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‘Gentle giant’ travels from Cheshire to Lancashire in search of a...

The RSPCA in Preston is making a new appeal for an overlooked rescue dog who has made the journey north from Warrington after having no luck finding a new home. Five-year-old Alvin was rescued by the charity from a house in the West Midlands in May 2022. He was struggling...
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Vet expert answers pet owners’ top five holiday questions

Whether you are jet-setting this summer, or enjoying a destination closer to home, a holiday is something we all look forward to. However, travelling to and from a destination can be a stressful process, especially with pets in tow.   To help reduce holiday stress, PDSA vets, along with PDSA Pet Insurance,...
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Suspended prison sentences and 12 year animal ban for pair who...

Two people who abused their dogs in the backyard of their home in Bradford have been given suspended prison sentences and disqualified from keeping animals for 12 years.  Honey, a one-year-old Golden Labrador, and a six-year-old Jack Russell Terrier called Lilu, were heard by witnesses yelping ‘several times a week’...
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Five ways to keep your cat cool during a heatwave

Cats can generally be quite independent pets, but that doesn't stop them needing a helping hand every now and then. Just like their big cat ancestors, they love basking in the sunlight, whether it's outside in the garden or simply underneath a sunny window. You may have noticed, though, that...
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330 day adoption wait for ‘unlucky’ black cats who no-one wants...

Two overlooked black cats are hoping someone will finally notice them as their one-year anniversary in RSPCA rescue approaches. Black cats Flash and Archie have been patiently waiting at the RSPCA’s Great Ayton Animal Centre for nearly 11 months and are now the longest-staying residents.     They were rescued by the charity after...
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Man caught on CCTV beating his dog in lift at block...

A man who was filmed kicking, stamping and punching a dog in a lift at a block of flats has been banned from owning animals for five years. Cameron Brunning was prosecuted by the RSPCA after CCTV cameras in the lift at the flats in St. Cuthbert’s Court, Gateshead, Tyne...
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Common mistakes pet owners make when taking their pets on a...

Staycations offer the perfect solution for pet owners looking to share their holiday moments with their pets. With the summer season upon us, PDSA vets, together with PDSA Pet Insurance, are reminding owners to be diligent when planning a trip away with their furry family members. From car sickness to finding pet-friendly...
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Dogfluencers provide ‘everyday affordable’ influencer momentum for ambitious underdog brands

It’s a consistent truth that best practices and ideas fostered within human food and drink often make a seamless transition into the thriving world of ‘pet parents’ and their four-legged friends.   For example, a staggering amount of NEW petfood innovation can trace its beginnings back to the pandemic, a by-product...
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RSPCA appeals after Staffie with large tumour is left in Greater...

The RSPCA is investigating how a Staffordshire bull terrier in very poor health was abandoned in a country park near Bolton. A member of the public came across the elderly canine wandering on a field near a car park at Moses Gate Country Park between Farnworth and Little Lever on...
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Dogs Trust partners with Hush Puppies to support canine welfare

Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest canine welfare charity has partnered with Heritage footwear brand Hush Puppies.  With the iconic Basset Hound at the heart of Hush Puppies, the new partnership will support the charity to continue its vital work, with the brand donating 10p per pair of school shoes sold...
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Guinea Pig Welfare Forum to Take Place in September 2024

The national guinea pig community will come together for the highly anticipated, and first of its kind, Guinea Pig Welfare Forum on Thursday 19th of September 2024. The event will be hosted at the Crowne Plaza in Birmingham, sponsored and organised by Burgess Pet Care. The forum aims to bring...
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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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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...

Vets are urging dog owners to reconsider their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures this January, with the Met Office issuing yellow weather warnings across the country. With freezing conditions and the possibility of snowfall, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a...