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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...
Investigation launched after skinny dog found abandoned in Merseyside
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a skinny dog was found wandering in Prescot, Merseyside.
RSPCA Inspector Leanne Cooper is investigating after the dog - believed to be a pocket bully type - was found straying in Holden Road in Prescot.
The tan-coloured dog was caught by a member of the...
The top 5 most popular pet names inspired by Taylor Swift
Where there are pet owners… there are also Swifties! As a self-proclaimed cat-lover, Taylor Swift has taken the world by storm with her infamous Eras Tour, as well as being recently crowned Spotify’s most listened-to artist of 2023.*
As Taylor graces the UK with her presence! As such, it’s of...
RSPCA inspector’s 100 km walk for cat who defied the odds...
An RSPCA inspector is preparing to walk the Northumberland Coastal Path in memory of her cat who was so poorly when she was rescued that a vet gave her only six months to live.
Mishka weighed 0.9 kg (1.98 lb) - about the same as a bag of sugar -...
RSPCA caring for two abandoned kittens found in the woods
The RSPCA is caring for two kittens who were sadly abandoned in a sealed up cardboard box in a wooded area in Rochdale.
The kittens were just one week old when they were found by a member of the public who was walking their dog. They heard three tiny kittens...
Compulsory microchipping of cats arrives but millions of cat owners risk...
From today cat owners in England must ensure their pets are microchipped or face a fine of £500 but Cats Protection research shows owners of up to 2.2 million cats have yet to comply.
Early data from the charity’s Cats And Their Stats Report for 2024 shows there around...
Can sleeping with your cat benefit your sleep quality?
Sleeping with pets is certainly not for everyone, and while some owners are not too keen on the idea, for some, there’s nothing better.
In recent years it’s become common knowledge that a good night’s sleep is vital to overall health and wellbeing, and with this in mind, does sleeping...
Hotpoint and Blue Cross create super-sized dog house to announce partnership
British home appliance brand Hotpoint, together with animal welfare charity Blue Cross, have unveiled a larger-than-life, super-sized dog house in London to kick start a long-term partnership to help raise awareness of, and find forever homes for, the rising numbers of pets waiting in rehoming centres across the UK.
The Hotpoint Forever...
Pedigree breeder given five year cat ban for neglecting 11 Persians
A woman from North Shields who advertised pedigree cats on Facebook failed to get veterinary treatment for 11 underweight Persians who were all suffering from a catalogue of health problems, a court has heard.
tephanie Neesam (DoB 05.09.88), who used the name ‘Purrcise Persian’s,’ on the social media platform, left...
Bella & Duke to support four hero dogs as part of its...
Raw pet food and wellness subscription company, Bella & Duke, was established with the health and well-being of our nation’s pets at the forefront, which is why the company was proud to partner with Therapy Dogs Nationwide in 2023 and is continuing to fundraise and support the charity’s work...
RSPCA delight as Netherlands one step closer to banning puppy yoga
News that the Netherlands is one step closer to banning puppy yoga has been met with delight from the RSPCA, which has long raised concerns over the welfare of dogs during classes.
Puppy yoga was banned in Italy last month - and now the Netherlands is set to follow suit...
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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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