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RSPCA appeal after two kittens are found in a wheelie bin...

The RSPCA is asking the public to come forward with information about two kittens who were found in a cat carrier in a wheelie bin in Darlington.  The young cats were discovered after a householder heard meowing coming from the bin to the rear of properties in Chelmsford Street and...
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International Friendship Day: Pawfect Pals

In the run up to International Friendship Day (30th July), research from Nature’s Variety has revealed that pets really are man’s best friend. The findings show that 52% of pet parents confess to greeting their dog or cat before their partner or children when returning home, and 41% would even...
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Dogs Trust welcomes inclusion of abusive behaviour impacting pets in new...

Dogs Trust, has welcomed newly released Domestic Abuse Act guidance which formally recognises that control of a person’s financial situation, impacting their ability to care for a pet (limiting access to food, vet care), constitutes economic abuse, a form of domestic abuse. Through Dogs Trust’s Freedom Project - a specialist...
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Dog who broke pelvis and punctured lung falling from fourth-floor window...

A Shar pei whose life hung in the balance after falling from a fourth-floor - breaking her pelvis and puncturing her lung - is now loving life in her new home after her miraculous survival. RSPCA inspector Justin Stubbs was on call in Bedfordshire when he was called to a...
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Warning to dog owners over adder bite danger

Agria Pet Insurance and The Kennel Club have joined forces to warn of the dangers to dogs from adder bites this summer. According to claims handled by Agria Pet Insurance, April to September is the most common time for dogs to be bitten by the UK’s only venomous snake. Bella, a...
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How to tell if your pet is anxious

With most Covid-19 restrictions now being lifted in the UK, this could mean a return to work for many pet owners. Some pets may find this time stressful after being with their owners 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The Pet Food Manufacturers Association reported 3.2 million pets were...
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RSPCA issues collar warning after cat is rescued with awful injury

The RSPCA has issued a warning over the dangers of cat collars after a cat is left with an awful injury. Black and white cat Geoff was found straying in Zetland Road, Stockton-on-Tees last month with his leg caught in his flea collar which had caused a nasty injury as...
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Hot Dog Summer! Seven tips to keep your pooch safe and...

With warmer days ahead, it’s important that we are giving the same care to our furry friends as we do the rest of our families. To help ensure our pooches have a pawsome time, experts at Canine Cottages have pulled together seven top tips to ensure your dog is safe...
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Prepare your pandemic puppy for life after lockdown

As Covid restrictions lift in England from today (19 July), Dogs Trust is urging dog owners not to forget their four-legged friends, who still have plenty of ‘firsts’ to experience in the big wide world.   Since the pandemic began in March 2020, demand for dogs has increased and many people have welcomed a four-legged friend into their lives. To help owners...
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Animals at Jimmy’s Farm tuck into free food from Supreme Petfoods

Generosity reigns in the heart of Suffolk as Supreme Petfoods is providing free food for some of the smaller creatures at Jimmy’s Farm. A familiar setting from the well-known TV series, Jimmy’s Farm is home to many different species of animals and is situated just outside Ipswich. Supreme Petfoods is...
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How to pamper your pet to look and feel their best...

After a long lockdown we could all use a little TLC this summer as we return back to normal - and that includes our furry friends. As our constant companions who have provided much needed love and support during these trying times, our deserving cats and dogs are due a...
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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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RSPCA appeal after four cockapoos abandoned in Staffordshire are rescued 

Four cockapoos found abandoned in Alrewas, Staffordshire have been rescued by the RSPCA, and an appeal for information has been launched by the charity. The four dogs - all female - were found tied to a gate in the middle of a quarry off Barley Green Lane by a passing...