Chocolate is a favourite treat for many, and National Chocolate Week (17-23 October) may feel like the perfect time to indulge, however it can pose a real threat to our furry family members. In the 2022 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report, 60% of owners said they regularly give their pet...

Three people have been sent to prison for their involvement in an Essex puppy selling ring found to have made an estimated £850,000. Kelly Jean Bennett and Ricky Jay Bennett, both of Weymouth Drive, Chafford Hundred, Grays; and Stacey Jane Hayward, of West Thurrock, all appeared at Basildon Crown Court...

Louise and Alan Bray, from Dartford, Kent, with their dogs Louandi Island Storm (Island) and AG CH Devongem Fire Starter at Upanovatiger (Ticita), won the Small/Mixi Pairs Final at London’s biggest dog event, Discover Dogs, run by The Kennel Club. The Small/Mixi Pairs Challenge consists of several heats of jumping....

A black labrador who fell into a three metre deep sewer has been rescued by the RSPCA and Hampshire Fire & Rescue’s Animal Rescue team. Having popped out for 45 minutes, Ollie’s owners panicked when there was no sign of their beloved pet on their return.  Something just didn’t smell...

The days are getting colder and the nights darker as we approach the winter season. With loud and distracting seasonalities, such as Bonfire Night and New Year’s Eve approaching, it's crucial that pet owners have as much advice as possible to keep their dogs safe this winter. Following a 23%...

A dog who spent almost five years in RSPCA care has finally found his perfect match and is settling in well. Lurcher Albie was rescued by RSPCA inspectors as part of an investigation just before Christmas in 2017 and remained in the charity’s care while the case progressed. However, once...

Thousands of visitors enjoyed The Kennel Club’s Discover Dogs event in London this weekend, meeting and greeting 200 different breeds and speaking to experts. Taking place on the 15 and 16 October at ExCeL London, the capital’s biggest dog event run by The Kennel Club, saw the return of exciting...

Two of Cats Protection’s adoption centres are issuing an appeal for adopters for overlooked moggies as the demand on their services rises. Puss Cat, Holly, Ellie, Pushkin and Pearl are all seeking their purr-fect forever homes while waiting lists for cats to come into care are shooting up. While they await...

With dark nights starting to creep in and temperatures getting cooler, autumn brings with it many challenges for pets and their owners. At this time of year, we also see the start of the fireworks season and Halloween, which can be stressful for many pets. Being aware of hazards for...

The number of rabbits being taken in by rescue centres has surged as people look to give up their pets due to the cost of living crisis. In 2021, the RSPCA’s centres and branches across England & Wales took in 2,731 rabbits; a 7% increase compared to 2020 (2,549). The figures...