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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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Clare Balding announced as new StreetVet ambassador

StreetVet has announced present, writer, broadcaster and animal-lover, Clare Balding as its latest ambassador. She has offered her support to help promote the charity’s work providing free veterinary care to the pets of people experiencing homelessness in 16 areas across the UK. Clare will also help to raise awareness for...
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RSPCA appeals for information after three puppies dumped in cardboard box

The RSPCA is appealing for information after three spaniel puppies were abandoned in a cardboard box in Essex. The young pups, around eight-weeks old were found by a cyclist who pulled into a layby for a rest and noticed a puppy peeking out from a box in the layby on...
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International Cat Day: RSPCA expects rise in unwanted kittens

This International Cat Day the RSPCA is shining a light on the importance of neutering to keep cats happy and health and tackle the cat overpopulation crisis. The internet is likely to be dominated by cat memes and cute pictures for International Cat Day today (Saturday 8 August) as the...
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Agria Pet Insurance celebrate cats of the pandemic

This International Cat Day (8 August), Agria Pet Insurance is celebrating the impact cats have made during the coronavirus pandemic. Whoever you are, whatever your situation, relationship status, age or job, you will have been affected by the coronavirus pandemic. But while everyone has been impacted, a lucky few have...
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Cats Protection launch Alternative Cat Awards

The Cats Protection’s Alternative Cat Awards celebrates pet moggies that have helped their owners during lockdown. If the internet has taught us anything, it’s how much we love cat videos - and the Alternative Cat Awards 2020 is the perfect chance for your moggy to take centre stage! During lockdown, we’ve...
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Win a Natures Menu Country Hunter Cat Pouch Superfood Selection Pack

To celebrate International Cat Day, Natures Menu, is giving two lucky people the chance to win a premium pet food prize for their feline friends. Up for grabs is a Country Hunter Cat Pouch Superfood Selection Pack for adult cats. For 39 years, Natures Menu has been creating 100% real, wholesome...
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Protecting your pets in a heatwave

We’re set for a heatwave this weekend, with temperatures set to soar to over 37 degrees in some parts of the country. We know that the heat can be uncomfortable for us, let alone our pets! Although the glorious sunshine is a great opportunity to spend more time outside, it’s...
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Lack of funds for veterinary care reason for 40% of cats...

The UK’s animal-loving reputation is wonderful thing. But do we really love our pets as much as we think we do? This International Cat Day, Agria Pet Insurance, together with a busy cat rescue and one of the UK’s leading vets, explain why very often, love alone really isn’t enough. ...
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Nine ways to have fun (and stay safe!) with your dog...

With another heatwave sweeping across the UK this weekend, the RSPCA is urging dog owners to take extra care and keep their pets safe. The animal welfare charity doesn’t recommend walking dogs during the hot weather as it can be dangerous for their health and welfare. Pavements and roads can get...
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A quarter of puppies are taken from their mothers too young

A quarter of puppies in the UK are separated from their mothers too early, according to a new Dogs Trust study. One in four people got their puppies before the advised age of eight weeks old, according to new findings from Dogs Trust’s pioneering dog welfare study ‘Generation Pup’. Dogs Trust...
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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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Cat’s leg amputated due to metal wire

A cat who was found in West Yorkshire with metal wire twisted tightly around his paw has had to have his leg amputated. Keith was taken into a vet by a member of the public who’d found him straying in their garden in Leatham Park Road, Featherstone, on 27 October...