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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...
Cats Protection launch campaign for men to show their affinity with...
New findings show that men who like dogs are still seen as more masculine than those who like cats.
The findings came from a Cats Protection survey that asked 2,000 men to assign attributes to a man in two photos – one with a cat and one with a dog.
The...
PDSA offers first aid advice to pet owners
PDSA offer pet first aid advice to owners to help stabilise a pet in an emergency situation.
Despite out best efforts to protect our pets, accidents can and do happen. In serious cases, knowing what to do in an emergency can be the difference between life and death.
Vet charity, PDSA...
Could you offer this pet a purr-fect retirement home?
A tabby and white cat is looking for a retirement home after her owner sadly passed away.
Crystal’s owner had registered her for the RSPCA’s Home for Life scheme, which means that if an owner passes away, the charity will care for and try to find a loving new home...
Pawsome time at ‘Bark Off’ event
Fish4Dogs hosted a special afternoon tea to help launch the Great Birmingham Bark Off event.
The afternoon tea event in aid of Birmingham Dogs Home raised £120 and showcased an array of tasty bakes for humans and their four-legged friends.
Birmingham Dogs Home is encouraging supporters to stage their own...
Dogs Trust Manchester rehomes its 4,000th pooch
Dogs Trust Manchester is celebrating finding its 4,000th rescue dog its forever home.
Two-year old Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Butch was being cared for at the Denton-based rehoming centre having been found wandering the streets of Stockport.
Butch has now taken the accolade of being the 4,000th dogs to be adopted,...
Bella & Duke is spearheading the raw dog food revolution
A raw pet food brand is now shipping more than 140,000 meals every week to UK dog owners.
Bella & Duke was set up less than two years ago by two friends after three of their four dogs developed cancer.
Dried dog food, or kibble, has grown in popularity over...
Lucy’s Law: Puppy farm ban set to come into force next...
New legislation to end puppy and kitten farming will be laid in Parliament today, the Environment Secretary Michael Gove has announced.
Known as ‘Lucy’s Law’, it will mean that puppies and kitten can no longer be sold by a third-party seller – such as a pet shop or commercial dealer...
Data reveals breed of dog more susceptible to illness
New data suggests French Bulldogs are more susceptible to illness whilst claims paid out on sausage dogs are priciest.
Yorkshire-based pet insurer, The Insurance Emporium has revealed the top ten reasons for dog insurance claims to be paid out by the company during 2018.
French Bulldogs were behind 20% of all...
Long termer Lenny still looking for a home after three years
Dogs Trust Salisbury is launching a fresh appeal for a home for a Jack Russell who has been with them for three years.
Despite the best efforts of the rehoming team at the Newton Tony-based rehoming centre, ten-year old Lenny will mark his third year in kennels on May 27.
The...
Explore the outdoors for National Walking Month
May is National Walking Month and Argos Pet Insurance think it’s the perfect chance to spend quality time with your dog.
Whether it’s travelling your usual route or having an adventure, getting outdoors is great for you and your pooch, Argos Pet Insurance shares its top tips for how pet...
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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...
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