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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 rescues tiny kitten after taking 30-mile journey under a car...
The RSPCA rescued a seven-week old kitten from under the bonnet of a car which had just driven a 30-mile journey with the cat trapped inside.
Luckily, the young male cat did not suffer any burns or injuries throughout the journey and has now been offered a loving home by...
National Dog Day: the Nation’s cutest pooches, as submitted by you
To celebrate National Dog Day on the 26th August, Safestyle UK has launched a nationwide #DoginWindow photo competition asking dog owners to share their best snaps to find the UK’s cutest pooch.
Life in lockdown has resulted in many dog owners spending more time than ever at home with their furry friends,...
Battersea offers advice for owners and finders of unwanted kittens
Battersea is urging people to bring unwanted and abandoned kittens, litters and pregnant cats to rescues as kitten season ramps up.
During the summer months, Battersea often sees a higher number of pregnant cats and kittens coming through the doors of their three centres, an annual trend known as ‘kitten...
Dogs Trust Shoreham rehomes long-term lodger during lockdown
One of Dogs Trust Shoreham’s most overlooked pooches has finally found their forever home after spending 653 days in their care.
Whilst rehoming was paused temporarily at the start of the coronavirus outbreak, rehoming centre staff were able to responsibly find their dogs the right homes through a virtual matching service - using video-based home checks...
RSPCA rescues feisty fox cub after he gets himself stuck on...
The RSPCA rescued a fox which had fallen into a dock and was stranded on a floating raft in the centre of the water outside the Excel Centre in London.
The charity received a call to alert them that the fox was in a bit of a predicament. Inspector Mitchell...
Celebrity canines smash PDSA fundraising records
Three celebrity spaniels and their owner has raised a remarkable £100,000 for PDSA in less than six weeks.
A devoted owner and his famous four-legged Spaniel companions, Max, Paddy and Harry, have broken records for the largest sum raised for vet charity PDSA by a single volunteer fundraiser.
Kerry Irving, the...
RSPCA officer helps to revive newborn kitten found without mum
The RSPCA rescued a newborn kitten which had somehow been separated from its mum and was struggling without her.
The tiny cat still had her eyes closed and umbilical cord attached and couldn’t have been more than a day or two old.
A member of the public spotted the kitten...
PDSA Vets highlight importance of pet insurance
As many people welcome new pets into their lives during lockdown, PDSA highlight the importance of pet insurance.
While taking on a new pet can be a wonderful time, there are significant costs to consider including ensuring pets are covered by insurance should they become unexpectedly ill or be injured...
Animal Friends Insurance shares claims data to help inform dog owners
Animal Friends Pet Insurance has released data from 260,000 claims made last year to help potential dog owners make an informed decision on the breed they choose.
Puppy purchases have risen dramatically during and post-lockdown, and these decisions have been made quickly, new owners may not understand the breed they...
nutravet launch new kidney health supplement for cats and dogs
Nutravet® has launched its new, next generation, kidney health product into its range of veterinary exclusive nutraceuticals.
Launched this month (August 2020), nutraren provides multi-action support to aid healthy kidney function in dogs and cats in an easy to administer gel capsule.
The unique combination of scientifically proven and high strength...
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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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