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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...
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Dogs Trust Essex appeals for a new home for their longest...

Dogs Trust Essex is launching an appeal to help find one of their longest residents a new home. Four-year old Lurcher, Greg has spent 700 days in kennels, waiting for his forever home, despite being a loving and affectionate boy. The Basildon based rehoming centre will be appealing to the local...
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Liverpool charity vet team take on world’s biggest virtual dog walk

A team of charity staff from Liverpool’s Huyton PDSA Pet Hospital are taking on the World Big Dog Walk to raise vital funds for pets in need. The team – including PDSA vets, vet nurses, veterinary care assistants and receptionists – are aiming to walk 874 miles in September, equivalent...
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Number of pets tested for immunity to rabies sky rockets as...

Record numbers of owners are having their pets blood tested for immunity to rabies so they can travel to the EU in the event of a no-deal Brexit. Biobest, the UK’s biggest tester of rabies antibody at their laboratories at The Edinburgh Technopole, near Penicuik in Scotland, has handled a...
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Dogs Trust Dog School Essex supports owners of lockdown puppies

With the demand for puppies soaring during the coronavirus pandemic and many people bringing a new four-legged friend into their homes during or just before lockdown, Dogs Trust Dog School is offering some top tips for new puppy owners to help their young dogs adjust to new experiences. Despite Dogs...
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nutravet share their tips for pet owners during autumn

This week marks the offical start to autumn and with summer behind us and the dark nights starting to creep in, autumn brings with it many challenges for pets and their owners. As well as cooler weather, autumn also sees the start of the fireworks season and Halloween, which can...
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LondonCats Live shows are back!

After many months of being on pause, the beloved LondonCats live shows are finally back and it’s like mew-sic to our ears. LondonCats Worldwide are proud to announce that they will be hosting a live show in Maidstone Market Hall on Saturday 17 October and Sunday 18 October 2020. For the...
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Rescue dog awarded Blue Peter badge for work to help fearful...

A rescued Staffie has been awarded a Blue Peter badge for his work helping children overcome their fears of dogs - after conquering his own fear. Six-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier Bonzai was rescued by RSPCA officers in January 2018 when his owners were unable to look after him. He was...
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New Applaws Taste Toppers: On a tail-wagging mission to ‘Add More...

Applaws Natural Pet Food is thrilled to announce the global product launch of Applaws Taste Toppers. The 100% natural complimentary pet food is designed to simply be served on top of dry dog food and make mealtimes more interesting for dogs and their owners. Ask any dog owners and they’ll tell...
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One in five workers would quit their job if their pet...

New research from pet insurance provider Bought By Many reveals that 75% of pet owners are experiencing Peteration Anxiety – worrying about being apart and missing their pet. Separation anxiety is a recognised behavioural condition in pets, but few are aware of the impact being away from a pet can...
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Puppy with two broken legs finds her happy ending

A 12-week old puppy that was signed into RSPCA care after she suffered two broken legs is set to start in tonight’s (Wednesday 16 September) episode of The Dog Rescuers. Viewers of the popular 5 Select show will see Lola come into RSPCA rescue care after vets alerted inspectors to...
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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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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. This is depressing news...