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Dog found wandering alone in woods is searching for fresh start

A dog who was found wandering alone in the woods after being abandoned and hit by a car is hoping for a fresh start. Two-year-old crossbreed Raza is finding life in kennels really difficult so RSPCA staff are appealing to find her a loving new home urgently. Raza was taken in by RSPCA Finsbury Park Animal...
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Charity vets warning after dog eats 100 slug pellets

PDSA vets are warning pet owners about garden dangers after a five-year old dog ate over 100 slug pellets. Crossbreed Milo mistook the toxic pellets, found in the family garden for a dog-friendly meal and the pup’s owner, Zoe Earle of Southampton, rushed him to vets for emergency treatment. It was...
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Deaf pup is all ears for a new home

Dogs Trust Bridgend is appealing for a loving home for a Border Collie puppy that was born deaf. The delightful three-month old puppy called Stuart, arrived at the rehoming centre earlier this month after his previous owners made the difficult but responsible decision to hand him into Dogs Trust. They thought...
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Lonely Lurcher is looking for a home after spending 500 days...

The RSPCA has issued a national appeal to find a Lurcher called Gary his forever home. Lonely Gary is still waiting for his forever home after spending 500 days in kennels and seeing almost 200 other dogs find home before him. Sadly, it’s not just his name that has fallen...
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Blue Cross experts help owners though their new pups first year

National pet charity, Blue Cross has produced ‘Puppy Knowhow’, an essential tool for owners or prospective owners of new puppies. The free subscription service offers in-depth, vet-approved puppy advice and training tips based on the age of the dog up to one-year old. Advice is emailed directly to the owner every...
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Human grade pet food is latest trend to take off among...

Pet food fit for human consumption is the latest trend amongst dog lovers in the UK and worldwide. Yorkshire-based Pure Pet Food are providing high quality meals for dogs and ship thousands of delicious meals to pooches across the world every month. Meals are delivered in dehydrated and freeze-dried form with...
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Animal lover to offer new car for a hole in one...

A Sussex golf club is to raise funds for the RSPCA by offering the chance to win a brand-new car in exchange for a hole in one. The Avisford Gold Club in Walberton near Arundel is raising funds for the animal welfare charity after this year’s captain Jayson Walker chose...
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Appeal for information after rabbit given away by teenagers in Hull

The RSPCA is appealing for information after collecting a suffering rabbit who was given away by three teenagers in Hull. The three boys, thought to be aged 13 or 14 years old – were reportedly approaching people and knocking on doors on 1st Avenue, offering the male rabbit for free....
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FirstVet launches in UK with free dog MOT clinics at DogFest

The mobile app service, FirstVet will be offering free dog MOTs for pet owners at DogFest events this summer. Founded in Sweden, FirstVet provides video call veterinary consultations and delivers fast and affordable round-the-clock access to experiences vets via the app. FirstVet’s walk-in clinics at this year’s DogFest events, designed and...
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RSPCA appeal for special homes for outdoor only cats

The RSPCA Canterbury branch is appealing to local people to help rehome cats in need of outdoor space. The branch is supporting an 80-year old many who need to find homes for the 29 cats that live on his smallholding in Kent. Although he has been able to take care of...
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Mayhew combats mental illness with dog therapy

London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew help to combat mental illness with dog therapy initiative, TheraPaws. At Mayhew, they know that companionship offered by an animal or pet goes a long way in reducing anxiety and stress and boosting mood. During Mental Health Awareness Week and all year round, their TheraPaws...
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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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Young cats abandoned zipped up in bag

The RSPCA is caring for two young cats and appealing for information after they were abandoned on the outskirts of Leeds. A woman was walking her dog in the woods off Moor Knoll Lane, East Ardsley, on Tuesday afternoon (October 29) when she spotted a gym bag and thought it...