New research shows that one in three Brits now choose a pet based on their ‘carbon footprint’. More than half of UK adults own at least one animal and 34% were influenced by environment concerns when choosing their companion. Smaller rodents were the most popular environmental choice with 89& of mouse...

A seven-year old cat who was underweight and suffering from severe cat flu when he was rescued as now landed on his paws in the purrfect home. David, a LaPerm cat, was rescued by the RSPCA in February from Kettering in Northamptonshire after being spotted looking worse for wear by...

Vets, charities and animal-loving celebrities have joined forces with a government campaign to warn prospective pet owners against unknowingly buying puppies, kittens, cats and dogs from unscrupulous sellers amid a rise in demand for pets since lockdown. An open letter signed by celebrities including Kirsty Gallacher, Paul O’Grady, Amanda Holden...

A rescue cay who was choking and gasping for breath turned out to have a 20cm blade of grass wedged solid in her throat. The surprise diagnosis came after the cat – named Willow – underwent an online consultation with vets at Vets Now before being rushed to the pet...

New data from pet insurance provider Bought By Many reveals that during the pandemic, insurance policies for cats grew by 205% year-on-year, 13% more than dogs. The residents of Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire are turning into feline fanatics as the town has seen the popularity of cats increase by more than...

Vet charity, PDSA shares their top dog-friendly walks in England, perfect for the summer As lockdown rules slowly ease and the summer holiday period is here, now might be a good time to explore the great outdoors with your dog. Walking helps to keep your dog healthy and happy and gives...

A former Battersea dog has been busy throughout lockdown helping to head-rear a tiny kitten who had been left homeless. Duke, 10 arrived at Battersea in 2016 when he was found as a stray in Guildford. The unusual-looking Beagle cross soon caught the eye of Laura Cushway, Battersea’s Animal Partnerships...

A recent survey by Rosewood Pet Products revealed that more than half of Brits preferred the company of their four-legged friends than their partner. Reasons for this included ‘They don’t answer back or mess the house up!’, ‘my dog is less opinionated’ and ‘I can talk as much or as...

A team of three animal lovers have pledged to run, cycle, horse ride and walk 150km each in just 15 days to raise money for the RSPCA. Claudia Corner, equine operations manager at the RSPCA, Inspector Suzanna Smith, and Charlotte Neary, the equine yard supervisor at RSPCA Millbrook Animal Centre...

RSPCA Bath Cats and Dogs Home is appealing for a loving new home for gentle giant Odin. The Eleven-month old St Bernard weighs more than 62kh – the same as a cougar- and stands at 1m tall, towing over his friends. Despite his size and stature, he’s a very shy boy...