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Scars show Scooter’s tough past – but he’s sweet, shy dog...
The scars across Scooter’s nose and face tell the story of his difficult past - but he’s a sweet and shy dog who is ready for a fresh start, and a new best friend.
Lurcher cross Scooter arrived at the RSPCA’s Ashley Heath Animal Centre, in Dorset, last year, after being rescued by...
Lily’s Kitchen launches limited-edition ‘Be My Valentine’ recipe for dogs
Lily’s Kitchen has launched a limited-edition ‘Be My Valentine’ tray for dogs, so that pet parents and pups can have a romantic meal for two this Valentine’s Day.
To help share the love this Valentine’s Day, Lily’s Kitchen will be donating the full sales price of the trays sold on...
Does your city have the happiest dogs?
Dog lovers at OnBuy Pet Supplies have created an index of six factors which can determine the level of happiness of our furry friends in different cities in the UK.
The six factors analyse the number of parks, pet-friendly accommodations, pet shops, dog grooming places and dog vs cat population....
One step closer to introducing five-year sentences for animal cruelty offences
Animal welfare charities have today welcomed the long-awaited progress on crucial new legislation to increase sentences for animal cruelty offences.
The Animal Welfare (Sentencing) Bill in England Wales passed its Second Reading back in October 2020 and, almost four months later, has now passed the Committee Stage of its passage...
The Kennel Club welcomes new tennancy agreement ending ‘unfair’ blanket ban...
The Kennel Club has welcomed a move by Government which aims to enable more people renting in England to keep ‘well-behaved’ pets and prevents landlords from issuing blanket bans.
Under the new Model Tenancy Agreement announced yesterday (28 January 2021), consent for pets will be the default position, and landlords...
Battersea launches virtual life drawing sessions for Valentines Day
Love in lockdown can be tricky – but this Valentine’s Day, Battersea is offering couples a virtual date with a difference.
The much-loved animal charity has teamed up with Wild Life Drawing to run a special life drawing class with some of its rescue dogs as models on 14 February.
Budding...
New standard tenancy agreement to help renters with well-behaved pets
The government has announced a new Model Tenancy Agreement to allow responsible tenants with well-behaved pets to secure leases more easily.
Under the new agreement announced by Housing Minister Rt Hon Christopher Pincher MP, landlords will no longer be able to issue blanket bans on pets.
Instead, consent for pets will...
Life of ‘hero’ police sniffer dog saved by new charity
A ‘hero’ police sniffer dog who recovered more than £250,000 worth of drugs, cash and weapons during his career has had life-saving surgery to remove a tumour.
Ten-year old Springer Spaniel Pablo served Norfolk and Suffolk Constabularies’ Joint Dog Section for eight years until August 2019 when he retired and...
Pet business insurance provider launches search for UK’s best pet
Pet business insurance provider, Protectivity has launched a competition to find the best pandemic pet in the UK.
When the UK went into lockdown back in March 2020, Brits quickly found their lives and routines turned upside down. However, as people were unable to see their friends and family and...
BISSELL introduce new NEW CrossWave Cordless Max for pet owners
BISSELL introduce their new Crosswave Cordless Max 3-in-1 multi surface cleaner, suitable for hard floors and rugs.
Designed for larger households, the Crosswave Cordless Max tackles everything from spilt cereal, milk and coffee to messy footprints let by family and pawpals.
With no need to get down on your hands and...
RSPCA launches new strategy which aims to end illegal puppy sales
The RSPCA has launched its ambitious new strategy for animal welfare which promises to end the illegal selling of puppies in the UK by 2030.
The charity’s new ambitious strategy – ‘Together for Animal Welfare’ – also aims to reduce neglect and cruelty to companion animals, including dogs in England...
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Brits want dog-friendly workplaces – here’s how to make sure your...
With January marking the peak season for job hunting, new research from Rover.com, the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has today revealed that more than a third (37%) of dog owners would refuse a job if it meant they couldn’t bring their pooch into the office.
The findings...
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