The RSPCA is highlighting the plight of black cats with thousands of them coming into its rescue centres every year. To mark National Black Cat Day today and just days before Halloween, the charity is urging potential adopters not to overlook black cats. igures from last year show that on average...

Two dog lovers and their rescue dogs reached the summit of Mount Snowdon after a six-hour trek to raise money for Dogs Trust Salisbury. Kate Courtnell and her partner, Dan Smith hiked up the highest Mountain in Wales with their dogs Saxon a five-year-old German Shepherd who was rehomed from...

Three-year old cat Stovie narrowly avoided disaster after a shocking airgun attack, thanks to emergency treatment from PDSA vets. Stovie’s owner, Eve Worthington from Chelmsford knew something was wrong when her feline friend was acting out of character and hiding under the kitchen table. She said: “Stovie didn’t come when...

RSPCA chief inspector gives evidence to Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee about scale of puppy smuggling problem. “No one organisation can tackle this problem on its own.” That was the message from the RSPCA at the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee session on the puppy smuggling problem. Chief Inspector...

Last Saturday, over 850 animal lovers and their dogs came together at Harewood House in Leeds to take part in Battersea’s Muddy Dog Challenge. The event, which is supported by Seresto flea and tick control collar, has raised over £65,000 so far, which will go towards the vital care of...

As winter descends upon us, a warm home is one of life’s simplest pleasures, but it can attract unwanted visitors, warn experts. Nearly two thirds (62%) of British pet owners with a cat or dog are unaware that turning the heating on in autumn can increase the likelihood of flea...

The RSPCA has released a new report highlighting the stress fireworks cause to animals, to coincide with the start of bonfire season. The charity would like to see the public sale and use of fireworks further limited to being close to four specific celebration and festival dates (November 5, December...

Four in five pet owners with a mental health condition say their animal has helped them tackle their illness, according to new research. New research from MORE TH>N Pet Insurance reveals that overall, three in five (60%) pet owners claim their animals have helped to improve their mental health. In the...

Luxury dog accessories and lifestyle brand Teddy Maximus announce collaboration with iconic department store Liberty London. The latest collaboration comes with the launch of an exclusive new collection of products for stylish dogs and their owners, adorably titled ‘Pooches of Liberty’. Following the ongoing success of their much-loved Liberty Print Collections,...

The Kennel Club is urging dog owners to make sure their microchip details are up to date in time for the fireworks season. With Diwali and fireworks night coming up, the Kennel Club is warning pet owners to be extra vigilant following statistics that show that 71% of owners’ details...