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Christmas leftovers leave Labrador on emergency drip

A dog owner from Aberdeen is warning owners to keep chocolate away from pets this festive period, after her family’s Labrador was rushed to the vets for emergency treatment. “My daughter had been given a couple of boxes of chocolate for Christmas,” explains dog owner Louise Ritchie, “and, with amazing...
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Festive fair to raise funds to support vital work of RSPCA...

The RSPCA’s Warrington, Halton & St Helens Branch is urging local people to come along and support its annual festive fundraiser - with all proceeds going towards helping the animals in its care. This Saturday (14 December), the branch’s rehoming centre in Slutchers Lane in Warrington is holding its popular Christmas fair between...
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Local Berkshire Animal Charity needs your vote this Christmas

This festive season, Animal Friends Pet Insurance is giving the UK the power to help write the next chapter for extraordinary pets in need of some extra special love and care. In the run up to Christmas, and as part of the ‘A Wildly Different Xmas Tail’ campaign, they’re asking members of...
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Beloved dog’s first ‘magical Christmas’ after winter RSPCA rescue

The American bulldog crossbreed dogs were underweight and had been left unattended at a property in Nottinghamshire when RSPCA officers visited in the run-up to Christmas 2023.  RSPCA rescuers had been trying to work with their owners to improve conditions but when the situation had not improved, they were signed over into the charity’s...
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Five things your cat will love you for this Christmas

Christmas is coming, and we all want to treat our loved ones – whether it’s friends, family or our four-legged companions. When it comes to cats, it turns out that some of the very best treats will hardly cost you a penny and can be fun to make at home.  Cats...
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Experts share how to prepare your pet for long car journeys...

Christmas is a time for family, and for many of us, that means travelling to see loved ones. But what about your furry family members? Leaving pets behind during the festive season can be heartbreaking, which is why more people are opting to bring them along. With the rise in...
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Volunteers give up their Christmas to help animals in need

As most of us sit down with our families to tuck into our festive feast and watch the Gavin & Stacey Christmas special this Christmas, spare a thought for the hundreds of staff and volunteers who will be working to feed and care for rescue animals. There will be more...
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Dogs Trust West Calder’s most overlooked dog awaits Christmas miracle

A six-year-old Rottweiler cross, who has earned the title of the most overlooked resident at Dogs Trust West Calder, is preparing to spend her fifth Christmas in the charity’s care, having patiently waited to be adopted for over 1,800 days.  Rottweiler cross Cassie has only experienced one Christmas within a...
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RSPCA reveals shocking 25% increase in pet neglect reports compared to...

The RSPCA has seen an almost 25% increase in animal neglect reports during the first nine months of this year and fears the problem is about to get worse as more pet owners face financial hardship at Christmas. The animal welfare charity said that between January and September 2024 its...
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Bella+Duke and Caledonian Sleeper partner to enhance unique travel experience

Bella + Duke and Caledonian Sleeper have joined forces to offer pets onboard the paw-fect travel experience to make their journey as smooth as possible, with a tasty complimentary treat as they set off on their overnight trip. The iconic overnight sleeper train serves over 40+ destinations between London and...
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Dogs need surgery to help them lead normal lives

Two British bulldogs who don’t have the energy to get out of bed need extensive surgery to help them lead better lives. Three-year-old Gracie and Lola, two, came into the RSPCA’s care when their owner could no longer take care of them - particularly given their medical needs. The pair of dogs...
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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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Santa Paws: Research reveals dogs love Christmas just as much as...

With just two weeks until Christmas, new research has revealed that over a third of the nation’s dog owners (41%) believe their furry friend loves Christmas more than they do. Over a quarter (28%) even believe their pooch recognises Santa Claus. So much so, that various Santa’s Grottos across the...