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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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Cat found abandoned in box with nasty neck wound

A cat found in a cardboard box inside a bag with a nasty wound on his neck is now looking for a new forever home. The one-year old white and tabby feline, was discovered by members of the public near Harslesden in North West London and taken to London-based animal...
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PupAid returns for 7th year on Primrose Hill

PupAid, the UK’s favourite star-studded dog show and world’s biggest anti-puppy farming event is back this year – bigger and better than ever. Returning to London’s stunning Primrose Hill for the 7th year, the event has become a permanent fixture in animal lovers’ calendars nationwide, as well as a...
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Man banned from keeping pets after beating his two dogs

A man has been disqualified from keeping animals for at least 20 years after admitting beating his two pet dogs. Barry Lyons from Hull appeared at the city’s magistrates’ court on Friday (13 July) where he pleased guilty to one animal welfare offence and admitted to failing to meet the...
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Foster families needed for homeless hounds in Ilfracombe

Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is appealing to dog lovers to help some of their residents in need of a little extra TLC by volunteering to foster a dog. The Home from Home fostering scheme places dogs in temporary homes with loving families whilst they wait to be adopted. Due to every dog...
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PDSA warn public to be pet safe during barbecues

The weather in the UK is well and truly hotting up and vet charity, PDSA are raising awareness of the hazards of BBQs for pets. As many of us will be enjoying a barbecue with friends and family in the coming weeks, the vet charity warns pet owners that they...
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Puppies dumped in bing bag are given second chance by Battersea

Three unwanted Yorkshire Terrier puppies are being given a second chance after being dumped in a bin bag on someone’s doorstep. The three puppies were no older then four months old and were found by a member of the public who took them into Battersea Dogs & Cats home. All three...
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Bath Cats and Dogs Home annual fun day returns in August

Bath Cats & Dogs Home will open its Claverton Down-based rescue centre gates to visitors for the return of their annual fun day in August. Fun-legged fun will be the order of the day at the event taking place on Bank Holiday Monday 27 August where people will be able...
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Simon’s Cat helps to raise funds for feline friends

Cat’s Protection online sponsor pens have received a Simon’s Cat style makeover as part of an ongoing partnership between the charity and the fictional feline. Having supported Cats Protection’s sponsorship programme since late last year by sharing pen updates to his followers, the illustrated internet sensation, created by Simon Tofield,...
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Special old age pooch looking for his forever home

Dogs Trust Evesham is appealing for a home for a very special old age pooch who is the charity’s oldest homeless hound. Sandy, a 15-year old Terrier is the human equivalent of 105 years old who is the oldest dog across Dog Trust centres in the UK and is looking...
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Feline fussy eaters: A guide to feeding kittens

With new litters born across the UK and kitten season coming to an end, Vet’s Kitchen provides a quick guide to feeding kittens. As your kitten grows its important that they receive the right nutritional support to grow up happy and healthy from day one. Managing Director and practicing vet...
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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...