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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...
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Purring engine! RSPCA rescue kitten trapped inside chassis

A car engine was found to be purring for a good reason in Stockton-on-Tees - a little kitten was found to be trapped in the chassis! A passerby heard squeaking and crying coming from under a Ford Fiesta in the car park of a row of shops on Sunningdale Drive...
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Help pets cope with impending anxiety pandemic as we approach Freedom...

There’s a new pandemic on the horizon – an anxiety one for pets, and it’s only going to get worse unless pet parents act now, according to a leading pet behaviourist and Hill’s Pet Nutrition. This last year has seen a surge in people making their first pet addition to...
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PDSA vets walk over 2,000 miles to raise money for charity

Twenty-eight staff members from Huyton and Kirkdale PDSA Pet Hospitals have walked 2,076 miles – to raise money for pets in need. Vet Helen Allwood from Huyton PDSA, The Thomas Williams Centre, said: “Since Covid-19 hit the UK in March last year we have been working hard on the frontline...
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Puppy farmers bred and imported dogs, falsified paperwork and sold sick...

Two people have been sentenced for their roles in a ‘sophisticated’ operation breeding and importing sick puppies to sell to unsuspecting members of the public and conning them out of an estimated £250,000. The RSPCA’s Special Operations Unit (SOU) - a specialist team which investigates serious and organised animal crime...
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Campaign calls for dogs to raise £1 million for UK dog...

This August, the UK’s very first Wagathon™, the marathon for dogs raising money for other dogs, is taking place. In a unique twist, the dogs taking part will be the ones signing up and being sponsored, rather than the owner. The fundraising platform Give as you Live Donate is...
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Blind rescue moggy and her ‘guide cat’ are looking for their...

Two cats who came into the care of the RSPCA Canterbury and District branch after their owners could no longer care for them are now looking for their forever home. Kiki and Pippin arrived at the centre in Kent in May this year after their previous owners could no longer...
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Top tips for holidaying with your dog

For many pet owners their four-legged friend is part of the family and that includes when it comes to going on holiday. It’s never nice to have to leave your beloved pet in kennels while you’re enjoying yourself on holiday. Taking your dog on holiday with you can have many...
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Paws off the sweet treats this World Chocolate Day

Many of us might be enjoying a treat to celebrate World Chocolate Day (7 July) this year, but our furry friends definitely shouldn’t be joining in. Vet charity PDSA is warning pet owners about the dangers of chocolate after a seven-month-old German Shepherd, Narla needed life-saving treatment after she ate...
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Feline Pancytopenia – Senior Vet advises what to look out for

Senior Veterinary Advisor at Agria Pet Insurance advises cat owners on signs of Feline Pancytopenia A current recall of some cat food brands is in place due to a possible link to the condition Feline Pancytopenia. Affected cats present with a very low red and white blood cell count, which...
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New research reveals hot walks are biggest risk of heat-related illness...

As temperatures soar, experts warn of dangers of inappropriately exercising dogs especially if these are flat-faced breeds and offer advice on keeping your dog safe  Dog owners, especially those of flat faced breeds such as English Bulldogs, Pugs and French Bulldogs, have been urged by a coalition of dog welfare experts and organisations, to take...
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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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Blossom the dog saved by PDSA after dog attack left her...

A loveable Maltese cross dog named Blossom was saved by PDSA vets after suffering extensive wounds to her neck and chest from another dog, while out on a walk. The seven-year-old dog, whose favourite pastime is shredding her owner’s post, was being walked by a friend when out of nowhere...