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Puppies rescued from caravan survive deadly disease to live fab new...
Two puppies who were rescued alongside 34 others from a ‘boiling hot’ caravan filled with rubbish are now living fabulous new lives by the sea.
RSPCA officers were called to an industrial estate in Eastbourne, East Sussex, on 26 July 2021 when locals raised the alarm.
Inspector Georgina Bowles said: “There were concerns...
Dogs die in hot cars reminder as lockdown is eased
Animal welfare charities are urging the public not to risk their dogs’ lives as the weather warms up and the government lifts some of the lockdown restrictions in England.
The Dogs Die in Hot Cars coalition group is launching this year’s campaign just a week after the Government eased lockdown...
Cats Protection has launched hands-free homing scheme
Cats Protection has launched a new Hands-Free Homing scheme to allow potential owners to adopt a cat online while centres remain closed to the public.
Prospective owners keen to share their homes with a furry companion can browse the cats on offer via the charity’s website at www.cats.org.uk/hands-free-homing.
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Fox cub gets head stuck in ceramic vase
A fox cub found himself outfoxed by a vase after getting his head stuck inside a ceramic pot.
RSPCA animal collection officer, Joe White was called to Dengayne, Basildon on Tuesday (12 May) after a resident found the distressed cub stuck fast in a ceramic vase.
Joe said: “The woman found...
15% of dogs abandoned during lockdown are Staffies
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are most likely to be abandoned during lockdown, as RSPCA sees an average of 19 dog abandonments daily.
The RSPCA has received more than 1,600 reports of abandonment animals across England and Wales since lockdown began and more than 800 of these were about dogs.
The charity has...
Pets have helped our mental health in lockdown, study reveals
Over half of pet owners say that despite the Covid-19 situation, their mental wellbeing is surprisingly positive, according to research.
The research, which is released to mark Mental Health Awareness Week (18th-24th May) reveals that 43% of pet owners put their positive mental wellbeing down to spending time with their...
Picture of rescue rabbits look like they are home schooling
An adorable picture of a family of rabbits rescued by the RSPCA in Berkshire looks like the mum is giving a home school lesson.
The Beatrix Potter style snap would strike a chord with many a harassed parent around the country as the chance picture of the family makes it...
2.7 million pet owners told by vets their pets are overweight...
New research from Direct Line Pet Insurance* reveals pet obesity is on the rise across the UK with 2.7 million pet owners being told by vets their pets are overweight in the last year.
Of the 2.7 million pet owners, 1.7 million are dog owners and 1 million are cat...
Leading animal welfare charities urge owners of unneutered cats to help...
Animal welfare charities warn hundreds more unwanted kittens could be born during coronavirus lockdown.
Each year animal welfare charities see an influx of kittens coming into their care between the months of May and September, known as ‘kitten season’.
The UK has been facing a cat overpopulation crisis for many years...
A Shih Tzu finds his forever home after waiting almost a...
A diabetic Shih Tzu from Dogs Trust Shoreham has finally found his forever home in Guildford after finding fame in the local media to help find his ‘pawfect match’.
Dogs Trust Shoreham appealed for a new home for six-year old Alfie earlier this year, after he had been waiting...
Warning to owners after cat suffers horrific injury during clap for...
Pet owners are being warned to be extra vigilant during Thursday’s clap for the NHS after a terrified cat suffered a horrific tail injury while hiding in a reclining sofa.
Much-loved, family pet, Max was cowering inside the sofa after fleeing when he was startled by fireworks being set off...
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Woman forced to choose between her beloved cat or hoe as...
Animal welfare charity, Battersea, is calling on the public to support the Renters’ Rights Bill ahead of its upcoming discussions in Parliament, highlighting the real-life struggles of renters like Ailish, who have faced heartbreaking decisions due to restrictive pet policies.
The Renters’ Rights Bill, which includes vital provisions for pet...
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