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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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Reforms to pet microchipping regulations in England set out

New proposals to make it easier to reunite lost or stolen cats and dogs with their owners have been set out by the Government. An eight-week consultation will seek views on improvements to the pet microchipping database system, including faster access for approved users and regular reminders for keeping records...
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Top 10 tips for going on holiday with your dog

Going on holiday with your family is usually filled with fun, laughter and joy but too often we leave a little piece of our heart at home, and arguably, our favourite family member – our dog! As we embark into Spring and the days get warmer and nights longer, families...
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Food-loving feline who weighed more than 1.5 stone sheds the pounds...

A ten-year-old cat who was so overweight that she couldn’t groom herself or get through a cat flap, has shed the pounds and is now looking for a new home. Motsy came into the RSPCA’s Newport Animal Centre last October after her owner sadly passed away. On arrival she weighed...
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From pup to old age pup (OAP) – Agria recognises heroic...

Agria Pet Insurance has announced the launch of its Pup to Old Age Pup (OAP) campaign, which celebrates dogs at all stages of their lives and recognises that our animal friends should be cared for and protected throughout their lifetime. Launched at Crufts, the campaign will see the pet insurance specialists...
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Dogs Trust Kenilworth celebrates 100th happy rehome

Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust Kenilworth as the rehoming centre celebrates its 100th rehome this year. Taking the accolade was nine-year-old Labrador, Tia, who was adopted by Peter and Claire McCrone from Leamington Spa. Tia found herself in the care of the Honiley rehoming centre when her previous owners could no longer...
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Nervous dog who was ‘thrown from truck’ seeks solace in David...

A nervous terrier who was rescued after being ‘thrown from a truck’ is finding life in kennels difficult - but finds solace in watching David Attenborough nature documentaries. One-year-old terrier cross Freya was saved by kind-hearted members of the public who saw her being thrown from a vehicle travelling along...
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Trio of Frenchies suffer chronic ear infections

Three French bulldogs have been undergoing extensive treatment for chronic ear problems - caused due to the way they’ve been bred for extreme features that make them ‘cuter’ to buyers. Winnie (pictured above) has severe ear problems and is being treated with steroid medication and specialist ear cleaner. She came...
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How to keep pets safe from the hidden dangers of spring

As spring is now officially here, we can expect lighter evenings, warmer days and a colourful array of seasonal blooms. Many of us will have an added spring in our step, finding increased motivation for getting the house spick-and-span and spending more time outside. Our pets will also relish the opportunity...
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Wood Green unveils landmark new Snowden Cat Care Centre

Wood Green, The Animals Charity has now revealed a significant new development at its 43-acre site in Cambridgeshire. Following years of planning and disrupted construction during a pandemic, the Snowden Cat Care Centre is now operational and enabling the charity to provide even better care to thousands of cats in...
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Beloved family cat makes miracle recovery following accident

A much-loved family cat from South East London has overcome the odds to make a full recovery following a traumatic traffic incident which left her with a fractured pelvis. Cherished puss Rosie required emergency treatment from vet charity PDSA after her owner, Laura (35), returned home to discover her struggling...
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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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Blossom the dog saved by PDSA after dog attack left her...

A loveable Maltese cross dog named Blossom was saved by PDSA vets after suffering extensive wounds to her neck and chest from another dog, while out on a walk. The seven-year-old dog, whose favourite pastime is shredding her owner’s post, was being walked by a friend when out of nowhere...