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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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Protecting your pet from fleas and parasites during lockdown

Vet charity, PDSA offer pet owners some top tips to help keep pets happy and healthy during the Coronavirus lockdown. During the lockdown, when vets across the country are running emergency services only, you may be wondering how you can keep on top of your pet’s flea and worming treatment. With...
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Kennel Club successfully launches online dog show during lockdown

The Kennel Club, the organisation behind Crufts, has launched an online dog show to bring people and their dogs together and celebrate canine companionship during lockdown. Highlighting every dog’s potential to be a winner, the competition includes classes for both pedigree and crossbreed dogs, as well as different age groups. The...
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RSPCA to restart rehoming and fostering animals through the crisis

The RSPCA, which is currently caring for more than 4,800 animals will restart rehoming and fostering animals in its care in England from this week. Frontline teams from the charity have continued to rescue animals throughout the crisis but they have been unable to find them new homes, meaning thousands...
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RSPCA rescues abandoned guinea pigs from tiny cage

The RSPCA rescued two guinea pigs who were abandoned in a small, dirty hamster cage at a farm in Essex. The young boars were left inside the hamster cage in direct sunlight at a milk station on a farm in Waltham Abbey on Wednesday 8 April. The guinea pigs were discovered...
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Animal recuses reveal Covid funding crisis

UK animal rescue centres have lost up to half of their income during the coronavirus pandemic, a new survey reveals. The Association of Dogs and Cat Homes (ADCH) revealed their members were facing huge staffing and funding pressures, with nearly half admitting they may not survive the crisis. Representing 150 member...
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Missing cat found at local recycling plant

A pet cat missing for several days was discovered by staff at a recycling centre in Cambridge. Thanks to the RSPCA, Tiggy was reunited with his owners who were getting worried after the much-loved mog had not been seen for three days. It seems his curiosity got the better of him...
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Baby wild rabbits curl into heart-shape after being rescued

Three wild baby rabbits showed their gratitude at being rescued by snuggling together in a perfect heart shape. The tiny trio had been plucked to safety by a member of the public moments before they were due to be fed by ferrets after their mum was killed by a dog. The...
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Ten animals to follow on social media to brighten your days...

Online searches for animal videos increased by 22% in March, compared to searches in February 6, as the nation seeks ways to fill their time during lockdown. With so many people turning to social media to keep entertained during these unprecedented times, pet food brand, Webbox has compiled a list...
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How to ensure you don’t over-exercise your dog during lockdown

Chances are in lockdown, your whole family might each be taking a dog for a walk as a reason to roam outside and leave the house. Although it’s great to give our pets plenty of exercise, there’s also a fine balance between too little and too much. To help the nation...
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RSPCA rescues cats abandoned by canal

The RSPCA rescued two abandoned cats who were dumped in a cat carrier next to a canal in Greater Manchester. The two female black and white cats were discovered in a cat carrier with no food or water next to the canal in Albert Royds Street in Rochdale on Friday...
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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...