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Young cats abandoned zipped up in bag

The RSPCA is caring for two young cats and appealing for information after they were abandoned on the outskirts of Leeds. A woman was walking her dog in the woods off Moor Knoll Lane, East Ardsley, on Tuesday afternoon (October 29) when she spotted a gym bag and thought it...
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Two elderly dogs seek special retirement home

The RSPCA in Bath is searching for a very special home for two elderly dogs who have a combined age of 140 in dog years. Collie-cross Poppy is 17-years old – 84 in dog years and her younger friend 10-year old Jack Russell Terrier Daisy – 56 in dog years...
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Kittens dumped in a box are given a second chance

Four young kittens had a lucky escape after being abandoned beside a waste bin in East London. The eight-week old kittens were found in a cardboard box by a family who spotted them beside some bins outside a block of flats in Ilford, East London. The family made the responsible decision...
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Former rescue dog finds her feet as police sniffer dog

A nine-month old former rescue dog has landed on her paws after qualifying as a police sniffer dog. English Springer Spaniel Ruby was being looked after by the team at Dogs Trust Manchester, when her potential for a career with the police was spotted by police dog handler PC Mark...
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Eight million cat owners believe their cat knows what they are...

According to a new report, Britain’s cat crazy pet owners are convinced their feline friends can understand what they are feeling and even what they are saying. The survey of 2,000 British cat owners examined the pet-owner bond and revealed that almost half of UK cat owners are convince that...
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One in three puppies bought online will die within a year

New research from the Kennel Club has found that one in three puppies bought online experience illness or death in their first year. The Kennel Club said that an instant gratification culture is putting puppy welfare at risk as more than 1 million pups are bought before they’ve even seen...
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Pamper-loving pooch seeking new home

A four-year old Labrador Cross is looking for a new home that will provide her with clam surroundings and cater to her love of attention and pampering. Dogs Trust Basildon is currently home to Clover who is a particular fan of hydrotherapy on site at the rehoming centre, which is...
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Natures Menu highlights the importance of responsible puppy ownership

Natures Menu is celebrating Puppy Awareness Week with hundreds of top dogs across the UK successfully graduating from Puppy School. Puppy Awareness Week (1st to 7th September) is an initiative, which aims to help puppy buyers aware of how to find a responsible breeder, and a healthy, happy puppy. To mark...
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UK pet owners prefer staycations with their pets

A recent survey reveals that one in two pet owners opted for a UK break for their summer holiday, so not to be separated from their dogs. Budget hotel chain, Campanile UK, conducted the survey, which discovered that 93% of people would like to spend more time exploring the UK...
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Dog owner and pet are kayaking 200 miles to raise money...

A dog lover plans to really push the boat out and kayak 200 miles with his pet dog to raise money to his local RSPCA branch. John Oakley is an RSPCA volunteer and will spend eight days kayaking with his rescue dog Max from Oxford to Warrington next month, as...
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Study reveals why it pays to have pets

A new study has revealed the benefits that having a pet can have on our health, including combatting depression, Alzheimer’s and heart disease. Research compiled by Tombola reveals that petting a dog for 15 minutes can lower blood pressure by 10% and those with pets are less likely to suffer...
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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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Howling hounds and creepy cats: Pet experts debunk spooky superstitions this...

As autumn nights grow longer and Halloween draws nearer, pet experts are shedding light on some of the most persistent superstitions about our furry companions.  TrustedHousesitters, the UK's leading pet-sitting platform, has gathered insights to separate fact from fiction in the animal world, addressing common beliefs about pets that often...