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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...
Dogs Trust pooch helps grieving widow conquer Mount Snowdon
An ex Dogs Trust Canterbury resident has helped grieving widow to conquer Mount Snowdon following her husband’s death in 2004.
Elsa a 10- year old Weimaraner arrived at Dogs Trust Canterbury in 2012 with a number of health issues, including a cancerous tumour on her right ear and hip dysplasia....
Free pet workshops for kids this half term
If you’re looking for something to do with your children this half term, then head down to your local Pets at Home store for a series of free pet workshops.
The fun, free workshops aim to educate the next generation of pet owners on how to care for pets...
RSPCA re-appeals for information about cat hanged from motorway bridge
The RSPCA is re-appealing for information about a cat that was hanged from a motorway bridge over the M62 in West Yorkshire.
The charity was called by police and attended the scene at around 12pm on Sunday 30 September.
RSPCA Inspector, Thomas Hutton, said: “Police, along with the Highways Agency and...
Johnson’s advise pet owners how to remove ticks successfully
Ticks are external parasites which live off the blood of mammals and have become an increasing problem for dogs and cats and their owners.
Ticks can vary in size and are carriers of various diseases, which can be transmitted, not only to pets but also to their owners can cause...
Brits to spend over £2m on pet care and services by...
Research by Mintel has revealed that Brits will spend over £2 billion on pet care products and services by 2023.
Brits’ love for their furry friends is expected to see the value to the pet care products and services (including toys and health check-ups) market reach £2.1 billion by 2023,...
Mayhew ramble raises nearly 3k for rescue animals
Almost 200 dogs and their owners raised nearly £3000 for rescue animals by taking part in a special autumnal ramble on Hampstead Heath.
Organised by London animal welfare charity, Mayhew, the ramble, which took place on Sunday 7th October, was sponsored by Edgard Cooper in support of rescue pets and...
Half of UK pet care buyers spend more money on pets...
Over half of UK pet care buyers would rather cut back on spending on themselves than on their pet, says new research from Mintel.
The research from Mintel confirms the nation’s passion for pets shows no sign of abating as 40% of pet care buyers would spend just as much...
Johnson’s unveil new tick & flea collar for dogs
With reports of ticks becoming an increasing problem for pets and their owners, Johnson’s have introduced a Tick and Flea Collar for Dogs to their popular range.
Ticks are external parasites which live off the blood of mammals and vary in size from a pin head to a finger nail,...
Study reveals pets help retired owners feel positive about local environment
New research reveals that pets help their retired owners fall asleep more easily and feel better about their neighbourhood.
Older people who own pets fall asleep more easily and feel consistently more positive about their local environment than those who don’t have animals, according to research from Kingston University and...
Three sick puppies dumped on doorstep in Leicester
The RSPCA is appealing for information after three sick puppies were dumped on a doorstep in Leicester.
A woman told the RSPCA how she heard a yelping noise outside the front of her home – and when she went to investigate she found three puppies had been left on her...
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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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