News
Boom in period-style pet names as Rover unveils regency style doghouse
Rover.com has today unveiled the UK’s top dog names for 2024, revealing that Bridgerton fever is sweeping the nation, film and tv are reshaping canine trends, and IT girls continue to inspire a new generation of four-legged champions.
Bridgerton take the lead
Names like Lord (+790%), Dukie (+290%) and Duchess (+13%) have seen impressive increases, while fan-favourite characters such...
Dog charity to host dog theft prevention event in Uxbridge
Dog Trust is to host a dog theft prevention event in Uxbridge to offer advice to locals.
Dog theft is sadly on the rise across London and Dogs Trust are inviting locals in Hillingdon to an event, which will offer advice on how to keep your pooch safe.
Hillingdon is said...
New service allows dog owners to create toys to ease separation...
Online sitter service, DogBuddy has pioneered a new service which allows dog owners to turn their family into dog toys to ease separation anxiety.
New research by DogBuddy reveals that 93% of Brits worry about their dog will miss them when they go on holiday and almost half (48%) say...
Family left devastated as pet dog is shot and killed in...
A family has been left devastated after their pet Chihuahua was shot in the head and killed in their garden.
Suzzanna Day had let five-year old Chihuahua, Lola out into their back garden to go to the toilet while she and her three children were just metres away inside the...
RSPCA highlight plight of black cats on Black Cat Appreciation Day
The RSPCA is highlighting the plight of black cats who are not so lucky when it comes to being rehomed.
RSPCA rehoming stats show that black and black and white cats are more frequently seen in their centres than any other colour and they also take longer to find their...
Cats Protection appeal for knitters to help unwanted cats stay cosy...
Knitters are being asked to help unwanted cats and kitten this autumn by making homemade blankets and mouse toys for Cats Protection.
The UK’s largest cat charity, Cats Protection will be launching its annual Knitting Bee appeal at the Knitting & Stitching Show at London’s Alexandra Palace from October 11-14.
Craft...
RSPCA looking to rehome unluckiest dog
One of the RSPCA’s longest stay residents is looking for a new home after spending 300 days in kennels.
Blue the Lurcher has been overlooked by more than 3,000 potential owners and during his time in the kennels has seen 49 of his canine friends find their forever home at...
Two puppies that needed eye surgery handed into Mayhew
Two fourteen-week-old puppies were recently brought into London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew, needing eye surgery.
The Havanese Pekingnese crossbreed pups, named Ebony and Domino, along with their mum, called Coco, arrived at Mayhew after their previous owner informed had been threatened with a notice of eviction from their landlord.
Mayhew’s Dog...
PDSA offer advice on spotting kidney disease in cats
The PDSA offer pet owners advice to spot the warning signs of kidney disease in cats.
According to the PDSA, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a common illness seen in older cats that can sometimes be mistaken for old age. This is due to symptoms not displaying until an advanced...
Experienced kitten carers needed at RSPCA Stapeley Grange
An RSPCA cattery in Cheshire is appealing for animal-lovers with the required experience to apply to hand-rear kittens due to a shortage of volunteers.
Kittens who are just weeks old and without their mum have to be hand-reared to give them the best chance of survival. It’s an intense job...
Birthday celebrations for veteran rescue dog
Dogs Trust Salisbury have thrown an extra special birthday party for one of its very important pooches (VIPs).
Crossbreed Cody has spent three years with Dogs Trust and this week saw him have a tenth birthday party with his favourite friends at the Newton Tony Rehoming Centre.
On average, most dogs...
FEATURED
Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home reports highest ever demand for services...
With operational costs continuing to rise and demand for services at an all-time high, Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home has launched its Winter Appeal to ensure no pet is left without care during the harsh months ahead.
This year has seen record-breaking pressures on the charity, with nearly 400 new...
You must be logged in to post a comment.