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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...
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Has lockdown transformed the realities of pet ownership?

Barry Rubery, Co-Founder of kasperandkitty.com shed light on how pet parents are supporting their dog's wellbeing during and following lockdown. Lockdown completely transformed our lives; exercise regimes were thrown in the air, anxieties soared and supermarket shopping became more challenging than ever. No longer could we walk our dogs in...
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Dogs Trust Snetterton appeal for ‘together forever’ home for trio of...

Dogs Trust Snetterton has launched an appeal to find a very special home with room for three senior German Spitz dogs. This is a rare opportunity for lovers of the breed, as in the last five years (since January 2015) the centre has only seen two other German Spitz dogs...
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UK faces ‘pet poverty’ crisis, warns vet charity PDSA

The UK is facing crisis levels of ‘pet poverty’, according to figures released by PDSA, the vet charity for pets in need. The charity – which provides free and low-cost vet care for those who struggle to pay treatment costs for their sick and injured pets – said the financial...
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New podcast launches as troublesome teenage pups affect 1 in 3...

A new podcast has launched to support dog owners after a recent survey found that nearly a third of dog owners feel they need more guidance when it comes to managing their dog’s behaviour. Hosted by Melanie Sainsbury, Veterinary Education Manager at Natures Menu, ‘The Pupcast’ will help puppy owners...
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Two senior dogs get second chance at happiness

A pair of elderly dogs whose owner sadly passed away, have been given a second chance at happiness, thanks to Dogs Trust Salisbury. Fifteen-year old Parsons Terriers, Roy and Sugar arrived at the rehoming centre earlier in October and were cared for by a loving foster carer who provided them...
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Animal lover takes on 12 events in 12 months to raise...

A ten-year old boy from Merseyside has been raising money to help animals in need by taking on 12 evens in 12 months for the RSPCA. Ten-year old Owen Marlowe from Southport in Merseyside has already completed a five-mile walk and a 15-mile bike rise to raise money for the...
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Cath Kidston is searching for the UK’s cutest dogs to model...

British design and lifestyle brand Cath Kidston launches its nationwide search, looking for their Next Dog Model. The winning pup will be the star of the Cath Kidston Spring 2021 Pets collection attending the official photoshoot in November. Images will appear on the campaign page onsite, and across all social...
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Two elderly cats finally find forever home

Two senior cats from RSPCA Northamptonshire have been rehomed after their appeal reached a student vet nurse in Norfolk who offered them a retirement home. Lucy Marheineke from Kings Lynn rehomed Leon and Nikita (16 October) from the RSPCA Northamptonshire branch where they have been cared for ever since their...
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New website PetsRadar introduces Pet Tech Week

New website PetsRadar.com introduces Pet Tech Week as a best friend to pet parents nurturing happy pets. New website PetsRadar.com is introducing Pet Tech Week starting today (19-25 October 2020), delivering the first of many new initiatives that will bring together specialist advice and money-saving deals on cutting-edge products for...
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Warning to pet owners ahead of DIY Halloween and Bonfire Night...

Natures Menu’s Veterinary Education Manager offers her advice on keeping pets safe during Halloween and Bonfire Night With many official Halloween and Bonfire Night events cancelled this year, at home celebrations are set to be the latest trend this autumn, and experts are concerned about the effect it will have...
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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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Cat’s leg amputated due to metal wire

A cat who was found in West Yorkshire with metal wire twisted tightly around his paw has had to have his leg amputated. Keith was taken into a vet by a member of the public who’d found him straying in their garden in Leatham Park Road, Featherstone, on 27 October...