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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...
Kitten rescued after falling of South Yorkshire pub roof
A kitten had to be rescued by the RSPCA after falling off a Rotherham pub roof and became trapped between two buildings.
The little black and white kitten was discovered after pub staff heard frightened meowing coming from a dark, narrow gap down the side of the Mail Coach pub...
Two UK organisations shortlisted for Purina BetterWithPets prize
Two UK organisations have been shortlisted for the £75,000 Purina BetterWithPets Prize.
Medical Detection Dogs and Canine Hope are among a shortlist of five finalists who have a chance to win a prize of £75,000 – designed to support and accelerate innovative initiatives that harness the positive power of the...
Three is the magic number for doggy trio
A doggy trio prove that three really is the magic number as they help each other in different ways, from guiding their blind best friend to helping with the confidence of a fearful pup.
Storm, a four-year old Collie Cross, Ellie a three-year old Whippet Cross and Jetstream a one-year...
Dogs Trust teach kids how to stay safe around dogs
Hundreds of kids up and down the UK are set to learn how to stay safe around dogs during the second annual ‘Be Dog Smart Week’.
Dogs Trust will be delivering dog safety workshops to children across the UK during Be Dog Smart awareness week (11- 17 June).
During the course...
Experts predict an explosion of flea activity this summer
Experts warn of a summer explosion of flea activity in homes following the recent hot weather and thunderstorms.
The British Pest Control Association predict an explosion of flea activity as recent weather conditions are said to create the perfect bedding conditions and are stressing the importance of treating homes and...
RSPCA received two calls per hour about dogs in hot cars...
Despite warning to owners about leaving pets in hot cars, the RSPCA received more than 300 calls last week during the mini heatwave in England and Wales.
The animal welfare charity received 317 reports of animals in hot environments, the majority of which were dogs that had been left in...
Mastiff who saved owner from depression wins prestigious Blue Cross award
National pet charity, Blue Cross has awarded its prestigious Blue Cross Medal to an outstanding mastiff called Lemmy.
Judges awarded Lemmy the prestigious award after hearing the heart-warming nomination story about how he saved his young owners from serious depression and suicide.
In their search for an ‘everyday hero’, the charity...
Brits kit their homes out to accommodate their pampered pets
A survey has revealed that on average British pet owners spend £286 furnishing their home for the pets.
New research by interiors retailer, Furniture123.co.uk revealed that UK pet owners are kitting out their homes to accommodate their four-legged companions.
The survey of 1,103 UK pet owners comes following recent reports that,...
RSPCA highlights plight of unwanted rabbits
As part of Rabbit Awareness Week, animal welfare charity, the RSPCA is raising awareness of the responsibility of caring for rabbits.
The RSPCA has joined forces with Burgess Pet Care and other animal welfare charities, such as PDSA, RWAF, Blue Cross and Wood Green, The Animals Charity, to support Rabbit...
Survey shows mental health affects one third of pets in UK
A recent survey has reveled that one third of the UK’s pets suffer from a mental health issue.
The survey by Telford-based pet products and manufacturer, Rosewood Pet Products found that anxiety, stress and depression is also affecting our pets, with cats and dogs being the most likely pets affected.
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Howling hounds and creepy cats: Pet experts debunk spooky superstitions this...
As autumn nights grow longer and Halloween draws nearer, pet experts are shedding light on some of the most persistent superstitions about our furry companions.
TrustedHousesitters, the UK's leading pet-sitting platform, has gathered insights to separate fact from fiction in the animal world, addressing common beliefs about pets that often...
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