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Ban for man who was caught using ‘harsh discipline’ on his...

A man from Greater London who admitted using harsh disciplinary and training methods on his dog has been banned from keeping canines for seven years after a prosecution by the RSPCA. Daniel Kirwan of Rosslyn Crescent, Harrow, pleaded guilty to one offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and appeared...
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‘Gentle giant’ who adores getting muddy is still waiting for his...

A dog who has been described as a ‘joy to be around’ is still waiting for someone special to adopt him after being continually overlooked. Staffordshire bull terrier Bronson, whose favourite pastimes include getting muddy, being fussed and playing with toys, came into rescue after being abandoned as a puppy...
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Guinness hopes St Pawtrick’s Day brings him the luck of the...

A loving and loyal one-year-old Lurcher named after Ireland’s most famous drink is hoping St Pawtrick’s Day brings him the luck of the Irish as he searches for a new home.    Staff at Dogs Trust Cumbria say Guinness is a very sweet young lad who has led a sheltered life to date...
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The seven illegal things you could be doing as a pet...

A leading veterinary charity has named the top seven mistakes pet owners make – which could see them breaking the law.  PDSA vets, together with PDSA Pet Insurance, are reminding pet owners of the importance of keeping up to date with pet laws ahead of the warmer spring weather. From knowing when...
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Vet reveals the vital signs your dog is having a stroke

As dogs get older, their health needs change, and pet parents may see more unfamiliar issues; one such health issue may be strokes.  Natural dog food brand Barking Heads vet Dr Scott Miller shares three vital signs you need to look out for if you suspect your dog is suffering a stroke. What...
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Seeking home sanctuary for Sherbert

One of the most critically neglected ponies, rescued in a shocking Southwest animal welfare case that appalled the presiding Judge, is now looking for a loving new home.  Shetland ‘Sherbert’ was one of 13 equines rescued by The Mare and Foal Sanctuary in a multi-agency operation to recover animals from...
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Crufts announces the nation’s top canine hero: Vesper

Vesper, a heroic search and rescue dog, has been announced as the winner of The Kennel Club Hero Dog Award at Crufts 2024. Four-year-old Vesper, a Belgian Malinois, was a finalist in the Extraordinary Life of a Working Dog category with her owner and handler, Niamh, from Merseyside. Vesper, originally named Venom,...
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New report finds landlords overestimate costs and underestimate financial benefits of...

A new economic report commissioned by animal welfare charity Battersea and led by the University of Huddersfield in collaboration with Sheffield Hallam University and Brunel University reveals clear financial benefits of renting to pet owners and helps dispel myths about pets and assumed damages. This report is the first economic...
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18-year-old cat abandoned in pet carrier at store car park in...

An elderly cat called Simba was found huddled on a blanket in a pet carrier after being abandoned at the age of 18. The unwanted pet was found by a member of the public in the car park of a B&M store in Worthington Way in Wigan and taken to...
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Crufts 2024 Best in Show winner: Viking the Australian Shepherd from...

After four action-packed days, a new Crufts Best in Show winner has been crowned as Viking (Ch Brighttouch Drift The Line Through Dialynne), an Australian Shepherd, who took home the coveted title tonight (Sunday 10 March).  In a packed Resorts World Arena at the Birmingham NEC, Viking, who is three-years-old, and...
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Q&A with Natures Menu

Following on from Crufts at the weekend, the team at Natures Menu answered some of our questions about a RAW diet and how their range can support this. What are the main benefits of feeding dogs a Raw diet? Raw feeding can offer a series of benefits for your dog. Feeding...
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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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Charity helps save life of ‘hero’ retired police dog

A charity helped save the life of a heroic retired police dog when she fell seriously ill and needer emergency life-saving surgery.  Belgian Malinois RPD Fiji, 12, joined Surrey Police as a puppy and spent six years working with the Surrey and Sussex Joint Dog Unit as a general purpose...