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Christmas leftovers leave Labrador on emergency drip

A dog owner from Aberdeen is warning owners to keep chocolate away from pets this festive period, after her family’s Labrador was rushed to the vets for emergency treatment. “My daughter had been given a couple of boxes of chocolate for Christmas,” explains dog owner Louise Ritchie, “and, with amazing...
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Adorable puppy with one eye smaller than the other finds loving...

A puppy who was born with one eye smaller than the other has won over an adopter - despite his unusual condition. Albi was born with Microphthalmia - a condition where one or both of the eyes are small - and RSPCA staff launched a special appeal to find him a home.  Albi’s...
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International Cat Day – Moving house with a cat

This International Cat Day, Compare My Move has put together a guide on what to do when moving house with a cat.  Cats are very territorial animals that develop a strong connection with their environment, so a house move can cause them a lot of distress. This is why it is important...
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Cats declared the ultimate ‘starter pet’ because they’re so ‘low maintenance’ 

A new study by Burns Pet Nutrition has revealed felines are not only considerably more ‘low maintenance’ than dogs, they also are cleaner, more self-sufficient and cheaper to own.  The research comes ahead of International Cat Day on August 8, a day of importance for a third of UK households that are...
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Loving lurcher being overlooked because of his colour

A loving lurcher is struggling to find a home due to the colour of his coat.  Eighteen-month-old lurcher Pierre has been waiting for a home for nine months but is continually overlooked. Staff at RSPCA Ashley Heath Animal Centre, in Dorset, believe people are put off by his brindle coat. Animal Care Assistant Hollie Jones said:...
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RSPCA fears for cats as weapon attacks on moggies soar in...

The RSPCA is warning cat owners to be extra-vigilant this summer after new figures  suggest felines are being increasingly targeted in deliberate weapon attacks - with the nation's wildlife also in the firing line.   New data from the animal charity reveals that the number of cats shot with an air...
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Agility Team GB celebrate successful European Open Championships

The Kennel Club would like to congratulate Agility Team GB on their success at the FCI’s European Open Agility Championships, which concluded this weekend, and saw the team win a total of six medals, including one gold. Agility Team GB competed over three days at the Championships, with handlers and their...
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Overlooked lurcher Pepper spends 13 months in RSPCA care

A five year old lurcher is looking for her forever home after spending 13 months in RSPCA care and being overlooked by potential adopters. Pepper was rescued by an RSPCA officer in Sheffield in July 2023, along with her young puppies, who were neglected by their previous owner. She came into...
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Dog fighting reports continue to rise

The number of calls reporting organised dog fighting to the RSPCA in England has risen by 35% in the last four years, new figures reveal today. The number of dog fighting incidents reported to the RSPCA has increased from 399 in 2020 to 537 in 2023 (537 incidents), and has risen by...
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Transform your garden into a pet haven this summer

With summer here and warm, sunny days ahead, it's the perfect time for Brits to enjoy their gardens. In fact, 42% of UK residents garden as a hobby, spending an average of two hours per week tending to their outdoor spaces.  For pet owners, however, taking care of the garden...
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Dog rescued from fighting gang is ‘gentle giant’ who loves people

A dog who was saved from a life of fighting is continuing to love life in London with his new family after being successfully rehomed. Cane corso Beau was one of several dogs rescued from Lincolnshire in 2017 as part of an RSPCA investigation into dog fighting. He was taken into private...
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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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Santa Paws: Research reveals dogs love Christmas just as much as...

With just two weeks until Christmas, new research has revealed that over a third of the nation’s dog owners (41%) believe their furry friend loves Christmas more than they do. Over a quarter (28%) even believe their pooch recognises Santa Claus. So much so, that various Santa’s Grottos across the...