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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...
More than 1 in 4 dog-owning drivers don’t secure their pets...
A new survey has revealed that 32% of dog-owning drivers admit to not securing their pets safely in the car.
For many people, dogs are a part of the family, but whereas most people wouldn’t dream of allowing their children to travel unrestrained, the same is not true for their...
Blinding little chap looking for dazzling new home
Dogs Trust are appealing for a new home for a small dog who suddenly lost his sight.
Dogs Trust Evesham is appealing for a special forever home for Alex, a four-year old Terrier who suddenly lost his sight overnight.
Alex arrived at the centre back in October and was instantly a...
Dog owners trek 870 miles a year – just while walking...
A new study has found that dog owners trek 870 miles a year, just by walking their pet.
The study of 2,000 adults, including 1,000 dog owners, found those with a pet will walk more than 21 miles a week, covering almost 17 miles alone while taking their beloved pooch...
Battersea took in more flat faced dogs than ever in 2018
Statistics released by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home show that in 2018 they took in more flat faced dogs than ever before.
While brachycephalic dogs like French Bulldogs and Pugs are popular thanks to their big eyes and snub noses, their shortened airways means that they could suffer a multitude...
Mega report reveals how pets are impacting our lives
Petplan have launched a Pet Census into pet ownership which reveals the ways that pets impact our lives.
The mega report surveyed over 60,000 pet owners across the UK – the biggest survey of its kind to date – and found that pets are more important to us humans than...
Rabbit found dumped in street with heart breaking note
A rabbit was found dumped in a London street with a heart-breaking note, which read: ‘the children have lost interest'.
RSPCA animal collection officer (ACO) Jill Sanders was called to Dickenswood Close in Upper Norwood after a member of the public found the rabbit duped in a box with the...
Pubs to serve up dog wellbeing sessions
From tomorrow (30 January), pubs across the UK will be hosting free doggy wellbeing sessions.
The sessions are part of a new campaign by pet insurer MORE TH<N and are designed to help dog owners spot the signs of the winter blues and give them the unique opportunity to chat...
Large doggy duo prove size doesn’t matter
Dogs Trust Kenilworth is hoping to find big hearted owners with an equally large sofa for a doggy duo who weigh in at 90kgs.
Crossbreeds Charlie and Lola are both seven-years old and arrived at the Honiley-based rehoming centre in December through no fault of their own. The pair are...
RSPCA disappointed with government’s ‘draconian’ stance on BSL
The RSPCA is disappointed with the government’s announcement that it will not commit to reviewing the current legislation which brands four types of dogs as dangerous.
Today (Monday 28 January), the government responded to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee’s announcement, released in October following a public inquiry...
Agria wins for a second year running at Moneyfacts Consumer Awards...
For a second year running, Agria Pet Insurance has come out top at the Moneyfacts Consumer Awards 2019.
Up against the biggest names in the industry, Agria won both Pet Insurance Provider of the Year and Best Claims Services at the prestigious awards.
Agria beat off the competition to secure both...
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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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