The RSPCA is bracing for an influx of unwanted kittens coming into its care this kitten season. Kitten season, when most litters of kittens are born, runs from May to September, and often sees charities like the RSPCA overwhelmed with cats and kittens coming into its rescue centres. Cats were the...

A 100kg mastiff called Galahad - who made news around the world after a Dogs Trust appeal to find his forever home - has been adopted. Galahad is the biggest-ever dog cared for at Dogs Trust Canterbury Rehoming Centre and the same weight as a baby elephant. The friendly four-year-old boy has had a lot of change in his life, so it was very important to find him the perfect match. He’s been living with his...

A man has been banned from keeping all animals for life and sentenced to an eighteen week suspended prison sentence following a prosecution brought by the RSPCA. Mark Anthony Booth (DOB 11/12/1985) of Wingfield Road, Rotherham, was sentenced at Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 8 June. He pleaded guilty to three...

From rolling around in puddles to playtime at the beach, our furry friends certainly love to get their fur wet when out and about. But which wet dog takes the crown as the cutest? A new and un-fur-gettable competition by dog-friendly holiday specialist Canine Cottages reveals once and for all...

Fresh data has revealed the astronomical increase in price of many of Britain’s favourite pups, reaching never-before-seen heights. Insights by pet experts 4Paws show that the cost of an English Bulldog has soared to £1804, the same as a 10 day, all-inclusive 4* holiday to Portugal with Thomas Cook. Then you’ve...

The RSPCA and fire services rescued a young cat which was stuck in a tree about 25ft high. Animal Rescue Officer (ARO) Julie Parsons attended on Sunday (6 June) in Upper Hollingdean Road, Brighton, along with the fire services after reports that a cat had been stuck up a tree...

With may of us enjoying more time outside, hay fever is prevelent this time of year, but it's not just us humans that can suffer. Many might not realise that our poor pets can suffer with seasonal allergies too. As a result of the pandemic, it’s recently been reported that...

Our pets are the hearts of our homes. They have their favourite nooks for sleeping in, areas to play in, and like nothing more than to guard our gardens with an air of pride and bounce in their steps. In creating such a homey atmosphere for our beloved pets, we...

Natural dog food brand, Barking Heads has announced an exclusive partnership with the UK’s most dog-friendly music festival, Standon Calling. The partnership marks the first time the Hertfordshire-based music festival and Barking Heads have joined forces to deliver a completely new experience for festival goers and their four-legged friends. This year’s...

The RSPCA South Cotswolds branch is hoping to find loving forever homes for three of its ‘loneliest hearts’ being cared for by the charity. Barbossa, Gordon and Quentin are all cats looking to find homes after they came into the care of The Cotswolds Cats and Dogs Home recently. Haley Medlock,...