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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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Alexa releases music to help cats combat firework-induced stress

As we draw closer to Bonfire Night, Amazon has worked with a music composer and cat expert Anita to commission an all-new piece of music designed to relax cats on what can be a particularly stressful night for them – available exclusively through Alexa-enabled devices. With the loud bangs and...
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Pets at Home shares advice for new Prime Minister at Number...

Earlier this week, Rishi Sunak’s family dog, Nova, made her first public appearance since moving into Number 10. Moving house can be stressful, and not just for humans — it’s often tough on dogs, too. Larry the cat, Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office, will also have to adjust to his...
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Tiny kitten with missing paw dumped in box on Oldham playing...

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a tiny kitten was found in a soggy box in Oldham having suffered extreme leg injuries. A member of the public came across the stricken cat, who had both of her hind legs bandaged up, at around 5pm on Tuesday, October 18 at...
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Oldest ever rescue dog finds happy new home

A 22-year-old dog, believed to be the oldest dog ever cared for by Dogs Trust has found his furry-tail ending and has happily settled into a new forever home. Ty, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier Dalmatian Cross, arrived at Dogs Trust Bridgend in August after a change in his family’s circumstances...
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RSPCA reveal beloved cat is killed by suspected firework ahead of...

The RSPCA is urging those holding fireworks displays to consider animals over the next few days -  as one of the first victims of the fireworks season is revealed. New stats have shown almost two-thirds (63%) of animal owners surveyed reported that their pet appeared distressed during firework season. One victim...
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ŠKODA teams up with BorrowMyDoggy to help Brits enjoy the benefits...

Following the clocks going back and days getting shorter, ŠKODA UK has teamed up with BorrowMyDoggy to help Brits enjoy the benefits that dog companionship can offer. It comes after research from the dog-loving car brand reveals the majority of non-dog owners believe their mental and physical health would improve with...
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The Kennel Club launches new DNA Testing Services to improve dog...

The Kennel Club has launched its new DNA Testing Services, developed to improve and protect dog health, and to promote responsible dog breeding. Priced from £60, with a £20 off introductory offer on selected Breed-Specific Packages running throughout November, The Kennel Club DNA Testing Services provide owners with cost-effective access...
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Five seriously ill rabbits dumped in box

The RSPCA has launched an investigation and is appealing for information in connection with the abandonment of five very sick rabbits. The five domestic bunnies were found in a cardboard box at the Swillington Lane Allotments, in Swillington, near Leeds, West Yorkshire, on Saturday (29 October). RSPCA investigator Inspector Taylor went...
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New study from Dogs Trust reveals lack of dog-friendly accommodation is...

The UK’s largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, is calling on homelessness services to consider their clients’ canine friends too when offering support. In a survey of professionals supporting those experiencing homelessness, 70% told Dogs Trust that their clients had experienced barriers to accessing homelessness services because they have a dog. Further...
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The Mare and Foal Sanctuary brings the power of horses to...

Interacting with equines has long been recognised as beneficial to people. By partnering with horses, ponies, donkeys and mules through Equine Assisted Services, participants can help meet their physical, psychological and social needs.  Now the Mare and Foal Sanctuary is expanding to bring the power of horses to more...
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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...