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Agria Pet Insurance teams up with Cheshire dog charity for ‘Rescue...

As part of its ‘Rescue a Rescue’ campaign, Agria has partnered with 11 animal charities and rescue centres across the UK to raise awareness of animals in need of forever homes. One lucky Runcorn-based charity, Cheshire Sighthound Rescue, has been chosen by Agria to receive a £1000 donation and its support...
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Dog rescued from ‘intimidation and abuse’ is now so happy he...

A dog who was rescued from ‘intimidation and abuse’ by the RSPCA is now so happy that he had to have his tail amputated after injuring it while wagging it with happiness too hard! Ten-year-old bull mastiff Benny was rescued by RSPCA inspector Anthony Joynes and his story featured on...
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RSPCA behaviourist team receives funding boost to help lockdown dogs

The RSPCA’s team of behaviourists has received a generous donation from petcare company Purina which will help provide 101 dogs with behavioural support. The donation will help the behaviourist team at the RSPCA provide extra support for those dogs who need it the most. Even before the pandemic, behaviour problems were...
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The ‘Agria CatWalk’ raises £13,000 for cats in need

Thanks to the involvement of thousands of cats and their owners this May, Agria Pet Insurance has donated £13,000 to UK animal rescues. Almost 7,000 cats, and over 23,000 cat ‘parents’ and cat-lovers, joined a month-long celebration of all cats via the “Agria CatWalk” competition. The Agria CatWalk was created to...
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Spring cleaning carpets and rugs has never been easier

BISSELLÂź introduce its new PowerClean, which is great for cleaning up muddy paws, to its extensive range of floor cleaners. This spring get down, and not dirty with your carpets and rugs. Deep cleaning is hygenic not just on the surface, but also into the deapths of the carpet fibres...
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YuMOVE teams up with Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen to create the ‘World’s Best...

Pet supplement brand, YuMOVE  have teamed up with interior design guru and national treasure, Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen to create the ‘World’s Best Dog House’. Dog ownership has skyrocketed from 9 million to 12 million across Great Britain. The ‘World’s Best Dog House’, which launches today, has been created to encourage all...
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RSPCA calls on animal lovers to sign-up for the Great North...

The RSPCA is calling on animal lovers to don their trainers and take part in the Great North Run for Team Animal this September. The charity still has places left for the popular half marathon in Newcastle. Kimberley Nunn, from Leeds, is taking part in the race on September 12 after...
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Surprise arrival of Solar the foal at sanctuary

Staff at the Mare and Foal Sanctuary had a welcome surprise upon their arrival to work this week when rescue pony Sandy unexpectedly gave birth to a healthy colt foal. Named Solar, the foal is the first to be born during 2021 at the equine welfare charity based in Newton...
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Dumped cat sees fate intervene when her finders fall in love...

A couple who found an abandoned cat on their morning walk fell in love her and with the help of Mayhew we're able to offer her a new home. Otto and her husband came across a young feline trapped inside a litter box on their morning walk and noticed that...
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RSPCA delight as ban on ‘cruel’ glue traps is step closer

Proposals to bring in a ban on the use of glue traps have been welcomed by the RSPCA as they reveal they have been called to hundreds of incidents involving the sticky traps over the last five years.  This week a Private Member’s Bill was introduced calling for a...
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Wellness garden created at Dogs Trust Shoreham Rehoming Centre

Staff and volunteers at Dogs Trust Shoreham have joined together to create cool, calming spaces to enjoy with the dogs now summer has arrived. Led by Maintenance Operative Ryan Hawkins (pictured above with Banjo), the team are creating a “Wellness Garden” and shelters where staff and their four-legged friends can...
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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 it’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 – 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, it’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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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. Learning at Work Week takes place...