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RSPCA commended in two award categories for learning at work programme
The RSPCA has been ‘commended’ by Learning at Work Week 2024 after hosting sessions for staff and volunteers on coaching, wellbeing and inclusivity.
The animal welfare charity came third in two categories: Inspiring a Lifelong Learning Culture Impact Award and the Supporting Business and Organisational Goals Impact Award.
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Only half of all cats receive regular veterinary care
A Royal Canin online survey reveals that 43% of all cats in the UK and Ireland have not seen a vet within the last year and 11% have never been to the vet.
The survey of almost 1,979 cat owners revealed that the main reason owners didn’t take their cat to the vet more...
Keeping pets safe this autumn
PDSA offers pet owners’ advice on how to avoid toxic plants during autumn.
With summer nearly over and autumn just around the corner, the change of seasons can be a brilliant time for you and your pets to enjoy the beautiful scenery as the countryside and parks burst into colour.
It’s...
RSPCA calls for law change as puppy imports more than double...
The RSPCA is calling for a change to the law to stop the importation of puppies from abroad which has soared during lockdown.
The latest figures for July and August, released by the government in response to a parliamentary question, show that numbers of licences issued for the commercial import...
Hug your hound day: Survey reveals which breeds are the most...
The second Sunday in September is Hug Your Hound Day—a whole day dedicated to displaying affection to our dogs.
Now, we’re pretty certain we don’t need a day to tell us to hug our hounds; we do it multiple times a day. But at the same time, we’re very excited...
Dog-friendly facilities boost bookings at newly reopened hotel
Pet-friendly holidays are on the rise after a surge in new pet owners and more people seek to holiday with their dogs, post lockdown.
A 70-bedroom hotel in the heart of Shakespeare country has reopened with premium dog-friendly facilities that have prompted a boost in sales.
The Charlecote Pheasant in Warwickshire...
Buying a puppy on Instagram: The heart-breaking story of Sushi
An animal lover shares her story of buying a puppy from an unscrupulous seller on Instagram to raise awareness to the dangers of buying without due diligence.
Sarah Woods from Liverpool experienced the heartbreak of buying a pet off Instagram after her Pomeranian puppy, Sushi died just three days after...
RSPCA appeals for information after severely injured cat is abandoned in...
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a severely injured cat was found abandoned in a box in Bradford.
The cat was discovered on Tuesday 8 September in Hawes Road, and the member of the public who found the young white and grey cat contacted the RSPCA for help.
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Unwanted kittens left at vets are rescued by Mayhew
Due to coronavirus, restrictions on neutering has been common in many animal welfare organisations resulting in an increasing number of unwanted litters of kittens.
Four-month old siblings, Star, Jester and Jupiter were handed over to a private vet last month, even though the clinic had no capacity to take animals...
RSPCA rescues duck with plastic ring around neck
The RSPCA has issued a litter warning after officers rescued a domestic duck with a plastic ring stuck around its neck.
Animal Collection Officer (ACO) Lauren Bradshaw, ACO Jessica Pierce and Animal Welfare Officer (AWO) Steve Wickham attended to help the duck which was on the canal near Sellers Square...
Dogs Trust Glasgow rehomes long-term lodger during lockdown
One of Dogs Trust Glasgow’s most overlooked pooches has finally found their forever home during lockdown – after spending a year in kennels.
Whilst rehoming was paused temporarily at the start of the coronavirus outbreak, rehoming staff were able to responsibly find their dogs the right homes through a virtual...
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Cat’s leg amputated due to metal wire
A cat who was found in West Yorkshire with metal wire twisted tightly around his paw has had to have his leg amputated.
Keith was taken into a vet by a member of the public who’d found him straying in their garden in Leatham Park Road, Featherstone, on 27 October...
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