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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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RSPCA appeal after mum and kittens dumped at Guildford bus stop

A mother cat and her three kittens have been abandoned inside a dirty cat carrier at a bus stop in Surrey, prompting the RSPCA to ask the public for help. The family of cats were found by a kind passerby at the bus stop in Chilworth Road, Guildford, on Monday,...
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Vets warn owners to avoid these Valentine’s flowers!

Vets nationwide warn pet parents of the potential dangers hidden in romantic bouquets this Valentine’s Day. While flowers such as roses, lilies, and tulips are renowned for expressing love and affection, some can also lead to potentially fatal health complications if ingested by cats or dogs. TrustedHousesitters has worked with vets...
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Study finds pets playing matchmaker for one third of owners

As Valentine’s Day approaches and many people prepare for a day filled with love, some singletons may wonder how to meet someone new. Dogs may be known for being man’s best friend, but they’re also statistically proven to improve their owner's social life. Perhaps even leading to a paw-fect match,...
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Valentine’s Day dash to vets after Welsh puppy eats tray of...

Dog owner Shannon Morgan devised an ingenious way of hiding her Valentine’s Day chocolates from her mischievous Cockapoo puppy called Belle. Shannon slid the large Nestle Dairy Box under her sofa into a place she knew that 11-month-old Belle couldn’t get access. There was only one problem: adorable Belle was one step...
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The Unlovables: Show a long-stay dog some love this Valentine’s Day

As we hold our special ones - and beloved pets - close this Valentine’s Day, there are some pooches who are feeling unlucky in love. Sadly, some of the RSPCA’s gorgeous residents have been waiting many years to meet their true love. But now, the charity - which celebrates its...
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Half of UK singletons would ditch a date if their Dog...

Half of UK singletons would ditch a date if their prized pooch turned their nose up at them, according to new research commissioned by healthy pet food company Burns Pet Nutrition. And, more than two-thirds (69%) of single women believe their dog is a good judge of character – able...
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Expert tips for making pup-friendly pancakes

Pancakes are a tasty treat, and your family is no doubt looking forward to celebrating Pancake Day with some delicious pancake creations. There's no reason the whole family can't get involved with the celebrations either, including your pets. Your furry friends don’t need to be left out. By making a...
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Are you guinea be an owner? RSPCA seeks homes for dozens...

An RSPCA animal centre is appealing for help to rehome nearly 100 adorable guinea pigs. Staff and volunteers at the charity’s Leybourne Animal Centre have been caring for the small pets for the last three months. Earlier plans to find new homes for them had to be put on hold...
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Heartbroken cats have been waiting 124 days to find love

The RSPCA is looking to find a special home for two cats with heart conditions - who are heartbroken they haven’t been rehomed together yet after spending four months in rescue. Three-year-old black and white cats, Domino and Arlo, came into the care of the RSPCA Hants & Surrey Border...
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Three-legged rescue dog finds ‘paw-fect’ match in time for Valentine’s Day

It was a case of love at first sight when dog-lover Clare Allan spotted a Staffordshire Bull Terrier on the Dogs Trust website. Clare immediately felt two-year-old Ruby, who was being cared for at Dogs Trust Merseyside, could be her ideal canine companion but she became even more certain of...
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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...