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Dogs Trust issues winter alert: Beware the hidden danger of Antifreeze...

As temperatures drop and winter weather sets in, Dogs Trust is urging pet owners to take extra care in protecting their furry friends from the hidden dangers of antifreeze. Commonly used in de-icing products, screen wash and in car engines, antifreeze contains ethylene glycol, a highly toxic substance that can...
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Man jailed after 36 neglected dogs found in filthy Eastbourne property

A man has been jailed for 18 weeks after causing unnecessary suffering to 36 dogs who were rescued from filthy and smelly conditions at a property in Eastbourne. Christopher Mark Bennett from Eastbourne, was sentenced at Hastings Magistrates’ Court on Monday August 22 after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering...
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Yellow Dog UK raises awareness for dogs who need space

Not every dog wants attention, some dogs are in training, some dogs have health issues or are recovering from surgery, some dogs are rescues being rehabilitated or have suffered a bad experience, nervous dogs, or older, fragile dogs that find the world a scary place, through no fault of...
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Bereft bunny Casanova is still looking for his love match after...

A lonely rescue rabbit is still looking for his soulmate after spending over 200 days at an RSPCA centre - with just a single rehoming enquiry. Casanova, a one-year-old False Netherland Dwarf, came into The Holdings just before Valentine’s Day, which led to staff naming him after the fabled romantic. The...
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Vet shares top tips – How do I keep my dog...

Following a summer of heatwaves, current predictions reveal that the warm weather is set to continue throughout September. Melanie Sainsbury, Veterinary Expert, and natural pet food brand, Natures Menu, have put together some life-saving tips on how to keep dogs safe around water for owners whose furry friends like to...
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How to keep pets healthy and happy on a budget

Pets are such an important part of our family and, even facing into a cost-of-living crisis, keeping them healthy and happy is the number one priority for millions of families. Pets at Home are sharing their top tips to help owners do the very best for their pets within their...
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Blind dog and her best friend and ‘guide’ search for special...

A blind dog is looking to find a special home with her best friend and ‘guide dog’. Shih tzu Penny, seven, and her best friend - 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier Sandy - are looking for a home together after being rescued by the RSPCA and taken in by RSPCA Cornwall...
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Choosing the right pet insurance for your furry family member

Sadly, it’s not uncommon for our pets to become sick or injured, and if you’re not prepared, the vet bills can soon add up. The 2022 PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report* found that 61% of cats and 39% of dogs in the UK are uninsured, showing that many pets...
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Dog thrown from truck at 50mph finally finds happiness and learns...

A dog who was ‘lucky to survive’ after being thrown from a vehicle driving at 50mph along a rural Kent road has finally found her happy ending - and started to wag her tail! Vets were amazed the terrier wasn’t seriously injured when she was seen being tossed out of...
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Dogs Trust Ilfracombe’s oldest rescue dog looking for new home after...

An elderly dog has found himself looking for a forever home once more after his owner sadly passed away. Brush, a 12-year-old Spaniel cross, first came into Dogs Trust’s rehoming centre in Ilfracombe as a youngster in 2013 when his owner’s circumstances changed. He was soon happily re-homed and spent the last nine...
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30,000th dog neutered in Kabul as charity marks pioneering milestone in...

Mayhew Afghanistan today marks reaching an epic milestone having neutered its 30,000th dog in Afghanistan on 25 August. Mayhew Afghanistan's dog neutering programme commenced in July 2019 with a strategy of delivering 10,000 neutered dogs per year in the city. However, first Covid-19 restrictions disrupted plans in 2020 and 2021,...
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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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Make a plan for your pets this Christmas

Planning for a magical Christmas is in full swing, the decorations are already lining the aisles in the shops, and the kids have probably started hinting at what they want to find under the tree on Christmas morning.  But have you made plans for your pets this Christmas?  The RSPCA is urging pet...