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Young cats abandoned zipped up in bag

The RSPCA is caring for two young cats and appealing for information after they were abandoned on the outskirts of Leeds. A woman was walking her dog in the woods off Moor Knoll Lane, East Ardsley, on Tuesday afternoon (October 29) when she spotted a gym bag and thought it...
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ā€˜Remarkableā€™ transformation of homeless Bengal cat who has defied the odds...

A heavily pregnant Bengal cat who was found in Greater Manchester with serious injuries has been nursed back to health after nearly a year in the care of the RSPCA - and now all she needs is a forever home. The young cat was taken to a local veterinary practice...
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Pet stores show support for local animal charities

A specialist pet retailer is building on the success of its charity scheme by rolling it out for a second year. All eight WCF Pet & Equestrian stores across Cumbria, Lancashire, North Yorkshire and south-west Scotland are taking part in the scheme, with each store raising money for an animal...
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Overweight cats have a lot of love to giveĀ 

The RSPCA is appealing to find a special home for two overweight cats who were abandoned in pet carriers in an Aylesbury car park. Five-year-oldĀ Dragonfly, a black and white female cat, was abandoned in July at The Gatehouse offices car park in Aylesbury along with her friend Butterfly. AĀ woman was...
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Thin terrier dog abandoned in crate at Maidstone

The RSPCA is appealing for information after an emaciated terrier dog was found left in a crate at Maidstone. The female Patterdale terrier was discovered by a member of the public who took her to a local vets on the afternoon of Sunday, August 18. RSPCA Inspector Kirsten Ormerod, who is...
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Pets no longer an easy target for criminal profiteers, thanks to...

Pets will no longer be an easy target for criminal profiteers following the introduction of the Pet Abduction Act, according to a leading UK animal charity. Cats Protection says the new law ā€“ which comes into force on 24 August ā€“ will for the first time recognise pet theft as...
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Dogs Trust Merseyside celebrates its 25thĀ birthdayĀ Ā 

Dogs Trust Merseyside is celebrating 25 years of helping dogs find their forever families across the region and beyond. Since opening its doors in August 1999, the Huyton-based rehoming centre has seen dogs head off to more than 15,500 loving homes and Georgina Lowery, Manager at the centre, has been...
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Revolutionary new Fresh cat food brand, Marro, launches in the UK

Today marks the exciting launch of Marro, a brand new Fresh cat food company dedicated to delivering Fresh, tasty, meaty meals directly to your door. With more than half (57%) of UK cat owners saying they are unhappy with their current cat food, Marro is setting out to change the...
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Orchestra of cats looking for their forever homes in Kent

The RSPCA Canterbury and District branch is currently caring for three cats who were rescued from a multi-cat household and have been named afterĀ instruments. Trumpet, Harp and Cello are hoping to tug on the heart strings of any potential adopters as theyā€™ve waited more than three months to find their...
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Can moving house affect your dog?

August is the most popular month for people to move house in the UK.Ā  With the help of Pooch & Muttā€™sĀ Resident Vet Dr. Linda Simon, weā€™ve brought you all the expert tips, tricks, checklists and advice youā€™ll need to prepare your dog for moving day - and what to expect...
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The Wonderful World of Treats: a new brand experience from Pet...

Pet Trade Innovation proudly launches The Wonderful World of Treats. Itā€™s a brand experience, which is about being accessible, inclusive, sustainable and transparent.Ā  As the first UK treat manufacturer to use biodegradable, plastic free packaging, it strives to be carbon neutral. The brand also prides itself on its high quality ā€˜species...
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Shine a red light on wellness all year round

Harnessing the power of light energy to promote wellness may not be new, but itā€™s experiencing a resurgence, not only in practice, but as...

PDSA – Why pets eat the strangest things

From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers ā€“ our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What...

Top tips for pet owners during summer

During summer months we love nothing more than spending our time outdoors with pets. With warmer weather and longer days, itā€™s the best time to...

Vet shares symptoms of condition dogs can pass to humans

With approximately 13.5 million dogs as pets in the UK, many pet owners may not know of some conditions that their dog can pass to them...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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Howling hounds and creepy cats: Pet experts debunk spooky superstitions this...

As autumn nights grow longer and Halloween draws nearer, pet experts are shedding light on some of the most persistent superstitions about our furry companions.  TrustedHousesitters, the UK's leading pet-sitting platform, has gathered insights to separate fact from fiction in the animal world, addressing common beliefs about pets that often...