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Scars show Scooter’s tough past – but he’s sweet, shy dog...
The scars across Scooter’s nose and face tell the story of his difficult past - but he’s a sweet and shy dog who is ready for a fresh start, and a new best friend.
Lurcher cross Scooter arrived at the RSPCA’s Ashley Heath Animal Centre, in Dorset, last year, after being rescued by...
Keep paws off Easter treats
Price comparison website, MoneySuperMarket is urging pet owners to take caution and avoid letting their furry friends indulge in chocolate eggs this weekend.
Since the start of the global pandemic, Brits have welcomed an additional 3.2 million pets into their homes according to the Pet Food Manufacturers Association (PFMA).
With many...
Animal charity creates free resource for primary schools
International Aid for the Protection and Welfare of Animals (IAPWA) has released a free activity pack for primary schools.
The activity packa ims to educate children on topics of animal welfare. Animal Stories provides a step-by-step guide to creating a classroom performance that represents the journey of a rescue dog...
Crufts 2021 is cancelled
The Kennel Club has announced with deep regret that they have decided to cancel Crufts 2021, which was due to take place from 15 – 18 July.
This is owing to ongoing uncertainty due to the Covid-19 pandemic and in consideration for the health and safety of all its volunteers,...
Eggs-pert advice on how to have a dog-friendly Easter
With the bank holiday Easter weekend fast approaching, Dogs Trust is reminding owners to keep chocolate out of reach of our four-legged friends.
As Easter eggs and other tasty cocoa treats find their way into homes, the charity hopes to raise awareness of the continued rise that the consumption of...
Almost two-thirds of lockdown puppy owners have struggled with their new...
Almost two thirds (62%) of people welcoming a ‘lockdown puppy’ have struggled to look after them over the past year, a survey by Agria Pet Insurance has found.
Issues with behaviour, social problems - such as fear and separation, the impact on family life and the impact on the working...
Soap star takes on marathon mission for PDSA
Former Hollyoaks actress, Gemma Merna is taking on her first ever marathon mission as she sets her sights on completing the London Marathon in October for vet charity PDSA.
Animal lover Gemma is planning to take on a virtual half marathon this April as part of her training and fundraising...
Elderly ‘snuggle-bug’ Seamus longs for someone to share the sofa with
As thousands of dogs have been snapped up during lockdown, poor Seamus has been overlooked time and time again.
The 10-year old Lurcher cross loves nothing more than snuggling up on the sofa – but he doesn’t have anyone to cuddle up to.
Staff at RSPCA Ashley Health Animal Centre, in...
Battersea preparing pandemic pets for life after lockdown
A year after lockdown began in the UK, many of us are looking forward to spending more time outside our homes as restrictions begin to ease.
However, the thousands of pandemic puppies bought over the past 12 months, used to having their owners around all the time could struggle.
To help...
Over a third of dog owners admit their pooch is overweight,...
A new study from Natural Instinct reveals that nearly half of dog owners have overindulged their pooches since the start of the pandemic.
Increased time at home has led to giving dogs extra treats, with 44% of respondents revealing they have fed their dog more treats every week, and 14%...
Appeal for funds to pay for double leg surgery for ‘gentle’...
A dog who was rescued by the RSPCA when her owner couldn’t take care of her needs major surgery on both back legs to help her work properly.
Eight-year-old American bulldog Marley arrived at the charity’s Crewe, Nantwich & District branch in February after being signed over into their...
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Brits want dog-friendly workplaces – here’s how to make sure your...
With January marking the peak season for job hunting, new research from Rover.com, the world’s largest online marketplace for loving pet care, has today revealed that more than a third (37%) of dog owners would refuse a job if it meant they couldn’t bring their pooch into the office.
The findings...
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