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Former stray hopes to escape to the country after 18-month wait...

The team at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury is currently caring for an array of ‘pawsome’ pooches but one in particular, who was found wandering the streets alone, is looking to escape to the countryside to enjoy peace and quiet and rural walks.  Three-year-old German Shepherd Cross, Tyson, arrived at the rehoming...
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Tiny newborn kittens rescued by the RSPCA have now found their...

Two newborn kittens who were rescued, and hand reared by the RSPCA have now landed on their paws in their new forever home. Scrumpy and Marmalade were just a few hours old when they were rescued by Animal Collection Officer (ACO) Clara Scully in Somerset on April 15 after...
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Dogs Trust issues advice to owners on COVID-19 and dogs

Dogs Trust is issuing advice to reassure owners around coronavirus transmission and dogs following widespread media coverage. There are currently no confirmed cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) being transmitted from dogs to people. The main source of infection is human-to-human transmission. However, just like human hands, it is possible for dogs to...
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Curious canine needed emergency treatment after getting tongue trapped in tuna...

A hungry hound ended up needing emergency treatment from PDSA vets after getting her tongue stuck in can of tuna. Bonnie, a ten-year old Staffordshire Bull terrier cross, had been given her favourite fish as a teatime treat, but when her owner put the discarded tin in the recycling...
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Forthglade launches new range of dog treats

Forthglade natural pet food has launched a new range of dog treats, suitable for sensitive tummies. Well-known for their award-winning natural dog food, the Devonian dog lovers at Forthglade have also added delicious hand-baked grain-free dog treats to their range. This month, Forthglade have launched Soft Bites, which are tasty new...
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Dogs Trust issues advice for dog owners wearing face masks

Dogs Trust is offering advice to dog owners to help their pets adjust when they can’t see our faces. The UK’s largest dog welfare charity is urging dog owners to get their dogs used to seeing face coverings as part of daily life, as new government legislation makes face masks...
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Wobbly cat is looking for forever home after being rescued by...

A stray cat with an usual walk was rescued by the RSPCA in Greater Manchester last month and is now looking for his forever home. Affectionately named Wobbly Bobbly, the one-year old cat was rescued by the RSPCA after he was spotted by a member of the public in Tameside,...
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Rats abandoned in dirty cage on night of thunderstorm

The RSPCA is caring for three rats who were abandoned in a dirty cage just before a thunderstorm in Wigan. A member of the public spotted the cage, which was open with the rats loose in the bushes, down a country lane in Cobbs Brow Lane, Wigan on Saturday 13...
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Scotland clamps down on animal abusers

Scotland clamps down on animal abusers as maximum sentences for animal cruelty is raised to five years. Leading animal welfare charity Battersea has praised the Scottish Government and MSPs from across Parliament for delivering on their promise to increase maximum sentences for the worst animal cruelty offences. The Animals and Wildlife...
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Flat-faced dogs are most at risk of heat stroke, new study...

A study has found that brachycephalic dogs with flat faces - such as bulldogs and pugs are more at risk of developing heat stroke. Researchers in dog welfare at Nottingham Trent University and the Royal Veterinary College studied the clinical records of more than 900,000 dogs across the UK. They found...
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RSPCA rescues two cats abandoned in the woods

The RSPCA is appealing for information after two cats were abandoned in a cat carrier in the woods in Nottinghamshire. The two female cats, one grey and one tabby were discovered in a carrier in a wooded area of the Maun Valley Trail just off New Mill Lane in Mansfield...
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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 ownership reduces stress and loneliness

People experience stress in different forms every day. Studies have shown that most common cause of stress is work-related, with 4 in 5 adults frequently experiencing this. While a moderate level of stress can improve work performance and work efficiency, too much stress can lead to a negative effect on...