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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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Puppy Love Getaway: Win a free holiday for your pooch and...

And they called it puppy love… does your furry friend have a canine companion they simply love? You know a doggy friend they’re absolutely besotted with? If so, it’s time for them to have a puppy-love getaway. With searches for ‘dog-friendly holiday cottages’ increasing by 100% in the past 90...
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RSPCA staff seek homes for ‘lovable’ lurchers

Five ‘lovable’ lurchers who are desperate to be loved are seeking fun-filled active homes to call their home. Three-year-old Tiger-Lily was rescued by the RSPCA in May after being abandoned along with two friends. It’s believed they had all been used for hare coursing. Her two friends were soon rehomed...
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Pet considerations for your home and car insurance

GoCompare Insurance has reported a 269% increase in the number of people searching for pet insurance, seven days after Christmas, compared with the same timeframe in 2019, proving that the increase in demand for dogs during the pandemic wasn’t just while we were in lockdown. While many pet owners will...
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RSPCA appeals for information after two guinea pigs abandoned in a...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after two guinea pigs were found abandoned inside a shoebox at the side of the road in Rotherham. Luckily, a member of the public spotted the pair and contacted the RSPCA for help. They were discovered inside a shoebox in Ravenfield near Rotherham on...
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Fresh dog food brand donates food packages to dogs in-need

Helping dogs in need across the country, fresh dog food company, Butternut Box, has hand delivered food packages to animal charities across the UK as part of its ongoing all-year-round commitment to support rescue dogs who need it most. It has always been Butternut Box’s mission to deliver health and...
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8 of the best dog friendly holiday destinations: voted by Canine...

Canine Cottages recruit 10 sets of top dogs each year to sniff out the best properties and locations across the UK. It’s a dream job for both the humans and their four-legged friends. With the 2020 Critics handing over the reins to the new paw squad, the Canine Cottages team...
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Abandoned dog tied up outside primary school

The RSPCA is investigating after a dog was found tied up outside a primary school in Nottinghamshire. The male, grey and white husky cross dog was found tied to a telegraph pole outside the entrance to Eskdale Junior School in Ghost House Lane, Beeston, by parents on Monday (10 January). Members...
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Lift your mood with a dog walk on the ‘the most...

Blue Monday happens to be the ‘most depressing day of the year’ and occurs on the third Monday of every January. Returning to work after the festive period, cold dark mornings and still a week away from payday all contribute to many of us feeling blue. It’s been a tough time...
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How to keep your pooch healthy and hydrated this year

The New Year brings a fresh start and a chance to set resolutions for the year ahead - and just like us humans, our Furr Babies can also benefit from embarking on some new healthy habits. Because of course, all pup parents know that their health is just as...
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Ruff time! Poor Sam needs a loving new home after a...

A young dog who has had more than his fair share of bad luck is hoping 2022 will change his fortunes and he will find a loving new home. One year-old Sam, a cross breed at RSPCA Millbrook in Surrey, had a bad year in 2021. He broke his leg...
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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...