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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...

Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.  This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
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Animal Friends Insurance announces partnership with Aviva to provide pet insurance

Pet insurance specialist Animal Friends Insurance has announced a new partnership with Aviva, following a twelve-month tender process. Animal Friends Insurance, whose head office is based in Amesbury, was selected by one of the UK’s leading insurers, Aviva to provide and manage pet insurance policies for new customers visiting Aviva’s...
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Kennel Club continues to search for top dogs amid lockdown

A rescue dog which had a sad start to life but found her forever home with a London family and a Dachshund doggy doppleganger from County Durham crowned top of the class in the Kennel Club online dog show last week. The Kennel Club online dog show which launched to...
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Cat with no ears is first animal rehomed from Battersea following...

A rescue cat with no ears is the first Battersea animal to go to a new home after the charity resumes rehoming cats and dogs. Missy, a tortoiseshell was taken to the charity’s London centre at the start of February when her owner’s circumstances changed. Shortly after arriving, staff noticed...
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Blind puppy makes friends with bouncy bulldog who becomes his ‘guide...

A bouncy bulldog and a young, blind collie have struck up and unlikely friendship after the gentle giant took it upon herself to act as the pup’s guide dog. Two-year old American bulldog Sheeva arrived at the RSPCA’s Halifax, Huddersfield, Bradford and District branch in December after her owner had...
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Deadly parasite leaves Benny battling for his life

PDSA vets saved a Beagle after he was fighting for his life when he contracted lungworm, a parasite which is becoming increasingly common in the UK. Thanks to the charity vets, Benny the Beagle from Draycott from Derby is now back on all four paws and making a recovery at...
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Research reveals concern our pets wont cope after lockdown is lifted

Over a third of pet owners are concerned that their pet may not be able to cope once lockdown is lifted, according to new research. With the nation spending more time at home than ever due to the national lockdown, pet owners are starting to notice a positive difference in...
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First kitten of the season for Cheshire RSPCA cattery

The RSPCA’s Stapeley Grange Cattery in Cheshire is caring for its first kitten of 2020 after five-week old Inkly was rescued by the charity. The kitten was rescued by an RSPCA inspector on April 6 and is now being fostered by Centre Manager, Lee Stewart. Lee said: “She is very...
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Clever RSPCA rescue dog joins the nation to clap for carers

A clever little RSPCA rescue dog has been joining the nation in the clap for carers – a celebration of the amazing work of our NHS heroes and key workers. Jack Russell Smudge, who is six years old, is currently being cared for at the RSPCA Eau Brink Rehoming Centre...
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Dogs Trust issues advice to prevent separation anxiety “ticking time bomb”

Dogs Trust is issuing advice to dog owners following concerns over a ticking time bomb of separation anxiety among dogs’ post lockdown. If your dog is used to being left alone, then try to make sure you continue to leave them for periods during the day, so they don ‘lose’...
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Mayhew launches emergency appeal to fund community care packages

During the coronavirus pandemic, London based animal charity, Mayhew continues to be a lifeline for vulnerable people and their animals. This week, Mayhew have launched an emergency appeal to help fund the creation of hundreds of community care packages, which will be delivered to pet owners in need across London...
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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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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...

Vets are urging dog owners to rethink their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures in November. With temperatures forecast close to freezing, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a critical safety issue for the nation's pet owners. Pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters, in...