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Cat looking for forever home after cancer scare turns out to...

The RSPCA hopes to find a special home for a sweet and sensitive cat who has now been given the all-clear from cancer after a recent scare. Seven-year-old grey tabby cat Nala came into the care of the RSPCA Hants & Surrey Border Branch in January last year as her owners could no longer...
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Cat stuck in tree for 4 days is reunited with owners...

A cat rescued by the RSPCA after being stranded in a tree for four days has been reunited with his grateful owner. RSPCA Inspector Deborah Beats and Animal Rescue Officer (ARO) Helen Chapman used ladders to retrieve the cat, called Pudding, from the branches of a tree in Fallowfield, Manchester...
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Top tips to keep pets calm when moving house

Spring is a popular time of year to buy a new home, with many properties on the market and people eager to complete before summer. 2022 has seen an increase in people moving, with the number of home buyer enquiries up 15% higher compared to January 2021. During this busy...
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Over two-thirds of pet owners spend more on their pets than...

Latest data into pet owners’ outlook on costs and care for pets shows over seven in 10 Brits are willing to spend more on their pet than themselves. The new research from MoneySuperMarket analysed pet owners’ attitudes towards financing their furry friends, revealing Brits spend an average of almost £500 on luxury items...
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Dog who ‘spent all of his time staring at the wall’...

A matted and terrified little terrier who was so shutdown that he spent weeks hiding in his kennel staring at the wall has finally found a loving new home and now enjoys woodland walks with his doggy friend. Ralph was one of 26 little dogs rescued by RSPCA inspectors in...
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Pup Stars: Shortlist announced for the UK’s most musical dogs

Finalists revealed for a competition to find the UK’s most musical dogs, with eight talented pups vying for the public vote to be crowned the ultimate ‘Pup Star’. Whilst record deals for dogs are few and far between, Canine Cottages have been on the hunt for the UK’s first ‘Pup...
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Reforms to pet microchipping regulations in England set out

New proposals to make it easier to reunite lost or stolen cats and dogs with their owners have been set out by the Government. An eight-week consultation will seek views on improvements to the pet microchipping database system, including faster access for approved users and regular reminders for keeping records...
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Top 10 tips for going on holiday with your dog

Going on holiday with your family is usually filled with fun, laughter and joy but too often we leave a little piece of our heart at home, and arguably, our favourite family member – our dog! As we embark into Spring and the days get warmer and nights longer, families...
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Food-loving feline who weighed more than 1.5 stone sheds the pounds...

A ten-year-old cat who was so overweight that she couldn’t groom herself or get through a cat flap, has shed the pounds and is now looking for a new home. Motsy came into the RSPCA’s Newport Animal Centre last October after her owner sadly passed away. On arrival she weighed...
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From pup to old age pup (OAP) – Agria recognises heroic...

Agria Pet Insurance has announced the launch of its Pup to Old Age Pup (OAP) campaign, which celebrates dogs at all stages of their lives and recognises that our animal friends should be cared for and protected throughout their lifetime. Launched at Crufts, the campaign will see the pet insurance specialists...
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Dogs Trust Kenilworth celebrates 100th happy rehome

Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust Kenilworth as the rehoming centre celebrates its 100th rehome this year. Taking the accolade was nine-year-old Labrador, Tia, who was adopted by Peter and Claire McCrone from Leamington Spa. Tia found herself in the care of the Honiley rehoming centre when her previous owners could no longer...
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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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Burgess Pet Care brings back Greyhound and Lurcher two-week takeover for...

Thousands of pounds worth of support for dog rescue centres across the UK has been guaranteed as Burgess Pet Care brings back its Greyhound and Lurcher Two-Week Takeover.  The campaign, spanning the passionate independent company’s social media channels, will run from January 27 to February 9, featuring real life stories...