four babies dumped by bins...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after 16 rabbits of various breeds were abandoned by rubbish bins in Southend. The animal charity hopes the differences in appearances between the rabbits - who were all squashed inside two cardboard boxes (pictured) and left in an alleyway at Hamstel Road in the...
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StreetVet & ManyPets spread the love at Brighton Pride

Award-winning pet insurance provider ManyPets UK and inspiring pet charity StreetVet will be teaming up and participating in this year’s Brighton Pride Parade on Saturday 5th August 2023. StreetVet, a national charity that provides free essential veterinary care and services to the pets of those experiencing homelessness, operates a fortnightly outreach...
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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...