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How to spot hypothermia in pets

With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.  PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
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Lonely rabbits wait more than 330 days for a home

Two ‘regal rabbits’ are lookng for their forever home after being in RSPCA care for more than 330 days. Duchess and Rosie are a bonded pair of brown and grey bunnies who have been in the care of the RSPCA Chiltern branch in Aylesbury since the beginning of April last...
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Natures Menu reveal giant poo bag sculpture at Crufts

Natures menu has unveiled a four-metre-high poo bag sculpture at Crufts to highlight the back-end benefits of a raw diet for pets. A poll of 2,00 UK pet owners shows that the nation’s knowledge of pet food ingredients is extremely low, with 62% (equating to 10 million out of 17...
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New figures reveal the French Bulldog is the UK’s most popular...

With Crufts kicking off today a new campaign from Millets reveals the UK’s most popular dog breeds. Following the release of the official puppy registration figures, the Millets campaign uncovers the UK’s favourite pedigree dog and the stats show that there is a new dog in town. Records reveal the French...
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Four nervous cats dumped in box

The RSPCA is appealing for information after four adult cats were abandoned in a box in Bracknall. The cats, named Galaxy, Cadbury, Liquorice and Jackie, were very frightened and nervous when they were found but otherwise healthy. They were discovered by a member of the public in the car park...
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RSPCA in bid to help 7m dogs who could be suffering...

The RSPCA has launched a campaign aimed at helping millions of dogs in the UK who could be struggling to cope when they’ve left home alone. The UK’s oldest and largest animal welfare charity is today launching a nationwide campaign to help millions of dogs suffering in silence. The RSPCA...
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The World’s greatest dogs deserve real food

Different Dog will be hosting a ‘dog food first’ cookery demonstrating at the World’s greatest dog show, Crufts this week. Showcasing new plastic free packaging and recipes, Different Dog is inviting visitors of Crufts to watch their doggy chefs prepare a selection of their handmade, family favourites. Every recipe has...
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Rosewood teams up with Aquapaw to add to its product range

Rosewood Pet Products team up with American brand Aquapaw, with two innovative pet bathing tools. The two products from Aquapaw, The Pet Bathing Tool and the Slow Treater, are now being supplied exclusively by Rosewood in the UK. With Spring clean season just around the corner and while you’re busy dusting...
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Elderly Eric seeks quiet retirement home

Elderly pooch Eric is on the hunt for retirement home where he can get a good nine hours sleep. Fourteen-year old terrier cross Eric, who is 98 in dog years, is currently being looked after by RSPCA Danaher Animal Home in Essex. Eric is seeking a calm, quiet home where he’ll...
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Two elderly cats dumped in middle of the night

Two very skinny and elderly cats were dumped in a cat carrier outside vets in Kent with a note to say they could no longer be cared for. The cats, named Rosemary and Basil by RSPCA staff, were found dumped in a cat carrier on St Peters Road, in Broadstairs...
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Pet fleeces support animal welfare charity

Fleecy pet bedding used to keep animals warm and comfortable is set to help rescue animals too. UK pet bedding manufacturer, Vetfleece, has teamed up with the RSPCA to keep pets warm and comfortable while in the charity’s rescue centres. Vetfleece manufactures super soft pet bedding that is widely used by...
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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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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...

A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer. Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent. She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex. Mette...