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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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Fundraising appeal to help sick senior dog

A tiny, elderly terrier who was so skinny she weighed a little more than a bag of sugar is being cared for by the RSPCA. Ten-year-old Yorkshire terrier cross Edith was found abandoned out in the cold in a cat carrier in Gloucester in October (2021) and was rescued by...
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How can dogs help children with autism?

April is the month to change the conversation around autism, and raise awareness and support for those with autism – Autism Acceptance Month. On April 2nd communities around the world will be celebrating World Autism Awareness Day. The 15th annual World Autism Awareness Day looks to increase understanding and acceptance...
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Lucky for some: Elsa surprises rescuers and gives birth to 13...

RSPCA rescuers were surprised when a terrier gave birth to 13 puppies - more than double than were expected! Bedlington terrier-cross Elsa was rescued by the RSPCA’s Essex South, Southend & District branch, based in Rochford. The 18-month-old was heavily pregnant when she was rescued by RSPCA inspectors from Chelmsford and...
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Celebrity Vet Dr Bolu Eso partners with Butternut Box to deliver...

Fresh dog food brand, Butternut Box, has announced an exciting new partnership with one of the nation’s favourite on-screen vets, Dr Bolu Eso. With both Butternut Box and Dr Bolu sharing a love for pups across the nation and ensuring their health and happiness is their ongoing mission, it is...
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Border Collie Skye receives ‘Animal OBE’ for a lifetime of outstanding...

A Mountain Rescue Search Dog from the Lake District who completed over 200 searches during her 11-year career has been honoured by the UK vet charity, PDSA. Border Collie Skye, who is believed to be the oldest working Mountain Rescue Search Dog in the UK when she finally retired in...
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Dog waiting for 2.5 years for forever home has seen all...

Dutch herder Eric was rescued alongside his mum and seven siblings from hazardous, filthy conditions in the West Midlands in October 2019 and taken into RSPCA care. Since then, he’s seen all of his family go off to their new homes but is still waiting to find his perfect match...
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Dog lover whose legs were crushed in road accident is walking...

Dog lover Ash Paddon from Godalming is raising funds for Dogs Trust by completing a 1083.8-mile virtual walk from Land’s End to John O’Groats despite suffering life-changing injuries to his legs.  Ash, whose legs were crushed in a road accident, was inspired to take on the trek for Dogs...
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Natural Instinct launches limited edition Easter feast for dogs and cats

Back by popular demand, premium raw pet food brand Natural Instinct launches its limited-edition Easter Feast. As government restrictions have lifted this year, Easter is looking to be bigger than ever, making it an ideal opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family, indulge in chocolate and take part...
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Holiday-makers return home to find lost ferret in outside toilet!

A couple returning from holiday had a surprise when they found a lost ferret hiding in their outside toilet. The holiday-makers returned home to Colchester, Essex, on 18 March, to find the female ferret hiding in their outside utility room and toilet. RSPCA rescuer Jess Bush said: “They’d been away on...
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RSPCA Cat Hub marks fourth anniversary and rehomes its 1,000th cat

The RSPCA Cat Hub in Darlington has rehomed its 1,000th cat in a special event which saw a guest appearance from The Yorkshire Vet Julian Norton. The Cat Hub was set up by the RSPCA four years ago to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome cats in need in the North East....
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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...