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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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Orvis UK launch dog bed made from 250 recycled bottles

Fly fishing and outdoors brand, Orvis UK has launched an eco-friendly dog bed which aims to save an average of 15 million plastic bottles from polluting our oceans. While already giving 5% of pre-tax profits to nature and conservation projects, Orvis are now also incorporating recycling into its products where...
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Dogs treated to an interactive dream house by Lily’s Kitchen

Last weekend, Lily’s Kitchen brought to life the ‘House of Treats’, a free and fully interactive pop up event in London’s Belgravia. At the event, dogs pinching sock from the laundry, leaping into piles of leaves, and chilling on the sofa while snacking on their favourite treats was not only...
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Over 7 million UK pets suffer fireworks terror

Leading vet charity PDSA has found 7.3 million cats and dogs are afraid of fireworks, leaving the nation’s pets anxious and miserable during fireworks season. The PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report, the largest report of its kind, which is produced annually with YouGov, revealed that a shocking 40% of dogs...
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You can help two charities provide vital services this Christmas

Mayhew and Crisis, the national homelessness charity have once again teamed up to help people and animals affected by homelessness this Christmas. The two charities have worked together for 12 years and will shortly be releasing a new range of five virtual gift cards, designed to make a real...
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Introducing a fresh new look for Hill’s Science Plan

Hill’s Pet Nutrition has introduced a fresh new look for Hill’s Science Plan dog and cat range. The new pack design makes it even easier for pet parents to identify the variety of product available. The new design offers an updated look, with a string pet image focus on...
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Dog dumped as a puppy has been waiting for a new...

A dog who was found in a box at just one day old is in need of a loving new home for a second time – and has been sadly waiting at Dogs Trust for two years. Crossbreed Tia and her five brothers and two sisters still had their umbilical...
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Battersea’s werewolf has spent 300 days searching for a new home

Battersea’s very own ‘werewolf’ is trying to bust himself out of kennels this Halloween. Larry, who bears a striking resemblance to the mythical creature, found himself in the care of Battersea’s Brands Hatch centre last year after a change in his previous owner’s circumstances. The four-year old has now spent nearly...
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Spooktacular pets hope to find their own homes this Howloween

Howl-oween is here and a pack of fang-tastic pets are hoping to bewitch new owners and bag themselves a sweet home on a Fright Night. Shadow This sweet 13-year old Jack Russell terrier (pictured above) is a senior pooch that is full of life. He loves dinner time and treats and...
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PDSA vet removed sewing needle out of cat’s paw

The cause of a cat’s mystery paw pain was revealed after a 5cm long sewing needle was removed by vets at PDSA. Seven-year old Kedah from Chingford Mount was rushed into Ilford PDSA Pet Hospital after his owner Natalie Hillier spotted him limping across the living room. Natalie said: “Kedah...
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Puppy abandoned with broken leg transforms life of new owner

A woman with a series of life-threatening illnesses has defied the odds – and she says it’s all thanks to her rescue dog. Amanda Shaw from Yeadon has brittle asthma, psoriatic arthritis and Addison’s Disease and in 2015 had to stop working due to the pain she as in and...
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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...