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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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Hertfordshire puppy becomes 5000th pup on dog welfare study

Tails are wagging at Dogs Trust as the charity celebrates welcoming the 5,000th puppy onto its landmark ‘Generation Pup’ study of four-legged friends. Taking the accolade is 14-week-old male crossbreed, Jack (pictured), whose owner Ruth Lewis found out about the study when she enrolled on puppy training classes with...
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RSPCA Sheffield helps transform poorly kittens

The RSPCA Sheffield branch has helped to transform the lives of three kittens who were born with conditions affecting their legs and mobility. Their mum, Magnolia, was dropped off at the animal centre with four kittens in March 2021 by a member of the public who said she had given...
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De Vere launches dog sitter service

Our canine companions have been used to having us around more over the last year because of lockdown and working from home. For those who need a convenient solution for doggy day-care once they return to work and get back to meetings, De Vere* is launching a new dog sitting...
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StreetVet awarded special grant from Battersea

Local charity StreetVet has been awarded a special grant from one of the UK’s leading animal welfare charities, Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London. The funds granted by Battersea will support StreetVet’s work with pets belonging to those experiencing homelessness and enable the UK-based charity to increase the resources...
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Revealed: The most dog-friendly industries to work in

In light of Bring Your Dog To Work Day, new research by comparethemarket.com reveals the top industries to work in if you’re looking to bring your pooch along. With more than two in five UK employees (42%) looking to bring their dog into the office, there’s a clear interest in...
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Sick puppy dumped on vet’s doorstep

The RSPCA is investigating after a skinny, sick puppy was left on the doorstep of a veterinary surgery in London. RSPCA animal rescue officer Caitlin Farrant was called by staff at the clinic on Friday (18 June) after a man left the three-month-old whippet puppy with staff on the doorstep. She...
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Dog lovers rescue Greyhound and discover surprise family link

A couple from Coventry who adopted a rescue Greyhound, later discovered he was the grandson of their previous dog who had died just weeks earlier. Doreen and Stewart Hawthorne knew they wanted to adopt another ex-racing Greyhound after 13-year-old Mavis passed away earlier this year. They had adopted Mavis in 2016 from Dogs Trust Kenilworth and so it was to...
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Cat Extravaganza is Back With a BIG REASON to Celebrate!

LCWW Group (formerly LondonCats) is back in full force and celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the first Cat Show, which took place in 1871! LCWW Group’s Cat Extravaganza is back with its International Show and all things Feline Exposition this time at Crystal Palace National Sports Centre in London on...
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Tails.com expands treats range

tails.com, the nutritionally-tailored pet food service, is broadening the range of treats for customers to add to their dog’s personalised feeding plan. These include: NEW Superfood Bites packed with nutrient-rich ingredients; NEW Cold-Pressed Duck Rewards and the popular WHIMZEES Alligator and Rice Bone occupiers. Treating responsibly is a concern for dog...
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Dog rescued from ‘intimidation and abuse’ is now so happy he...

A dog who was rescued from ‘intimidation and abuse’ by the RSPCA is now so happy that he had to have his tail amputated after injuring it while wagging it with happiness too hard! Ten-year-old bull mastiff Benny was rescued by RSPCA inspector Anthony Joynes and his story featured on...
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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...