A French Navy Commando dog has received the highest honour available for animals – the PDSA Dickin Medal – for his life saving actions while on duty. The vet charity posthumously awarded Belgian Malinois Leuk with the prestigious award, also known as the animals’ Victoria Cross, for his unstinting bravery...

Dogs Trust Salisbury is calling on dog lovers to consider opening their hearts and their homes to a foster dog. The appeal comes at a crucial time for dog welfare, as the charity predicts that more people will be left with no other choice but to hand their dog into...

As domestic travel and overnight stays in self-contained accommodation now allowed, Natusan has put together a list of the best pet-friendly staycation recommendations Let’s face it, the past year has been tough, and everyone is in need of a well-deserved break. And, although there might not be high hopes of...

Agria Pet Insurance has become the UK’s first carbon neutral pet insurer, the company has announced today. Having worked towards the goal for the past three years, the specialist pet insurer has now achieved official carbon neutral status, certified by environmental consultancy firm, Eco Offset Ltd. Significant and widespread reductions in...

Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is appealing to dog lovers to consider adopting AJ the Greyhound who has been waiting for a new home since January. The two-year leggy lovely has seen more than 50 of his furry friends trot off to their new homes since he arrived but he is yet...

In the fight against hunger, I AM HOME was created by IAMS to help make a difference in pet rescue. The goal of the I AM HOME programme was to help nourish homeless pets’ hungry tummies in times of need, as well as supporting the incredible rescue staff and volunteers. Established...

A five-month-old puppy who learnt how to sit and stay at Dogs Trust Dog School has helped his owner with a very romantic marriage ‘pawposal’. Keeleigh Currell and Matthew Higgins from the Isle of Wight welcomed Boris the Cockerpoo into their home just before another lockdown in January 2021. With...

New data reveals that Edinburgh has seen a 140% increase in pet ownership over the last year, with the largest increase outside the capital. The new data by Bought By Many analysed the increase in policy numbers across the UK to determine the top pet hotspots. The growth in Edinburgh...

A cat which had fallen 40ft into the River Mersey had to be rescued by the RSPCA and fire service water team – and was then returned to his grateful owner. A member of the public spotted the cat perched on a small piece of concrete in the river at...

Pet food brand Vet’s Kitchen is tackling the issue of pet obesity from a positive standpoint by launching an award to find the best weight loss stories amongst UK dog owners. The campaign seeks to educate pet owners about pet obesity, healthy feeding tips and signs that your dog might...