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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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Hill’s launch prescription Diet Gastrointestinal Biome

Hill’s Pet Nutrition has launched Prescription Diet Gastrointestinal Biome, a revolutionary diet addressing dire-responsive digestive disorders in dogs and cats. The first-of-its-kind, great-tasting nutrition includes ActiveBiome+, a breakthrough technology that actively promotes regular healthy stools and supports digestive health in pets. Hill’s nutritionists and veterinarians are at the forefront of...
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RSPCA reveal their very own popular pet names

As the ONS unveils 2018’s most popular baby names, the RSPCA reveals the top names for animals taken in by the charity last year. The Office of National Statistics have released their top baby names of 2018 with Oliver and Olivia remaining top of the list. However, neither name makes the...
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Senior Staffies at Dogs Trust Shoreham go back to (dog) school

Proving that you can teach older dogs’ new tricks, a loveable pair of senior Staffie’s are embracing student life and enrolling at Dogs Trust Dog School, Sussex. The older pooches will be attending classes held at the Dogs Trust Shoreham Rehoming Centre and are keeping their paws crossed that they’ll...
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Tubby cat abandoned in cat carrier in South Yorkshire

The RSPCA is appealing for information after an overweight cat was abandoned in a cat carrier in Sheffield. Tina, the black and white female cat, was found by a member of the public in Sunday (25 August) in Storrs Lane, Wortley. There were two cat carriers both with the doors...
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Dog lovers needed to lend a paw

Dogs Trust Kenilworth is calling on local dog owners to lend a paw and volunteers to help homeless hounds. Although the charity has a dedicated team of staff, Dogs Trust Kenilworth also relies on the support of its centre-based volunteers who have given in excess of 7,000 hours to the...
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RSPCA appeals for information after rabbits dumped in playing fields

The RSPCA is appealing for information after it is believed four rabbits were abandoned over the scorching bank holiday weekend. Three of the rabbits were discovered in Havengore, Basildon, Essex on Monday (26) August in a playing field. The fourth rabbit was collected a day later from the same spot,...
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Brush up on dental care for Pet Smile Month

September marks National Pet Smile Month and PDSA is raising awareness of pet dental care. Brushing our teeth is a normal part of our daily routine and something that our pets need too. With dental disease a common problem for many of our beloved animals, the vet charity is encouraging...
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New research shows abandoned pets finding new homes is on the...

The number of people who claim they would get their pet from a rehoming centre is on the increase, according to new research. When asked where they would get their next pet from, nearly half if people said a rehoming centre or animal shelter, whilst only one in ten said...
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Older dog seeks new home

An elderly dog has found himself looking for a forever home once more after his owner sadly passed away. Spot, the twelve-year-old Jack Russell Terrier first came into Dogs Trust’s rehoming centre in Evesham as a youngster 11 years ago after being found as a stray but was soon rehomed....
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Pets are guests at almost half of weddings, survey reveals

A survey commissioned by The Insurance Emporium revealed that pets feature as a guest in almost half of weddings in the UK. Over 40% of those surveyed even said the pet had been the star turn of their wedding, with animals getting up to all sorts of entertaining capers. Having 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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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...