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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...
A Shih Tzu finds his forever home after waiting almost a...
A diabetic Shih Tzu from Dogs Trust Shoreham has finally found his forever home in Guildford after finding fame in the local media to help find his ‘pawfect match’.
Dogs Trust Shoreham appealed for a new home for six-year old Alfie earlier this year, after he had been waiting...
Warning to owners after cat suffers horrific injury during clap for...
Pet owners are being warned to be extra vigilant during Thursday’s clap for the NHS after a terrified cat suffered a horrific tail injury while hiding in a reclining sofa.
Much-loved, family pet, Max was cowering inside the sofa after fleeing when he was startled by fireworks being set off...
RSPCA receives 40 abandonment reports a day during coronavirus lockdown
The RSPCA has received more than 1,600 reports of abandoned animals across England & Wales since lockdown began – that’s 40 a day.
The charity has released the figures as part of its emergency appeal, launched to keep its rescue teams out on the road during the Coronavirus crisis and...
Top tips for separation anxiety when COVID-19 lockdown ends
With the UK in lockdown, some pets will be enjoying the extra company at home. However, as lockdown restrictions start to ease and people return to their normal routines, pets may develop separation anxiety.
If pets have become used to you being around 24/7 anxiety might occur when they are...
Golden oldie dog rehomed just before lockdown is loving life in...
A 12-year old Shar-Pei cross who came into RSPCA care underweight with scars on his face is loving life after being rehomed just before the UK went into lockdown.
Wallace went into RSPCA care in Chobham, Surrey in September last year and was very underweight and was suffering from...
Naturally nutritious pet food brand to launch nationwide into Sainsbury’s stores
Scrumbles, the eco-friendly pet brand that blends responsibly sourced, natural ingredients with gut-friendly probiotics is launching its protein-packed dry cat food into Sainsbury’s stores nationwide.
Available from 10th May, the two purrfected flavours of Chicken and Chicken and Salmon focus on delivering optimal nutrition with high levels of animal...
Kennel Club online dog show brings paw-sitivity to lockdown and attracts...
The Kennel Club online dog show, launched in April to bring joy during lockdown and celebrate all of the four-legged friends helping owners through difficult times, has finished its third and final week.
Attracting more than 39,000 entries over the three-week extra extravaganza, the show was open to all dog...
RSPCA’s 2.6 challenge raises much-needed funds for animals in need
The RSPCA has raised £20,000 so far thanks to generous supporters who have taken part in the 2.6 challenge.
The week-long challenge kicked off on Sunday 26 April, when the London Marathon would have held its 40th annual even and asked participants to do a challenge around the number...
Dogs Trust donates vital medical equipment to NHS during coronavirus crisis
Dogs Trust is helping to support the national effort in the fight against coronavirus by donating vital medical equipment to the NHS.
The charity’s rehoming centres rallied together in support of our incredible health service – with Dogs Trust Loughborough donating 120 surgical gowns to nearby Lings Bar Hospital (pictured).
Meanwhile....
Five ways to exercise your dog at home during lockdown
Following the lockdown announcement, Google searches for ‘dog exercise’ spiked by a huge 809%, increasing again recently as the extension was announced.
Those lucky enough to have a garden are turning their outdoor space into exercise. However, with almost a third of people in the UK owning a dog, how...
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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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