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Ban for man who was caught using ‘harsh discipline’ on his...
A man from Greater London who admitted using harsh disciplinary and training methods on his dog has been banned from keeping canines for seven years after a prosecution by the RSPCA.
Daniel Kirwan of Rosslyn Crescent, Harrow, pleaded guilty to one offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and appeared...
Organisers of Rabbit Awareness Week celebrate success of neutering campaign
Burgess Pet Care, the organisers behind the Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW), are celebrating the success of this year’s neutering themed campaign, with 98% of veterinary professionals surveyed stating that RAW continues to have a positive impact on the care of rabbits in the UK.
The survey, which was conducted by...
Appeal after kitten ‘thrown from vehicle’ in Cheshire undergoes surgery
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a kitten believed to have been thrown from a moving vehicle suffered serious injury.
The six-week-old, who has been named Winston by volunteers at RSPCA Crewe and Nantwich Branch, is now making a good recovery after his ordeal.
He was spotted by delivery driver...
RNLI and Dogs Trust team up to keep the nation’s dogs...
As millions are set to flock to the seaside to make the most of the warm weather, two of the UK’s leading charities – Dogs Trust and the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) – have teamed up to ensure our canine friends and their owners stay safe on the...
Survey reveals the health improvements in pets since switching to a...
Raw pet food and wellbeing company Bella & Duke have run their annual Health & Happiness survey, speaking to 1,399 dog owners, 212 cat owners and 33 cat and dog owners to concretely understand the beneficial impact its customers have seen since switching to a raw diet for their...
Over half of puppies and kittens seek vet care within their...
More than one in two puppies and kittens (56%) have needed veterinary treatment within the first couple of years of their lives, with seven percent requiring surgery and 2% passing away before they turned two.
The research, by London’s first all-inclusive vet clinic Snoots Vet, also found that more than...
Cat collared by drainage piping is rescued by the RSPCA
The RSPCA came to the rescue of a cat who was found with piping around her neck after going missing miles from her County Durham home.
Curiosity got the better of Lila as she ended up not only miles away from her owners in Chester-le-Street, but in a fix after...
Vet gives the low-down on Foxtail Grass dangers
Dog owners have described Foxtail Grass as “Vile, vicious and evil”.
But, why are pet owners so concerned and, what exactly is it and what can we do to protect our pets? Dr Jo Myers, veterinarian on platform Vetster, explains all below.
What is Foxtail Grass and why is it dangerous?
Foxtail...
New figures by RSPCA reveal, cruelty to cats increased by 25%...
Five cats a day are suffering at the hands of humans - with reports of cruelty to cats increasing by 25% last year.
The RSPCA has today released figures which show, in 2022, the number of reports made to the charity about intentional harm to cats was 1,726 - around...
How to keep your pet safe on your next staycation
As schools break up for the annual summer holidays, families across the country will be preparing to head off on day trip adventures and drivable breaks. And with bustling cityscapes, beautiful beaches and picturesque countryside, the UK is the perfect spot for staycations.
But if you plan to take your pooch...
Abandoned Essex dog preparing to shine at International Agility Festival
Jeff Webster from Essex, and his dog, Beauden, are set to compete at the world’s largest dog agility competition, The Kennel Club’s International Agility Festival, for the very first time this August, having overcome the odds.
Beauden had a sad start to life before his agility career after being found...
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Charity helps save life of ‘hero’ retired police dog
A charity helped save the life of a heroic retired police dog when she fell seriously ill and needer emergency life-saving surgery.
Belgian Malinois RPD Fiji, 12, joined Surrey Police as a puppy and spent six years working with the Surrey and Sussex Joint Dog Unit as a general purpose...
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