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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...
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Over £8,400 raised at Mayhew’s annual Open Day

Hundreds of people joined Mayhew staff, volunteers and animals at their annual Open Day street party this weekend – raising an incredible £8,406. The event was sponsored by 4Cats and Butternut Box and was held as usual at Mayhew’s Home in Kensal Green. Visitors – including Neil Morrisey – had...
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PATS presence celebrates ‘Switch to Fish’

Fish4Dogs will be celebrating its first TV advertising campaign, 'Switch to Fish' with attendees at PATS. The premium pet food company will be located at stand A18 at the Telford Exhibition Centre on 22 and 23 September. Those attending the stand will be able to view the advert which was...
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Agility Team GB announce new partnership

The Kennel Club has announced a new partnership between Agility Team GB and Hartpury University and Hartpury College. As one of the leading education providers in agriculture, animal, equine, sport and veterinary nursing, Gloucestershire-based Hartpury University and Hartpury College joins The Kennel Club and Natural Instinct in supporting Great Britain’s...
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Could you get Tyson’s tail wagging?

Dogs Trust Snetterton are hoping someone can offer patient Staffordshire Cross Tyson a new home. Tyson is a wonderful seven-year old Staffordshire Cross and is currently patiently waiting for his fur-ever owners to find him at Dogs Trust Snetterton. Staff at the rehoming centre say that Tyson is a great...
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Doberman saved by PDSA after suffering near fatal twisted stomach

A Doberman puppy was saved by PDSA after nearly dying when he developed a twisted stomach. Thankfully, action from his owner and vet charity PDSA saved Winston’s life and he’s now been entered into PDSA’s Pet Survivor competition. When two-year old Doberman puppy, Winston stopped eating and couldn’t keep anything down,...
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Fish4Dogs support charity dog shows

A series of fun dog shows in Staffordshire, supported by Fish4Dogs, has raised more than £1,000 for charities. Midfield K9 Academy, run by Lynne Bakker-Collier, staged three events throughout the summer; June, August and September as its training grounds in Oulton, Stone, Staffordshire. Fish4Dogs donated goody bags for the winners...
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Paws.com’s top tips for settling a rescue dog into your home

Hot on the heels of ‘The Chow Down Challenge’s viral success is more pooch-friendly advice from Paws.com. Paw.com’s challenge had influencers such as Love Island’s Laura Anderson uploading their pups chowing down on their favourite food and challenging their dog owner friends such as winner Jack Finchman and former contestants,...
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Mayhew unveils brand new kennels to special guests

London-based animal welfare charity unveils their brand-new kennel block to special guests including Lesley Nicol, Bill Oddie and Marc Abraham. Back in April this year, Animal Welfare Charity, Mayhew began a mammoth task of replacing and improving their main kennel block, intake room and animal welfare team working area. Mayhew revealed...
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Cat-astrophe avoided as moggy rescued from motor

RSPCA and fire services rescued a tiny black and white kitten which was stuck under a car bonnet in Southampton. The RSPCA was called to Milton Road, Southampton, when nearby resident heard the sound of a cat crying from inside a car bonnet parked on the street at about 8am...
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How to plan a dog-friendly wedding

As we reach peak wedding season, Dogs Trust is providing advice for dog owners wishing to include their four-legged friends on their big day. The UK’s largest dog welfare charity advises that, whilst involving a dog in a wedding is a wonderful way to celebrate how much we treasure them,...
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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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Fireworks: Six tips to help your pets cope this fireworks season

Many pet owners will be familiar with the helpless feeling of watching your pet struggle through an evening of loud bangs and bright lights. With the autumn months well underway and fireworks season almost upon us, it’s quite natural to be feeling apprehensive.  While it can be an anxiety-inducing time...