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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...
‘Miracle’ kitten trapped down a pipe survives against all odds
The RSPCA rescued a six-week old kitten who was trapped down a six foot vertical pipe in Stafford.
A member of the public contacted the RSPCA on Monday 30 November after they spotted a kitten trapped down a six foot vertical pipe at Moorfield Industrial Estate in Newcastle Road.
The member...
Barking Heads partners with Rushton Dog Rescue to help feed rescue...
Ethical dog food brand, Barking Heads has partnered with Rushton Dog Rescue to provide meals to abandoned and abused dogs this festive season.
Starting from 1st December, Barking Heads will donate one meal to Rushton Dog Rescue every time someone joins their mailing list or places an order on its...
Experts warn of unwanted creepies in your Christmas tree
New research reveals that your Christmas tree is capable of bringing in some unwanted guests into your home including, aphids, spiders, fleas and ticks.
A new report from tails.com has found only one in every 100 fleas ever is seen by a pet owner, so whilst you might say you...
Top tips to have a stress-free Christmas with your pets
With Christmas not too far away, some people are already putting their trees and decorations up to spread some festive cheer during these difficult times.
Pets have helped many of us stay positive during a stressful year and will most definitely be included in the festivities, with some pet parents...
Rescue dog Charlie is on paw patrol
A Springer Spaniel who was handed in to Dogs Trust Leeds has started a new life in law enforcement, having passed his training to be a specialist police dog.
One-year old Charlies owners gave him up when he was five months old after realising they weren’t ready for a dog....
Kitten found ‘nearly dead’ after being abandoned in shoebox
The RSPCA is caring for a young kitten named Lucky who was found in a shoebox and dumped next to a bin on a farm in Kent.
The kitten is now in the care of the RSPCA Canterbury and District branch after she was found by workmen on November 23...
Nation’s dog owners set to spend £162m on pets
Britain’s dog owners are set to spend £162 million on their canine companions this Christmas as a thank you for their support this year.
According to research by Guide Dogs, almost three-quarters of dog owners will be treating their animals during the festive season – spending an average of £21.92...
More than 4,600 animals reported dumped to RSPCA last winter
The RSPCA received more than 4,600 reports of abandoned animals last winter and is worried a surge in pet ownership could lead to more this year.
Last winter, the charity received 4,650 reports of abandoned animals, including 128 horses, 193 rabbits and 1,401 cats. Dogs were the most abandoned pet...
Don’t be tempted by DIY pet treatments, warn Blue Cross
Blue Cross warns against DIY treatments after shaved cat infested with fleas was brought into their care.
Pet charity, Blue Cross is urging owners to contact their vet if their pet needs treatment after a cat came into their care having been shaved in a desperate bid by an owner...
How to puppy-proof your Christmas tree
With a real boom in puppy sales during the Coronavirus pandemic, many new pet parents are asking how to puppy-proof your tree.
As hundreds of families across the country prepare to face their first Christmas with a furry friend by their side, Josh Lyle from Pines and Needles shares his...
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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...
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