The Kennel Club and broadcaster Kay Burley have revealed the five finalists shortlisted for the prestigious Kennel Club Hero Dog Award, urging the public to vote for the four-legged friend they want to see crowned as the UK’s most heroic dog at Crufts 2023. A Springer Spaniel who has spent hundreds of...

An ex-racing Greyhound has finally found a home of his own and a sofa to snooze on thanks to Dogs Trust Merseyside and its team of volunteer foster carers.  Jack, now aged six, arrived at Dogs Trust Merseyside in August 2021 leaving his racing days behind him. Sadly, when it came...

A young cat was happy to be reunited with his owner after being rescued from his captivity on a high perch in Greater Manchester. Animal rescue officer David Cottingham and fire officers from Greater Manchester Fire Rescue Service came to the aid of the stricken moggy, called Sparky, who was...

New research has revealed that 'dog-friendly cafes' has seen a considerable jump in Google searches over the past 30 days, seeing a huge 2,400% increase in people wanting to take their four-legged friends out for a coffee or a dog-friendly meal.  1. Paws For Coffee - 41 High St, Hampton Hill, Hampton...

The RSPCA is backing a breeding amnesty aimed at tackling the surge in rabbits being abandoned while rescue centres are at bursting point. The Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund (RWA&F) is calling for breeders to suspend their activities temporarily in order to reduce the numbers of unwanted rabbits left needing...

While some cats may be happy to keep themselves entertained, others may need a bit more stimulation to keep their minds active and prevent them from becoming bored. According to feline welfare charity Cats Protection, indoor cats, and cats who spend more time indoors during the colder winter months, can...

A New Mills rescue dog is taking to the hills in a bid to raise thousands of pounds for four-legged friends less fortunate than himself.  After being found wandering the streets alone last April, two-year-old Collie Cross Toby was taken in by Dogs Trust - the UK’s largest dog welfare...

Good dental hygiene is not just for humans, it’s important for our pets too. In fact, our pet’s mouth is the gateway to their body and good dental hygiene is vital for their overall physical wellbeing. Pets can easily hide symptoms of infections and discomfort when it comes to gums...

With Shrove Tuesday nearly upon us (Tuesday 21st February), it’s time to whip up some batter, flip up a feast and tuck into an obscene amount of pancakes. Now your four-legged friend can join in on the fun with this tasty dog-friendly recipe, that even you can eat!  Quite possibly one of...

The Welsh Government is to launch a consultation on phasing out greyhound racing in Wales, in a “huge moment” for dog welfare. Today (15 February), the Minister for Rural Affairs, who is responsible for animal welfare in Wales, confirmed to Senedd members that she has now responded to a recent...