The RSPCA is appealing for information after a sick dog was found dumped in Nottingham wrapped in a towel, just days before Christmas. A member of the public found the young, female boxer-cross abandoned in Fulwood Crescent, Aspley, on Friday 17 December and took her into a local vet clinic,...

A scared dog has been reunited with her owner after being stolen over a year ago, thanks to Battersea. Jack Russell, Lucky, was stolen from her owners in August 2020 while she was out on a walk. After months and months of searching, her family thought they’d never see their...

Whilst getting a new puppy is a dream for most, research from pet health and insurance company, Bought By Many, revealed that more than four in 10 dog owners admit to having 'struggled' to look after their pet as a puppy. A further 17% said that puppy ownership is tougher...

Pop legend Ed Sheeran will help prevent the nation’s dogs from hitting the woof amid terrifyingly loud firework displays on New Year’s Eve – after one of his smash hits was picked for a new pet-calming music video channel. Sheeran’s ‘Perfect’ features on the 175-minute loop, along with other songs...

As Christmas approaches, it’s a time when many consider surprising loved ones with a new furry family member. However, getting a new pet is a decision that shouldn’t be taken lightly and should be discussed with everyone who will be involved first.  Vet charity PDSA urges not to take on a new pet during the Christmas period because it’s such a busy (and...

The global pandemic has had a huge impact on independent animal rescues in the UK, with many having to navigate through a difficult period of reduced income versus an increase in animals needing their services. This time of the year can be particularly tough, with colder weather meaning increased heating...

A four-year-old Shar Pei, who was thrown over a fence and left with multiple untreated rib fractures for several weeks after being assaulted by his owner, has been given the best Christmas present he could wish for - a loving new home. Staff at the RSPCA’s Preston and District branch...

The Rabbit Awareness Action Group (RAAG), the trusted voice for rabbit welfare, is delighted to confirm that it has already secured over 1600 signatures in support of the first Good Practice Code for rabbits’ welfare in England. Since its formation just three months ago, RAAG has also helped to keep rabbits’...

There’s very little our furry friends can do without getting papped by their ‘pawrent’, with new research from Natures Menu revealing that UK owners take over 77 million photos of their dogs every week. With some insta-famous dog accounts boasting over 10 million followers, is it possible that owners prioritise...

Two dog-lovers are going the extra mile for a special rescue dog this Christmas in the hope of helping him finally find a forever home. Nicola Alty and her partner David Baines started volunteering at Dogs Trust Merseyside four years ago after their own dog, Boo, passed away. Since then they have walked hundreds of miles with four-legged friends from the centre and seen hundreds of dogs...