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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...

Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.  This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
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Skinny rabbit is abandoned in Liverpool park

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a rabbit was abandoned in a box on a park bench in Liverpool. The lionhead rabbit was spotted by a member of the public in a cardboard box on a bench in Sefton Pak on Sunday 5 January who then contacted the RSPCA...
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New year, new start for former stray dogs

The new year is off to a waggy start at Dogs Trust Manchester as it has found a forever home for two inseparable canine companions. Two-year old Whippets Spud and Zippy arrived at the Denton-based rehoming centre just before Christmas after being found wandering the streets alone. However, they are...
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PDSA offers tips on keeping pets warm during winter months

When the cold snap bites, it’s not just us humans that suffer the effects, our pets can feel it too. Vet charity, PDSA is encouraging pet owners to take the easy steps needed to keep pets warm and safe this winter. Despite their warm coats, our furry friends are not immune...
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Cats rescued from a property with over 70 moggies

The RSPCA is looking to find homes for nine cats who were rescued from a multi-animal home where there were more than 70 cats. Aberama, Tobias, Grace, Esme, May, Arthur, Ada, Michael and Alice were all rescued from South London and are now looking to find their forever homes. The...
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Shih Tzu has been waiting 250 days for new home

Dogs Trust Shoreham are appealing for a new home for a Shih Tzu who has been waiting for just over 250 days. Six-year old Alfie has been waiting 10 times over the usual average time it takes for Shih Tzu’s at Dogs Trust to find a new home, which is...
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Homeless cats looking for love after losing their owners

RSPCA Canterbury is looking for new homes for three cats who became homeless after their owners passed away. Lizi, a six-year old tortoishell and white cat came into the care of RSPCA Canterbury branch on December 15 after her owner sadly died. She didn’t cope well in the cattery so...
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Competition: Smart Slow Feeder up for grabs!

We’ve teamed up with our friends at Rosewood Pet Products to offer you the chance to win a Smart Slow Feeder (RRP £30). As featured in our Product Spotlight in the winter edition of Companion Life, this new product is perfect for portion control as it memorises the weight of...
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Dog found tied up in church to be reunited with owner

A little Staffie who was found tied up in a church with a heart-wrenching note from his former owner is to be reunited with his family. Seven-year old Cracker was found tied up next to the alter at Sacred Heart Church in Blackpool on 18 December with a note from...
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New year, new look for Fish4Dogs

Fish4Dogs is kicking off the new year with a brand-new look which makes its extensive range easier to navigate for customers. The Finest Complete Range will be the first to undergo the transformation – boasting consistent and colour-coded packaging – as part of a wider refresh which will be phased...
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Could you give Harry the home he deserves?

Dogs Trust Snetterton are appealing for a new home for a young Labrador cross who suffers from hip dysplasia. Harry is a handsome young Labrador cross with bundles of energy and enthusiasm and loves going on walks and really enjoys playing with toys and carrying them around with him. Harry’s favourite...
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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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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...

Vets are urging dog owners to rethink their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures in November. With temperatures forecast close to freezing, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a critical safety issue for the nation's pet owners. Pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters, in...