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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...
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Puppy dumped in handbag tied to charity shop door handle

A tiny puppy who was found with his front legs tied together and dumped in a handbag is winning over the hearts of RSPCA staff caring for him. Eight-week old Radley was found by a member of the public in the early hours of Monday morning (17 September). The RSPCA received...
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Cat-owner finds homemade blow darts in her pet

A cat-owner has told of her shock after her pet returned home with what appeared to be home-made blow darts stuck in him. The owner was shocked as the incident comes five years after a similar bizarre incident happened to her other cat. The mother-of-two, of Stanley Drive, Bramcote, Nottingham, let...
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New cat rehoming centre opens its doors

A new cat rehoming centre has opened in south west London to help find forever homes for cats in need. The RSPCA Wimbledon, Wandsworth and Sutton District branch has opened the new centre next door to the RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital, to provide a base for the branch and also...
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The Dog Treat Company launch new all-natural treat tubes

With one in three dogs still deemed as clinically obese, dog treats, as well as food are starting to focus on a ‘healthier living’ regime. With this in mind, The Dog Treat Company has launched new eco-friendly treat tubes, which are all-natural, wheat, grain, and gluten-free, and hand-baked in small...
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Member of Parliament meets Dogs Trust VIPs (very Important Pooches)

Member of Parliament for Ruislip, Northwood and Pinner, Nick Hurd, visited Dogs Trust West London on Friday (14 September). Mr Hurd was given a tour of the rehoming centre, based in Harefield and met a number of dogs currently awaiting their forever homes, including Dan the two-year old Trail hound. Following...
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New research revels top pet-friendly airlines

New research compiled by Compare the Market reveals the most pet-friendly airlines for any owners wishing to take their four-legged friends on holiday. With winter fast approaching, many of us will be thinking of some winter sun or dreaming about hitting the ski slopes. However, many pet owners will also...
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Kitten rescued from under bonnet of car at an MOT testing...

A routine MOT test became trickier for a Nottingham mechanic when he discovered a kitten trapped under the bonnet of the car. Mechanic Phil Hardy made the discovery when he lifted up the bonnet of the car to carry out some work and was shocked to see the trapped female...
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Tortoiseshell cat waits nearly seven months for forever home

A tortoiseshell cat has been in RSPCA care for more than 200 days, waiting to find her forever home. Honey, an eight-year old cat was taken into RSPCA care in February when she was left behind when her owners moved out. When the new people moving into the home, they...
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Dog owners invited to take part in national charity dog walk...

Pets As Therapy are hosting a charity dog walk to raise awareness of the work undertaken by the national charity. The charity walk will take place in Edinburgh and is supported by Orvis Edinburgh, who will provide a meeting point and guide for the walk, as well as host a...
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Big friendly giant (BFG’s) pooches looking forever homes this Roald Dahl...

This Roald Dahl Day (13 September), Dogs Trust Canterbury is currently home to their very own BFG’s (big, friendly giants). Hoping that they will soon find the golden ticket to a forever home, these pooches are optimistic new owners will see that big is beautiful too. Diego is a six-year old...
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Top tips for puppy training

Puppy training can be extremely beneficial if started as soon as you bring them home. It not only helps to introduce good behaviour, but...

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...
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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...