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Agria Pet Insurance teams up with Cheshire dog charity for ‘Rescue...
As part of its ‘Rescue a Rescue’ campaign, Agria has partnered with 11 animal charities and rescue centres across the UK to raise awareness of animals in need of forever homes.
One lucky Runcorn-based charity, Cheshire Sighthound Rescue, has been chosen by Agria to receive a £1000 donation and its support...
‘Animal OBE’ for extraordinary virtual dog therapy
‘Max the Miracle Dog’ awarded PDSA Order of Merit for outstanding contribution to society.
An English Springer Spaniel from the Lake District, who has provided support and comfort to thousands of people worldwide as a virtual therapy dog, is being honoured by veterinary charity PDSA for his unwavering service to...
RSPCA warns owners not to rehome pets ‘free to good home’...
The RSPCA is urging families who are struggling to care for their pets not to rehome online but to seek help from reputable charities and rescue centres.
The warning comes as charities brace for more and more families to relinquish their pets as they struggle to cope in the wake...
Hill’s ensure lockdowns don’t mean health breakdowns for our nation’s pets
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has today launched a new national campaign to tackle the rise in obesity.
The campaign places a greater emphasis on helping pet parents take control of their animal’s nutrition and address the poor feeding habits amongst many owners, heightened by the pandemic.
As the UK navigates a third...
Kittens recovering well in RSPCA care after eye operations
Two kitten brothers who were rescued by the RSPCA just before Christmas are recovering well after undergoing surgery to their eyes.
Four-month-old ginger kittens Gabriel and Arthur were rescued from a builders’ yard in Peterlee, County Durham, in December last year (2020).
They were most likely born to a feral mother,...
Rescue dogs sniff our new career with prison service
Dogs Trust Manchester is celebrating after two of their rescue dogs qualified as sniffer dogs with the Scottish Prison Service.
Five-year old Labrador Cooper was found as a stray and four-year old Springer Spaniel, Lenny was handed over to Dogs Trust after a change in family circumstances. But not the...
Ten years at Number 10 for Britain’s most famous rescue cat
From charming world leaders, to distracting the press, Chief Mouser Larry has done it all during his time at 10 Downing Street.
But, before he began prowling the corridors of political power, Larry was a humble stray who came to Battersea in need of help and a home.
Today marks exactly...
Charity vet is keeping over 30,000 pets’ hearts beating this Valentine’s...
Every year vet charity PDSA cares for over 30,000 pets suffering from heart disease.
Without ongoing care and medication, many of these pets would die, but thanks to support from players of People’s Postcode Lottery, PDSA is able to keep pets’ hearts beating this Valentine’s Day.
Alfie from South London is...
Puppy imports surge during lockdown
RSPCA urges government to crackdown on puppy imports in order to safeguard dog welfare, protect public health and consumer rights.
The number of dogs being commercially imported has surged by more than 50% due to lockdown – with imports from Romania leaping by 67% as the demand for puppies soared...
Former racing greyhounds looking for bachelor pads this Valentine’s Day
Two former racing greyhounds are looking for separate bachelor pads where they can woo their new owners this Valentine’s Day.
Scooter and Mouse, both two-years old were originally bred for racing and are looking for new homes after being at Dogs Trust Snetterton in Norfolk together since the beginning of...
Five activities to have fun with your dog during the lockdown...
As we spend more time with our furry friends this lockdown, it can be difficult to keep them entertained and think of new things to do with them, besides wintry walks.
But just like humans, dogs get bored too and it’s important to keep them occupied.
Dog-holiday specialists, Canine Cottages have...
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RSPCA commended in two award categories for learning at work programme
The RSPCA has been ‘commended’ by Learning at Work Week 2024 after hosting sessions for staff and volunteers on coaching, wellbeing and inclusivity.
The animal welfare charity came third in two categories: Inspiring a Lifelong Learning Culture Impact Award and the Supporting Business and Organisational Goals Impact Award.
Learning at Work Week takes place...
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