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How to spot hypothermia in pets
With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.
PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
New data reveals the highest earning dog-fluencers in 2023 – with...
A new study by premium dog harness company, Barkridges, reveals the highest earning dog-fluencers of 2023 on Instagram and TikTok, with Instagram’s Jiffpom earning an estimated £930,000 in sponsorship and advertising revenue this year.
According to The Drum, 12 million Brits now follow other people’s pets on social media, and...
Stowaway cat reunited with family after 75-mile trip in delivery van
An adventurous cat who ended up 75 miles away after stowing away in a delivery van has been reunited with his heartbroken family – thanks to a County Durham veterinary practice.
Unknown to his owners, Flash hopped into the back of a van that was delivering furniture next door to...
Lily’s Kitchen unveils Christmas advert in tribute to the everyday joy...
The Christmas advert season has kicked off and this year Lily’s Kitchen is bringing all the feels.
The B Corp pet food brand has created a 30 second heart warming advert entitled ‘Christmas Every Day’, which features a montage of happy cats and dogs from real pet parents across the...
Wigan man handed five year animal ownership ban in RSPCA neglect...
A man from Wigan has been disqualified from owning any animal for five years after failing to seek veterinary treatment to address his springer spaniel’s extreme weight loss, eye infection and mammary tumour.
David Farrimond was sentenced to a 12 month community order, with 80 hours unpaid work and ordered...
Here comes Santa paws… how to pet proof your Christmas tree,...
We are a nation of animal lovers, so it’s little surprise that many of us will have a furry friend at home with us this Christmas but it does mean there’s the obstacle of ensuring that your Christmas tree lasts the entirety of the festive season.
As the celebs Christmas...
Pets vs people: Do owners love their pets more than people?
A new study has found that pet owners have more love for their pets than the humans in their lives, with 80% choosing their pets over the people in their lives.
Research shows that just over one in 10 pet owners love their animal companions more than their family, while...
What does your dog’s poo say about its health and what...
Have you ever wondered what your dog's poo means for their health and how you can tell?
Well, wonder no more as John Burns MBE, founder of healthy pet food company Burns Pet Nutrition, has put together a guide for those owners wanting to know what the different types of...
Dozens of councils have backed RSPCA measures to help combat fireworks...
More than 40 local authorities will have RSPCA-backed rules and policies in place aimed at keeping animals and people safer this Guy Fawkes Night.
In recent years, the animal welfare charity has been working with local authorities across England and Wales - urging them to introduce specific measures aimed at...
Lancashire woman given suspended prison sentence and ten-year ban for neglecting...
A woman from Preston has been given an 18-week prison sentence, suspended for two years, and disqualified from keeping animals for a decade after admitting causing unnecessary suffering to her seven pets and failing to meet their needs.
Charlotte Kenny was prosecuted by the RSPCA after the charity’s officers found...
Expert advice to soothe your dog during fireworks season
The holiday season is fast approaching, bringing with it a whirlwind of festivities, celebrations, and, of course, spectacular fireworks displays. While we humans eagerly anticipate the dazzling fireworks, it's crucial to remember that the loud bangs and bright lights can be an unsettling experience for our furry family members,...
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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...
A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer.
Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent.
She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex.
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