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Dog found wandering alone in woods is searching for fresh start

A dog who was found wandering alone in the woods after being abandoned and hit by a car is hoping for a fresh start. Two-year-old crossbreed Raza is finding life in kennels really difficult so RSPCA staff are appealing to find her a loving new home urgently. Raza was taken in by RSPCA Finsbury Park Animal...
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Novelty Royal accessories from Teddy Maximus

The whole of the UK descended into Royal baby mania this week when got to see the newest member of the Royal family. To celebrate Royal baby mania, luxury accessories brand, Teddy Maximus has revealed two limited edition royal dog bow ties. The Meghan Princess Bow Tie in Duck Egg, and...
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Seven guinea pigs dumped in fly-tipping hotspot

The RSPCA is appealing for information after seven young guinea pigs were dumped in a ‘fly tipping’ hotspot. The animal welfare charity, which is now caring for the guinea pigs is appealing for information after the small furries were abandoned in Osterley Land, Southall on Friday April 26. They were found...
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Vets warn about increased spread of fatal disease putting dogs at...

Vets are issuing a warning to dog owners as a potentially fatal dog disease has now spread throughout the UK. Lungworm was originally believed to be limited to southern regions, but research has revealed the parasite’s presence in northern areas of England, and even Scotland, which were not previously considered...
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PDSA help your pet stay happy and healthy

In their latest Pet Care Column, The PDSA offer advice on how to maintain your pet’s mental health. For humans, mental health is something that we are able to help boost with regular exercise and a good balanced diet. This can also be the case for our pets, who can...
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The ultimate festival for dogs kicks off this weekend

The ultimate festival for dogs - DogFest kicks off this weekend in Hertfordshire with a raft of fantastic new features. Kicking off at Knebworth House in Hertfordshire this weekend, DogFest will be hosting lots of new doggy activities and stars for owners and their four-legged friends. Guinness World Records Editor-in-Chief Craig...
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Fish4Dogs leads the way on dog-friendly workplaces

Fish4Dogs is supporting other workplaces in how to become dog-friendly with a free downloadable guide. The premium pet food company – which has one canine colleague to every four of its human workers – is a keen supporter of ‘Bring Your Dog to Work Day’ (21 June) and has between...
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Dogs Trust Shrewsbury reaches rehoming milestone

Dogs Trust Shrewsbury has found forever homes for 300 dogs in the first four months of the year. The figure is more than the rehoming centre, happily rehomed in the same period since 2012. Dogs of all shapes, sizes and ages have headed off to homes across the region and beyond...
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Rescue dog is struggling to find a home due to unusual...

The RSPCA is caring for an old, blind dog who is struggling to find a home because people think she is ugly. Hairless Chinese crested Morrissa is 13 years old and arrived at the RSPCA’s Danaher Animal Home in Essex, in April having been rescued by inspectors from a multi-animal...
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Emaciated bulldog found wandering streets looking for new home

An emaciated English Bulldog found wandering the street of Morley is hoping a new home is just around the corner. The three-year old, named Esme by the team who at Dogs Trust Leeds, weighed just 11 kilogrammes when she was found last month, half of the weight she should be....
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More than 10 newborn kittens cared for by RSPCA centre

An RSPCA animal centre in Surrey has already been inundated with orphaned kittens as kitten season begins. Kitten season usually runs from May to September and is the time of year when most kittens are born and already, RSPCA Millbrook in Chobham, Surrey has been caring for 11 tiny kittens. Eight...
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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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Young cats abandoned zipped up in bag

The RSPCA is caring for two young cats and appealing for information after they were abandoned on the outskirts of Leeds. A woman was walking her dog in the woods off Moor Knoll Lane, East Ardsley, on Tuesday afternoon (October 29) when she spotted a gym bag and thought it...