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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...
Dead horse found dumped like ‘rubbish’
*WARNING – distressing pictures included*
The RSPCA is investigating after the emaciated body of a young pony was found dumped at the side of the road in Buckinghamshire.
The skewbald filly, thought to be between six and nine months old, was found dumped in Stony Lane, Little Chalfont on Sunday 15...
How to care for your pets staying at home and social...
The RSPCA is encouraging pet owners to think about how they will care for their animals if they need to stay at home with suspected symptoms of coronavirus.
The latest government guidance advises everyone to carry out ‘social distancing’ in order to stop the spread of coronavirus and protect vulnerable...
Dogs Trust West London appeals for homes for loads of leggy...
Dogs Trust West London (Harefield) has seen an influx of sighthounds who are all now waiting for their special someone.
The Harefield based rehoming centre is currently caring for 14 lurchers and Greyhounds, all looking for their forever homes.
Canine Carers at the Rehoming Centre are hoping to raise awareness of...
Dog with ‘worst dental disease and ear infections ever seen’ is...
A little dog was abandoned in a stranger’s garden with the ‘worst dental disease and ear infections ever seen’ by RSPCA rescuer.
RSPCA inspector Karl Marston was called after the nine-year old Lhasa Aspo, called Poppy, was brought into RSPCA Woodside Animal Centre, in Leicester on Sunday 8 March.
Karl said:...
Self-isolating – how to keep your dog happy
Agria Pet Insurance’s Trainer and Behaviourist offers some top tips to keep four-legged friends happy if you're self-isolating due to Covid-19.
During this time of self-isolation, dog owners face a problem – dogs need exercise and stimulation but how can we do this at home?
The good news is, it’s not...
Blackpool dog saved by PDSA vets after swallowing cow hoof treat
Veterinary charity, PDSA is warning people about the dangers of cow hoof treats after a dog needed emergency surgery to remove a piece lodged in her stomach.
Three-year old English Bull Terrier, Milly came a cropper after accidently swallowing a piece of her favourite treat.
Milly’s worried owner Jake Hartill, from...
How sleeping with your pet could improve your mental health
Two thirds of UK pet owners are allowing their furry friends to sleep in or on their bed, which has been shown to have a positive impact on mental health.
Nearly a quarter of UK pet owners admitted to always letting their pet sleep in bed with them, while two...
Young handler of the year crowned at Crufts
Charlotte Dalgarno, aged 23 and a three-year old Siberian Husky, Isaac won the Young Kennel Club Handler of the Year awards at Crufts.
The competition, which was open to TKC members from the ages of 6-24 and their dogs saw top young handlers compete for the sought-after title of YKC...
Self-isolation: have you made plans for your horses and dogs?
The RSPCA is encouraging horse owners to think about how they will care for their animals in the event they need to self-isolate.
The animal charity is suggesting horse owners speak to friends with horses about buddying up to help each other in the event of illness or self-isolation.
Dr...
Government urged to ban the sale of cruel small rabbit hutches
The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund (RWAF) has issued a petition to the government, urging it to ban the sale of small rabbit hutches.
The RWAF are calling on the government to introduce new legislation to establish national minimum sizes for rabbit housing. Although there is a legal housing size...
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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...
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