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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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Rabbit with wonky ears hopes to find a new home this...

A lop-eared rabbit who looks like a unicorn, due to wonky ear that stands upright on his head, is looking for a home. Staff at RSPCA Milton Keynes & North Bucks branch are hoping that Wonky’s unusual look will bag him a new owner in time for Christmas. Carol Spindler, from...
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The Kennel Club launches new ‘voice for dogs’ manifesto ahead of...

Ahead of the General Election on 12 December, the new Kennel Club manifesto, ‘A Voice for Dogs’, calls upon the incoming government to reshape the laws surrounding dog welfare. The wide-ranging nine-point plan highlights the key issues facing dogs and their owners and details the legislative changes and measures...
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True Instinct launch ‘High Meat’ range for cats and kittens

True Instinct has introduced a ‘High Meat’ product for our feline friends to its premium range of dry and complete food. With a recipe ratio of 73% high meat and 25% natural fruit, vegetables and botanicals, the nutritious dry biscuits have fantastic palatability and provide complete and balanced nutrition...
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RSPCA highlight heart breaking stories behind real-life stars of Christmas film

The RSPCA shines a light on the rescue animals who star in this year’s charity Christmas film. Already the film- featuring Poppy the Labrador cross and Frankie, the grey kitten alongside Shetland pony Tink – has racked up more than 190,000 views. Frankie, the tiny grey kitten, was discovered after he...
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Winter wonderland grotto is set up for homeless dogs in Manchester

Christmas came early for the residents of Manchester Dogs Home in Cheshire, when a winter wonderland grotto was set up for them. The snow-covered space featured a giant gingerbread hose made entirely from 2,000 dog biscuits, 1,600 chewy treats, 12 kilos of melted dog drops for ‘cement’ and 24 pup-friendly...
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Natures Menu share how to keep your pets safe this Christmas

With winter in full swing and the countdown just around the corner, Natures Menu reveals shocking festive favourites that have the potential to be hazardous to pets. These include: Christmas tree water Chocolate Christmas dinner Christmas decorations Silica gel Christmas pudding and mince pies Christmas plants Batteries Candles Fires As well...
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Dogs Trust reveals urgent improvements needed to report illegally imported dogs

New findings reveal that 74% of UK vet professionals believe they've seen a dog that could have been illegally imported in the past 12 months. The UK’s largest dog welfare charity Dogs Trust polled professionals in the veterinary sector earlier this year to understand how confident they felt about identifying...
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Christmas presents for the cat lover

It’s Christmas! Well, very nearly and it's that time of year when we all rush out to get the perfect present for loved ones. It’s that time of the year when we’re thinking about our loved ones and what will bring a big smile to their faces on Christmas day…...
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Dachshunds through the snow: can you help the RSPCA care for...

RSPCA staff are working around the clock to care for nine Dachshund puppies and their mum in the run-up to Christmas. Miniature Dachshund Olive arrived in the RSPCA’s care last month along with her nine three-week old puppies who staff believe had been bred for sale as Christmas presents. The dogs...
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Staffie saved by charity vets after swallowing carpet

A four-year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier left PDSA vet floored after they discovered a piece of carpet lodged in his stomach. Curious canine Buster needed life-saving surgery after biting off more than he could chew and swallowing a prime piece of rug in the process. Buster’s owner, Jamie-Leigh Richardson from...
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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...