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Ban for man who was caught using ‘harsh discipline’ on his...

A man from Greater London who admitted using harsh disciplinary and training methods on his dog has been banned from keeping canines for seven years after a prosecution by the RSPCA. Daniel Kirwan of Rosslyn Crescent, Harrow, pleaded guilty to one offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and appeared...
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Record- breaking flood of hedgehogs into RSPCA rescue centres this autumn

Hedgehog admissions into the RSPCA are breaking records this year, with numbers showing a five-year high for January to October. New data from the RSPCA reveals that admissions of hedgehogs into the animal charity’s specialist wildlife centres are up by 22% already this year. Up until the end of last month...
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Fifth of dog owners believe it’s ok to leave pets alone...

A shocking survey from RSPCA finds that a fifth of dog owners think its ok to leave pets alone for more than 24 hours. The RSPCA is urging the dog-owning British public to be aware of separation anxiety as a survey reveals that one fifth of dog owners believe it’s...
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This rescue dog is all ears for a new home

Canine carers at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe are looking for a special new home for a two-year old Crossbreed who is deaf. Sweet-natured Jonathan arrived at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe back in September 2018 after previously being a stray. But despite waiting over a year for his forever home, playful Jon doesn’t...
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Skinny terrier almost doubles in weight in just two months with...

A skinny, balding terrier who was extremely underweight and suffering from a severe flea infestation has been rescued by the RSPCA. Ten-year old terrier cross Jackie was in a terrible state when she was signed over to RSCPA inspectors and taken in by the charity’s Sheffield Animal Centre on 13...
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New survey shows pet owners using tech to help four-legged friends

We think we know our pets, but do we know what they get up to when we aren’t looking? National Pet Charity, Blue Cross finds out the real secret life of pets and the things they get up to when home alone and how cameras can help keep pets happy...
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Study reveals that pet owners share their beds with their pets...

Millions of pet owners let their four-legged friends sleep in bed with them because it makes them feel safer, a study has found. A study of 2,000 cat and dog owners by pet wellbeing specialists Itchpet.com found two thirds will snuggle up with their pet at night with three in...
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Can you help to make it a pawfect Christmas for dogs...

Staff and four-legged residents at Dogs Trust Basildon are appealing for the public and local businesses to donate prizes for their Christmas Fair. Dogs Trust Basildon are hoping that generous members of the public and local businesses will help to make this year’s Christmas Fair a huge success by donating...
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Hero Police Dog receives PDSA national award

A hero Police Dog (PD) is being honoured by PDSA after he sustained life-threatening injuries whilst on duty with Derbyshire Police. PD Axle, a seven-year old German Shepherd, attended a presentation in his honour at Derbyshire Police Headquarters in Ripley with his handler, PC Dean Allen. PD Axle and PC Allen...
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Do you own a pet that is in the festive spirit?

Sofa and carpet specialist, SCS is inviting animal lovers across the country to get into the Christmas spirit with their pets. The search is on to find the UK’s most festive pet and SCS are calling on pet owners to submit their photos pf their pets getting into the Christmas...
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RSPCA launches festive appeal as last Christmas Day was busiest for...

The RSPCA launches its festive appeal Stock the Sleigh to help needy animals this winter as it reveals last Christmas Day was the busiest for 5 years. On 25 December 2018, the charity received 934 calls to its cruelty line – the highest number for five years and almost a...
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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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Charity helps save life of ‘hero’ retired police dog

A charity helped save the life of a heroic retired police dog when she fell seriously ill and needer emergency life-saving surgery.  Belgian Malinois RPD Fiji, 12, joined Surrey Police as a puppy and spent six years working with the Surrey and Sussex Joint Dog Unit as a general purpose...