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Agria Pet Insurance teams up with Cheshire dog charity for âRescue...
As part of its âRescue a Rescueâ 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 ÂŁ1000 donation and its support...
Preparing dogs for more socialising at home
From 17th May people in England can expect lockdown measures to be eased further, allowing us to have a limited number of guests in the home.
Whilst this will be. welcome milestone in the governmentâs roadmap out of lockdown, Dogs Trust is urging dog owners to prepare their pets ahead...
Duo banned from keeping animals after treatment of Staffs horses
A Crewe man and Newcastle-under-Lyme woman have been banned from keeping animals for a combined nine years following their mistreatment of horses in Staffordshire.
William Braddock of McNeil Avenue in Crewe and Tina Price of Cemetery Road, Newcastle-under-Lyme both pleaded guilty to Animal Welfare Act offences in relation to horses...
Animals to be formally recognised as sentient beings in domestic law
Vertebrate animals will be recognised as sentient beings for the first time in UK law thanks to the introduction of the Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill, introduced in Parliament this week.
The legislation will also ensure that animal sentience is taken into account when developing policy across Government through the creation...
RSPCA branch in Rhyl sees surge in animals in need during...
A North-Wales based RSPCA branch saw a 27% increase of animals it helped last year during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The RSPCAâs Clwyd and Colwyn Branch, which runs a Rhyl-based clinic on Vaughan Street, received more than 28,000 calls for assistance during 2020. They delivered frontline support to 3,464 animals, an...
RSPCA looking for homes for 136 mice rescued from the same...
The RSPCA was called to a house in Atherstone, Warwickshire on Sunday 18 April after concerns were raised about the mice being kept in poor conditions.
The rodents are Natal Multimammate mice, which are known for being prolific breeders and can have large litters. Unfortunately, none of the mice were...
Seven ways to prevent pet theft
With the number of pet thefts on the rise, owners have been offered help and advice on how to protect their furry friends.
The penny-pinching team at NetVoucherCodes.co.uk have collated the best tips on how to protect much-loved pets from theft, as the number of crimes has come to an...
Burgess Pet Care re-launch sensitive dog food range
Burgess Pet Care has invested in the relaunch of its successful Burgess Sensitive range of complete dry dog food with a new line tailored specifically for dogs aged seven and over.
Nicole Fallon, Senior Brand Manager at Burgess Pet Care said: âBurgess Sensitive has been completely redesigned to give the...
âOverdueâ electric shock collar ban welcomed by The Kennel Club
The UKâs biggest organisation dedicated to the health and welfare of dogs has welcomed the governmentâs newly announced Action Plan for Animal Welfare.
The first of its kind, the flagship plan aims to ensure the UK is leading the way in animal welfare and includes a ban on the use...
RSPCA welcomes Government Action Plan for Animals
The RSPCA has welcomed the governmentâs Action Plan for Animal Welfare and urged them to âhave courageâ in delivering it.
An unprecedented coalition of 50 animal welfare charities called for the UK government to take a âonce in a generation opportunityâ to redefine our relationship with animals through a new...
Most frequently asked cat and kitten questions answered ahead of kitten...
As a new litter season comes around once again, Veterinary experts at Natures Menu have compiled a best practice guide to feeding your beloved kittens and cats.
Melanie Sainsbury, Natures Menuâs in-house veterinary nurse, answers the most commonly asked questions regarding feeding feline friends of all ages.
How do kittensâ nutritional...
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RSPCA commended in two award categories for learning at work programme
The RSPCA has been âcommendedâ 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...
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