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Christmas leftovers leave Labrador on emergency drip
A dog owner from Aberdeen is warning owners to keep chocolate away from pets this festive period, after her family’s Labrador was rushed to the vets for emergency treatment.
“My daughter had been given a couple of boxes of chocolate for Christmas,” explains dog owner Louise Ritchie, “and, with amazing...
Cats Protection appeal for knitters to help unwanted cats stay cosy...
Knitters are being asked to help unwanted cats and kitten this autumn by making homemade blankets and mouse toys for Cats Protection.
The UK’s largest cat charity, Cats Protection will be launching its annual Knitting Bee appeal at the Knitting & Stitching Show at London’s Alexandra Palace from October 11-14.
Craft...
RSPCA looking to rehome unluckiest dog
One of the RSPCA’s longest stay residents is looking for a new home after spending 300 days in kennels.
Blue the Lurcher has been overlooked by more than 3,000 potential owners and during his time in the kennels has seen 49 of his canine friends find their forever home at...
Two puppies that needed eye surgery handed into Mayhew
Two fourteen-week-old puppies were recently brought into London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew, needing eye surgery.
The Havanese Pekingnese crossbreed pups, named Ebony and Domino, along with their mum, called Coco, arrived at Mayhew after their previous owner informed had been threatened with a notice of eviction from their landlord.
Mayhew’s Dog...
PDSA offer advice on spotting kidney disease in cats
The PDSA offer pet owners advice to spot the warning signs of kidney disease in cats.
According to the PDSA, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a common illness seen in older cats that can sometimes be mistaken for old age. This is due to symptoms not displaying until an advanced...
Experienced kitten carers needed at RSPCA Stapeley Grange
An RSPCA cattery in Cheshire is appealing for animal-lovers with the required experience to apply to hand-rear kittens due to a shortage of volunteers.
Kittens who are just weeks old and without their mum have to be hand-reared to give them the best chance of survival. It’s an intense job...
Birthday celebrations for veteran rescue dog
Dogs Trust Salisbury have thrown an extra special birthday party for one of its very important pooches (VIPs).
Crossbreed Cody has spent three years with Dogs Trust and this week saw him have a tenth birthday party with his favourite friends at the Newton Tony Rehoming Centre.
On average, most dogs...
‘Look before you lock’ campaign to protect curious felines
Cats Protection are asking the public to check their sheds and garages for cats following a rise in the number of missing felines this summer.
The UK’s leading feline welfare charity is asking people to ‘look before you lock’ to avoid curious kitties being trapped after receiving a spike in...
Family of dumped bunnies rescued by the RSPCA
The RSPCA is appealing for information after 12 rabbits were abandoned and let loose in a field in the Wirral.
The rabbits were spotted by a dog walker who quickly realised they were domestic rabbits so tried to collect them and take them to safety. He then contacted the RSPCA...
Actor takes on cycling challenge to raise money for Dogs Trust
An award-winning actor cycled into Dogs Trust Manchester to meet some of the canine residents he’s raising money for.
Sam Newman who had leading roles in Holby City, Casualty and Doctors and starred in the West End, is aiming to raise £5,000 for Dogs Trust by cycling from Lands End...
Hill’s Pet Nutrition crowns their Kitten of the Year 2018
A kitten from Ealing has beaten nationwide competition to be crowned “Kitten of the Year 2018”, in Hill’s Pet Nutrition's annual competition.
Fifi from Ealing fought off stiff competition from over 450 kittens to claw the converted title in the annual competition, which encouraged pet owners across the country to...
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Santa Paws: Research reveals dogs love Christmas just as much as...
With just two weeks until Christmas, new research has revealed that over a third of the nation’s dog owners (41%) believe their furry friend loves Christmas more than they do. Over a quarter (28%) even believe their pooch recognises Santa Claus.
So much so, that various Santa’s Grottos across the...
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