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Ban for man who was caught using ‘harsh discipline’ on his...
A man from Greater London who admitted using harsh disciplinary and training methods on his dog has been banned from keeping canines for seven years after a prosecution by the RSPCA.
Daniel Kirwan of Rosslyn Crescent, Harrow, pleaded guilty to one offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and appeared...
Kennel Club welcomes pet abduction bill becoming law
The Kennel Club, one of the UK’s biggest organisations dedicated to dog health and welfare, has welcomed the passing of a new law which will introduce a specific criminal offence for those who steal pets.
Under the Pet Abduction Bill – a Private Member’s Bill sponsored by Anna Firth MP –...
Breeder given suspended jail term for causing cropping of dogs’ ears
A breeder has been given a 16-week suspended jail sentence for causing the cropping of dogs’ ears after he posted photos on his Instagram account.
Seyed Hussain Alavizadeh of Laburnum Road, Southampton, Hampshire, appeared at Southampton Crown Court on Thursday 16 May after he pleaded guilty, in March, to seven offences...
Man given suspended prison sentence after flea-ridden cats are found living...
A man has been told he narrowly avoided being sent to prison after allowing his two cats to suffer in filthy living conditions in a flat in Barnsley.
Several weeks of decaying faeces and piles of rubbish were found littered throughout the property at Roundwood Court in Worsbrough, with magistrates...
Healthy pets, Happy wallets: top money-saving tips for pet owners
This week the Competition and Market Authority (CMA) announced a formal market investigation into veterinary services in the domestic pet market with many pet owners sharing their frustration over high bills and affordability.
In light of this Axel Lagercrantz, CEO of Pets4Homes shares his advice on how to find the right...
Vet issues advice for travelling with pets this May half term
With the May half term fast approaching, families are likely to be going on longer car journeys – perhaps with their pets – to visit friends or relatives or go on an outdoor adventure.
To make the trip as smooth as possible, Jackie Marshall, qualified vet and Technical Advisor at...
Levens dog lover takes on challenge of a lifetime to raise...
A Levens dog lover is taking on a 1,000-mile run described as ‘the holy grail of UK adventures’ in a bid to raise more than £10,000 for Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, which has a centre in Penrith.
Annie Rawlinson, who celebrated her 60th birthday in March, chose the...
Puppy owners warned of crucial feeding mistake – with ‘serious consequences...
Skipping out on weighing the food you give your dog can lead to obesity in later life for puppies across the UK.
Vet-recommended dog food brand Barking Heads’ vet, ITV This Morning’s Dr Scott Miller, explains the knock-on effect of improperly-measured portions and overfeeding puppies, along with how much owners should be feeding pups...
National Smile Month: Keep your dog’s teeth clean and healthy
Did you know that by the age of three, 80% of dogs will suffer from some form of gum disease?
There are certain breeds of dog that are more prone to dental disease, these include, Pugs, Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, Dachshund, Boxer, Toy Breeds and English Bulldog.
Healthy teeth and gums...
RCVS welcomes CMA investigation decision
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has welcomed the Competition and Market Authority’s (CMA) announcement today of its decision to proceed with a formal market investigation into veterinary services in the domestic pet market, and continues to recognise the strength and breadth of feeling expressed by members of...
The shocking truth in ready meals and ultra-processed foods
First there was the horse meat scandal, now it is the ingredient scandal. With headlines continually highlighting the need to remove ultra processed foods from our diets, it is shocking to see how even high end ready meals are still packed full of them.
However, these ultra-processed meals are not just...
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Charity helps save life of ‘hero’ retired police dog
A charity helped save the life of a heroic retired police dog when she fell seriously ill and needer emergency life-saving surgery.
Belgian Malinois RPD Fiji, 12, joined Surrey Police as a puppy and spent six years working with the Surrey and Sussex Joint Dog Unit as a general purpose...
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