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Cat looking for forever home after cancer scare turns out to...

The RSPCA hopes to find a special home for a sweet and sensitive cat who has now been given the all-clear from cancer after a recent scare. Seven-year-old grey tabby cat Nala came into the care of the RSPCA Hants & Surrey Border Branch in January last year as her owners could no longer...
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Hill’s ensure lockdowns don’t mean health breakdowns for our nation’s pets

Hill’s Pet Nutrition has today launched a new national campaign to tackle the rise in obesity. The campaign places a greater emphasis on helping pet parents take control of their animal’s nutrition and address the poor feeding habits amongst many owners, heightened by the pandemic. As the UK navigates a third...
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Kittens recovering well in RSPCA care after eye operations

Two kitten brothers who were rescued by the RSPCA just before Christmas are recovering well after undergoing surgery to their eyes. Four-month-old ginger kittens Gabriel and Arthur were rescued from a builders’ yard in Peterlee, County Durham, in December last year (2020). They were most likely born to a feral mother,...
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Rescue dogs sniff our new career with prison service

Dogs Trust Manchester is celebrating after two of their rescue dogs qualified as sniffer dogs with the Scottish Prison Service. Five-year old Labrador Cooper was found as a stray and four-year old Springer Spaniel, Lenny was handed over to Dogs Trust after a change in family circumstances. But not the...
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Ten years at Number 10 for Britain’s most famous rescue cat

From charming world leaders, to distracting the press, Chief Mouser Larry has done it all during his time at 10 Downing Street. But, before he began prowling the corridors of political power, Larry was a humble stray who came to Battersea in need of help and a home. Today marks exactly...
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Charity vet is keeping over 30,000 pets’ hearts beating this Valentine’s...

Every year vet charity PDSA cares for over 30,000 pets suffering from heart disease. Without ongoing care and medication, many of these pets would die, but thanks to support from players of People’s Postcode Lottery, PDSA is able to keep pets’ hearts beating this Valentine’s Day. Alfie from South London is...
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Puppy imports surge during lockdown

RSPCA urges government to crackdown on puppy imports in order to safeguard dog welfare, protect public health and consumer rights. The number of dogs being commercially imported has surged by more than 50% due to lockdown – with imports from Romania leaping by 67% as the demand for puppies soared...
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Former racing greyhounds looking for bachelor pads this Valentine’s Day

Two former racing greyhounds are looking for separate bachelor pads where they can woo their new owners this Valentine’s Day. Scooter and Mouse, both two-years old were originally bred for racing and are looking for new homes after being at Dogs Trust Snetterton in Norfolk together since the beginning of...
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Five activities to have fun with your dog during the lockdown...

As we spend more time with our furry friends this lockdown, it can be difficult to keep them entertained and think of new things to do with them, besides wintry walks. But just like humans, dogs get bored too and it’s important to keep them occupied. Dog-holiday specialists, Canine Cottages have...
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Best friends looking for a special new home together

Best friends Betty and Zeus are looking for a new home together this Galentine’s Day – the day before Valentine’s Day which celebrates female friendship. The two OAPs (Older Age Pooches) are currently being cared for at the Dogs Trust Basildon Rehoming Centre in Essex. Seven-year old Terrier Betty and 11-year...
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Third of Brits to gift pets to loved ones this Valentine’s...

A new study reveals that over a third of loved-up Brits have revealed that they intend to gift a dog or cat to their significant other this Valentine’s Day. According to research of 1,000 Brits, commissioned by Natures Menu, dogs (19%) were more popular than cats (11%) as a protentional...
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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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Burgess Pet Care brings back Greyhound and Lurcher two-week takeover for...

Thousands of pounds worth of support for dog rescue centres across the UK has been guaranteed as Burgess Pet Care brings back its Greyhound and Lurcher Two-Week Takeover.  The campaign, spanning the passionate independent company’s social media channels, will run from January 27 to February 9, featuring real life stories...