News
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...
Five inspirational breed rescue winners unveiled at Agria Welfare Awards ceremony
The Kennel Club and Agria Pet Insurance have announced the five winners of the inaugural Agria Welfare awards, which celebrates the dedicated work of Kennel Club Breed Rescue organisations, as well as the rescue dogs under their care.
The awards, which were held for the first time at The Stratford...
RSPCA appeals after dog is punched and kicked outside North London...
The RSPCA is appealing for information after claims a dog was kicked and punched by her owner outside a cafe in Tottenham.
A customer at the cafe on Lordship Lane reported seeing a sustained attack on the canine, who appeared to have historic injuries, including a swollen eye and mouth.
The...
Darlington pet owner banned after neglect of Chihuahua cross and rabbit
A woman who was investigated by the RSPCA after her dog was found with injuries and her pet rabbit was discovered with multiple health issues has received a two-year animal ban.
Elizabeth Cusick of Trafalgar Square, Darlington, County Durham, was convicted of two offences under the Animal Welfare Act 2006;...
Pointer’s Dog Treasure Hunt is coming to a park near you
Dog biscuit experts, Pointer, is launching Dog Treasure Hunts across the country which are set to arrive at several UK locations in the coming weeks.
Dogs of all breeds and their humans are invited to join this 2-week event starting on 6th July 2024, for a day of tricks, treats, and tail-wagging...
Bridgerton puppies seeking homes hope to be talk of the ton
A litter of adorable Bridgerton-inspired puppies are hoping they’ll be talk of the ton so they can find the match of the season.
The six spaniel-cross puppies were taken in by the RSPCA earlier this month (June) when they were removed from a property by police on welfare grounds.
Staff at the centre are big fans...
Expert shares five things you need to know before adopting a...
It was reported in January 2021 that a huge 40% of the UK welcomed a new 'pandemic pup' into their homes. However, a startling 13% of households gave up a pet in 2022, highlighting just how crucial it is to ensure a loving, stable environment for these deserving rescue...
New survey suggests felines may be plotting against their owners
Britain is a nation of cat lovers... but is the feeling entirely mutual? A new study by Burns Pet Nutrition suggests some felines may be plotting against their owners.
With nearly a third of UK households having a cat – around 12.5 million domestic felines - the study of 2,000 owners suggests...
Cat spends over 200 days in rescue centre waiting for forever...
The RSPCA is appealing to find a special home for white and tabby cat Daisy who has spent a total of 229 days in the charity’s care.
Four-year-old Daisy was rescued by an RSPCA officer as her previous owner was not able to take care of her.
When she first arrived at the...
Over one million UK pet owners neglect this vital health check
A new study shows that 5% of the UK’s cat and dog owners have never weighed their pet at the vet, while 11% don’t remember when they last conducted a weigh-in.
46% of the UK population are cat and dog owners, meaning that over 1.5 million Brits are unaware of...
Starved dog found abandoned in park in Wigan: RSPCA appeals for...
The RSPCA is investigating the abandonment of a severely emaciated dog who was left tied to the railings of a park in Wigan earlier this month.
Luna, who was skeletal and weighed 16.6kg (36.5 pounds), is recovering well in the care of Dogs4Rescue, who have described the incident as the worst...
FEATURED
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...
You must be logged in to post a comment.