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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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10 warning signs your dog is anxious or irritated

If you’re familiar with dogs, you likely know that dogs suffer from stress and anxiety - just like humans! It can be challenging to recognize the behavioural cues that indicate stress or unease in your pet. But being able to spot and understand them is crucial for your pet’s well-being.  Andrew...
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Sheffield family banned from keeping animals after 22 pets rescued from...

A family from Sheffield have been banned from keeping animals after RSPCA officers rescued 22 animals which were neglected in ‘horrendous conditions’ inside the filthy South Yorkshire home. Dean Robinson, Joanna Beth Robinson and Linda Robinson, all of Adlington Road, Parson Cross, were sentenced at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on Friday 9...
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Dogs Trust census reveals 99% of owners agree that dogs aren’t...

The results of the UK’s largest dog census are in, and it’s clear that the UK is still very much a nation of dog lovers, with 99% of respondents viewing dogs as family, and 98% of dog owners agreeing that their dog makes them happy.  More than 400,000 people responded to Dogs Trust’s National Dog...
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Suspended prison sentence for Sheffield woman who let her pets live...

A woman who subjected her pets to a ‘serious level of neglect’ has been given a suspended eight-week prison sentence and banned from keeping animals for a decade following an RSPCA prosecution.    A dog and four cats were discovered living amongst rubbish, faeces and mouldy food in conditions that were...
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PDSA urges pet owners to start preparing for Bonfire Night –...

Although the sun is shining and Bonfire Night is unlikely to be at the forefront of our minds, PDSA is warning pet owners to start preparing for fireworks season now.  The vet charity for pets in need has urged owners to take action as soon as possible in a bid...
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Nutravet launch NEW topical ear cleaning range

Nutravet are excited to announce the launch of Nutraotic, a new line of high-strength ear cleaning products designed to address common ear problems in pets. Ear problems can cause significant discomfort for pets, often going unnoticed by their owners, but Nutraotic aims to change that with its specially formulated products. The...
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Animal ban for Manchester woman whose neglect caused shih tzu death

A woman from Manchester has been banned from keeping any kind of animal for five years after neglecting her dogs so severely that one died and the other required intensive veterinary treatment. Gillian Walton of Manchester, who pleaded guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to two dogs and failing to meet...
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The five common houseplants could kill your cat or dog –...

A leading pet health expert is warning of the life-threatening threat posted by common house plants to dogs and cats. Veterinary and nutrition consultant for Burns Pet Nutrition, Emily Boardman says dogs and cats can become seriously-ill and even die after coming into contact with these toxic plants. Emily outlines five common...
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‘Remarkable’ transformation of homeless Bengal cat who has defied the odds...

A heavily pregnant Bengal cat who was found in Greater Manchester with serious injuries has been nursed back to health after nearly a year in the care of the RSPCA - and now all she needs is a forever home. The young cat was taken to a local veterinary practice...
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Pet stores show support for local animal charities

A specialist pet retailer is building on the success of its charity scheme by rolling it out for a second year. All eight WCF Pet & Equestrian stores across Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire and south-west Scotland are taking part in the scheme, with each store raising money for an animal...
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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...