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New year, new start for dog ‘no one wanted’ who finds...
A dog who was in RSPCA care for almost two years finally found his home - just in time for Christmas, and has started the New Year with his new family.
Lurcher Walter came into the care of the RSPCA’s Danaher Animal Home, in Essex, in November 2022 when he was just a...
RSPCA and firefighters rescue cat stuck up tall tree for 30...
A young cat was happy to be reunited with his owner after being rescued from his captivity on a high perch in Greater Manchester.
Animal rescue officer David Cottingham and fire officers from Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service came to the aid of the stricken moggy, called Sparky, who was...
7 London dog-friendly cafes to take your pooch
New research has revealed that 'dog-friendly cafes' has seen a considerable jump in Google searches over the past 30 days, seeing a huge 2,400% increase in people wanting to take their four-legged friends out for a coffee or a dog-friendly meal.
1. Paws For Coffee - 41 High St, Hampton Hill, Hampton...
Amnesty needed on breeding and sale of pet rabbits, says RSPCA
The RSPCA is backing a breeding amnesty aimed at tackling the surge in rabbits being abandoned while rescue centres are at bursting point.
The Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWA&F) is calling for breeders to suspend their activities temporarily in order to reduce the numbers of unwanted rabbits left needing...
Boredom busters for cats
While some cats may be happy to keep themselves entertained, others may need a bit more stimulation to keep their minds active and prevent them from becoming bored.
According to feline welfare charity Cats Protection, indoor cats, and cats who spend more time indoors during the colder winter months, can...
Former stray dog living his best life in New Mills takes...
A New Mills rescue dog is taking to the hills in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for four-legged friends less fortunate than himself.
After being found wandering the streets alone last April, two-year-old Collie Cross Toby was taken in by Dogs Trust - the UK’s largest dog welfare...
Less than 10% of British dog owners are brushing their dogs...
Good dental hygiene is not just for humans, it’s important for our pets too. In fact, our pet’s mouth is the gateway to their body and good dental hygiene is vital for their overall physical wellbeing.
Pets can easily hide symptoms of infections and discomfort when it comes to gums...
Pawsome dog-friendly pancake recipe to try this Shrove Tuesday
With Shrove Tuesday nearly upon us (Tuesday 21st February), it’s time to whip up some batter, flip up a feast and tuck into an obscene amount of pancakes.
Now your four-legged friend can join in on the fun with this tasty dog-friendly recipe, that even you can eat!
Quite possibly one of...
RSPCA hails ‘huge moment’ as Welsh Govt back ending greyhound racing
The Welsh Government is to launch a consultation on phasing out greyhound racing in Wales, in a “huge moment” for dog welfare.
Today (15 February), the Minister for Rural Affairs, who is responsible for animal welfare in Wales, confirmed to Senedd members that she has now responded to a recent...
Award-winning police dog who fell seriously ill with canine coronavirus survives...
A charity who awarded a retired police dog and his handler with a top award has stepped in to save the canine’s life when he fell ill with canine coronavirus.
etired police dog (RPD) Gilly – a 10-year-old German Shepherd – was rushed to the vets on 2 February after falling...
Pampered pooch: Dog grooming tips you should know from an expert
With 12 million dogs in the United Kingdom, each with their own need for groomers, it is no wonder so many people are making the move into the grooming market.
After all, we all need a good haircut every now and then - our pets are no different. If...
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It’s Blue Monday for cats as abandonments hit a three-year high
As the UK braces itself for the most depressing day of the year, Cats Protection has reported that abandonments are up 71% compared to 2021.
The charity took in 1,825 abandoned cats in 2024, a figure which has been rising steadily since 2021 when it was 1,068.
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