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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...
Tips to manage your pet’s gut health
Friday 29th May marks World Digestive Health Day and during the current situation, it’s important not to forget about our pet’s health.
Now that we are able to spend more time outside, following the easing of some of the lockdown restrictions, looking after your pet’s gut health is key to...
Battersea celebrates the dogs and cats helping their owners through lockdown
Rescue pet owners nationwide have revealed that their dogs and cats are now the ones rescuing them during lockdown.
New research by much-loved animal charity Battersea shows that 75% of Brits say their rescue pet is helping them cope during the nationwide quarantine - whether it's providing temporary relief from...
Unwanted and abandoned cats dumped in cardboard boxes outside Mayhew
Before lockdown two cats were rescued by Mayhew when they were abandoned on the street during Storm Ciara and Storm Dennis earlier this year.
The two cats were abandoned on the street inside two old crisp boxes with nothing but the flimsy cardboard walls to protect them from the elements.
Three-year...
RSPCA hospitals treat 5,495 animal emergencies during lockdown
The RSPCA has treated 5,495 emergency cases at its animal hospitals and clinics since lockdown started.
Staff at the RSPCA five animal hospitals and clinics have been providing emergency care to thousands of animals rescued by frontline officers during the crisis.
The charity has released the figures as part of...
Appeal after tiny puppy with slash wound is found dumped out...
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a tiny puppy was found dumped with a slash wound in Huddersfield.
The puppy is thought to be aged between 10-14 days old and was found in the bin area outside a closed-down shop called Lahore Foodstore & General Store on Cross Road,...
Kennel Club charitable Trust supports therapy dog project in Gloucestershire
The Kennel Club Charitable Trust is supporting a therapy dog project to help disadvantage young people on Gloucestershire.
The Kennel Club Charitable Trust is supporting, Young Gloucestershire, a charitable organisation that helps young people from disadvantaged backgrounds to gain tools and skills for a better life, by providing funds for...
Thousands vote in rescue puppy naming poll with ‘Lockdown’ almost making...
More than 15,000 people gave their vote to name a litter of five puppies that were born at Dogs Trust during the current Coronavirus pandemic.
The naming poll, which was launched on Dogs Trust’s social media channels last week, received an overwhelming response from the public and the puppies now...
Dog owners warned about warm weather amid lockdown easing
The Kennel Club urges owners to check before they travel as many garden centres and destinations no longer dog-friendly due to coronavirus.
With warm weather and sunshine set to sweep the UK ahead of the bank holiday weekend, a new warning from dog welfare experts has been issued to owners...
Frozen star adopts smuggled Maltese puppy from Dogs Trust
Love is an open door for Leo, as star from the West End Production of Frozen offers him a furry-tail ending.
After a tough start in life, a five-month old smuggled Maltese puppy, Leo, has found his ‘furever’ home with South West London based actress Stephanie McKeon and her husband.
Stephanie...
PDSA vet gives advice to help your pet stay happy and...
During Mental Health Awareness Week, PDSA is offering tips on reducing the chances of your four-legged friends suffering from the blues.
The bond between animals and owners is really powerful and, at times like these, many of us would be lost without the mood boosting power of our pets.
PDSA Vet...
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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...
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