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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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Poorly kittens thrown out like rubbish at New Year

The RSPCA is appealing for information after a litter of seven kittens were abandoned during the festivities on New Year’s Eve. The litter of six-week old kittens were all suffering from cat flu and were freezing cold after being found in a cat carrier down an alleyway next to some...
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Little dog hopes 2020 will be his year after two years...

A little dog in RSPCA care has big dreams for 2020 and is hoping the New Year will bring him a new home. Four-year old Shih Tzu Tommy has now been in RSPCA care for a total of two years and two months, after spending a year with Cotswolds...
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RSPCA received more than 70 calls an hour over Christmas week

Over the Christmas period, RSPCA staff responded to almost 12,000 calls about more than 7,000 animals in need of help. While the nation was busy tucking into their Christmas dinners and opening presents, more than 200 RSPCA officers were working across England and Wales to rescue animals in need. The RSPCA...
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Adopting a dog? TastyBone share tips to prepare your home before...

More than one in five (21%) dog owners in the UK adopt their new four-legged friend from a rescue centre or animal charity. But, how should you prepare your house before bringing a new pooch home for the first time? Dog chew specialists and rescue dog advocates, TastyBone have compiled a...
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Star of RSPCA festive film finds a new home for Christmas

The Shetland star of the RSCPA’s heart-warming festive film has found her own fairy-tale ending – a new home for Christmas as a therapy pony. Poor Tink was rescued by the RSPCA after being abandoned, up to her tummy in a muddy, wet field. The plucky pony stars as the lonely...
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Rescue dog returns to dogs’ home to spread some ‘Fishmas’ cheer

Cocker Spaniel Riley returned to his former rescue centre to spread some ‘Fishmas’ cheer with Christmas dinner for those still waiting for forever homes. Two-year old Riley was joined by his human companion, the CEP of pet food company, Fish4Dogs, who along with wife Jo, adopted Riley earlier this...
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85% of dogs are treated to a full Christmas dinner with...

According to research released by Royal Canin, some festive favourites that we give our pets could be causing long-term damage to your dog’s health. Royal Canin asked 2,000 UK dog owners about changes in their feeding habits over Christmas, and 85% of owners admitted to feeding their dog a whole...
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Is your pet on Santa’s naughty list?

With 12.5 million pets in the doghouse this Christmas, the most cracking Christmas crimes committed by pets have been revealed. Devouring the Christmas fairy, relieving themselves on the Christmas tree and flashing their ‘lipstick’ in front of unwitting relatives, feature on a list of festive ‘faux-paws’ that British cats and...
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Puppies dumped in crate on cold and frosty morning

Dogs Trust is caring for three French Bulldog puppies after they were found abandoned in a crate in an alleyway. The adorable black pups, who are fifteen weeks old were dumped without food, water or even a blanket to keep them warm. The puppies, named Polar, Arctic and Chilly by the...
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Widower looks forward to Christmas once more thanks to rescue dog

A widower is looking forward to Christmas once more thanks to a rescue dog he adopted from Dogs Trust Shrewsbury. When John Brindley’s wife died four years ago there was a huge gap left in his life. But now thanks to ten-year old rescue dog, Frank, the gap has been...
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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...