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Vets save cat after rare spinal infection left him paralysed

A cat facing death after being left paralysed by a rare infection has been saved by vets. Owner Samantha Smith feared four-year-old Maine Coon Geralt, who is a treasured connection to her late granddad, would have to be put to sleep after he collapsed in front of her. But vet specialist...
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Cat spends 159 days in RSPCA care and is desperate to...

A friendly cat who has spent nearly 160 days in RSPCA care is looking for his forever home but sadly has seen little interest from potential adopters. Fern, a three-year-old, Abyssinian crossbreed with black, silver and tabby cat markings, came into the care of the RSPCA Warrington, Halton & St...
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Dogs Trust calls for new PM to pass the Kept Animals...

In response to the appointment of Liz Truss as Prime Minister, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity is calling on her to allow the Animal Welfare (Kept Animals) Bill to finally pass through the parliamentary process. The Kept Animals Bill will improve the welfare standards of certain kept animals that...
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Box of kittens left at end of RSPCA centre’s driveway with...

A box of kittens was found dumped at the end of the driveway of an RSPCA centre in Surrey. A cardboard box with a note taped on top - saying: ‘Please help them! They were born on 24/08. God bless you.’ - was left at the end of the driveway...
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TikTok’s 10 best pet friendly household cleaners

We're a nation of pet lovers, but many of our household cleaners can be extremely dangerous for them. My Local Toolbox trawled TikTok to find the best 10 pet friendly alternatives that actually work. 1. Odour Eliminator To make your odour eliminator, mix vinegar with water, and add your favourite essential...
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How to help your cat live as long as Larry the...

With the announcement of the UK’s next Prime Minister coming in the next hours, we’re turning our attention to one of the longest serving members at Number 10 – Chief Mouser to the Cabinet Office, Larry the cat – and we wondered if you’d be interested in a feature...
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Man jailed after 36 neglected dogs found in filthy Eastbourne property

A man has been jailed for 18 weeks after causing unnecessary suffering to 36 dogs who were rescued from filthy and smelly conditions at a property in Eastbourne. Christopher Mark Bennett from Eastbourne, was sentenced at Hastings Magistrates’ Court on Monday August 22 after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering...
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Yellow Dog UK raises awareness for dogs who need space

Not every dog wants attention, some dogs are in training, some dogs have health issues or are recovering from surgery, some dogs are rescues being rehabilitated or have suffered a bad experience, nervous dogs, or older, fragile dogs that find the world a scary place, through no fault of...
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Bereft bunny Casanova is still looking for his love match after...

A lonely rescue rabbit is still looking for his soulmate after spending over 200 days at an RSPCA centre - with just a single rehoming enquiry. Casanova, a one-year-old False Netherland Dwarf, came into The Holdings just before Valentine’s Day, which led to staff naming him after the fabled romantic. The...
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Vet shares top tips – How do I keep my dog...

Following a summer of heatwaves, current predictions reveal that the warm weather is set to continue throughout September. Melanie Sainsbury, Veterinary Expert, and natural pet food brand, Natures Menu, have put together some life-saving tips on how to keep dogs safe around water for owners whose furry friends like to...
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How to keep pets healthy and happy on a budget

Pets are such an important part of our family and, even facing into a cost-of-living crisis, keeping them healthy and happy is the number one priority for millions of families. Pets at Home are sharing their top tips to help owners do the very best for their pets within their...
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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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Hefty fines in store for pet owners as 1 in 5...

UK pet owners face fines of up to £500 in the lead up to Christmas as nearly one in five (17%) claim that they won’t microchip their pets, despite the legal requirement to do so which recently extended to cats. Microchipping cats in England has been a legal requirement as of 10th...