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Proposed pet smuggling law could make ‘real difference’ to animal welfare...

The RSPCA is urging MPs to get behind legislation that hopes to tackle the smuggling of dogs, cats and ferrets into the UK as the Bill has its Second Reading tomorrow. Winchester MP and vet Danny Chambers (Lib Dem) is one of three MPs taking forward proposals for new animal...
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Pets make us happier than a partner, survey reveals

Pets can make you happier than a partner and even reduce your stress levels, a survey by pet charity, Blue Cross has found. Nearly one in three (30%) owners said their pets made them smile more than their partners, while 32% thought their pet was better at making them feel...
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RSPCA reveal ‘most unloved’ breeds of dog in their care

This Valentine’s Day, The RSPCA reveals the ‘most unloved’ breeds of dogs who struggle to fund their perfect partner. The average time it takes to rehome a dog in RSPCA care is 38 days, but sadly for some of the animals in the charity’s care they have to wait a...
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Mayhew goes above and beyond to care for kitten

Animal charity, Mayhew has gone above and beyond to care for a 6-week old kitten forced to live in medical isolation. Tiny Midnight was abandoned and found earlier this year by a member of the public who noticed her meows coming from underneath a nearby car. Animal welfare officers immediately noticed...
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Dog owners are more likely to find love according to new...

New research by Rover.com suggests that dog owners are more likely to be married or in a relationship. The dog walking and sitting service, Rover.com found that whilst three in four dog owners have partners, only 54% of non-dog owners have found love. When it comes to different breeds, Bulldogs have...
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Ten puppies named after iconic movie couples looking for new homes

A litter of puppies named after iconic movie couples are hoping to find true love this Valentine’s Day. The six-week old Lurcher cross pups named Baby and Johnny, Jack and Rose, Sandy and Danny, Harry and Sally and Rhett and Scarlett are all being cared for at Dogs Trust Merseyside. All...
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RSPCA teams up with pet accessory distributor to help keep dogs...

The RSPCA has teamed up with RSW International to help keep dogs’ minds and bodies active. The animal welfare charity has partnered with the pet accessory importer and distributer which supplies innovative, robust and stylish pet accessories and toys. The range includes a variety of embellished leads and collars, illuminated...
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Cattitude box – the purrfect subscription service for cat lovers

Cat lovers will now be able to own a stylish new subscription box created for cats and their owners. The new Cattitude Box can be ordered on a monthly or bi-monthly basis and not only are they packed with pet products, cat ladies will also get a few gifts themselves.  The...
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Mayhew’s Pick & Snip scheme designed to help vulnerable pet owners

London-based animal charity, Mayhew has launched a new innovative programme to provide vulnerable pet owners with preventative veterinary care. The charity understands the links between social issues and animal welfare, and work hard to improve life for pets and their owners through a series of pro-active community initiatives and preventative...
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London Assembly members unite to support Battersea’s pet friendly properties campaign

London Assembly members from across the political spectrum were today united in their support for Battersea Dogs & Cats Home’s campaign for more pet-friendly properties in London. Last November, Battersea published a research report which showed that 21% of Councils and 64% of the largest Housing Associations in London had...
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Study reveals lengths Brits go to to keep their pets warm

New research has revealed the lengths animal lovers in Britain will go to to keep their furry friends warm. A study by npower shows that we may be spending more on energy than we think, with a shocking 73.4% of pet owners turning on electrical appliances just for their pets. Researchers...
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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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‘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...