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Pet dog left untreated for weeks with chronic ear infections and...

A woman from Greater Manchester who failed to get veterinary treatment for her dog who was suffering from chronic ear and skin issues has been disqualified from keeping animals for five years. Emma Conway of Southfield Drive in Westhoughton, was handed the ban after appearing for sentencing at Wigan Magistrates Court...
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Northumberland dog hit by train after being spooked by fireworks  

A dog owner from Northumberland is urging caution this fireworks season, following the devastating loss of her family’s beloved Bearded Collie.  Michelle Kennedy and her family, from Berwick-upon-Tweed, were devasted after her dad, Michael, left for a walk on Bonfire Night in 2017 with their two Bearded Collies, and only...
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Young cats abandoned zipped up in bag

The RSPCA is caring for two young cats and appealing for information after they were abandoned on the outskirts of Leeds. A woman was walking her dog in the woods off Moor Knoll Lane, East Ardsley, on Tuesday afternoon (October 29) when she spotted a gym bag and thought it...
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Cuddly dog hits 400 days in RSPCA care

A sweet and active dog who has spent 400 days in RSPCA care is looking for someone to be her ‘big spoon’. Two-year-old Jamie was taken in by the team at the RSPCA’s York Animal Home in September last year after she was abandoned outside the centre, which is run by the York, Harrogate...
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Animal Welfare lead and PhD student join Burgess Excel Vet Awards’...

Two guest judges will join this year’s judging panel for the Burgess Excel Vet Awards, which celebrate the nation’s veterinary practices, vets and nurses who are dedicated to improving the lives of domestic rabbits and guinea pigs in the UK. Matthew Gough, Head of Operations at Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare,...
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Dogs Trust partners with Magic Classical for the perfect canine calming Bonfire...

Ahead of next week’s Bonfire Night, Magic Classical radio has teamed up with the UK’s leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust, to provide the perfect playlist to help calm dogs that find the noise of fireworks distressing.   Magic Classical’s Calming Pet Sounds, in partnership with Dogs Trust, includes Pachelbel’s Canon,...
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Howling hounds and creepy cats: Pet experts debunk spooky superstitions this...

As autumn nights grow longer and Halloween draws nearer, pet experts are shedding light on some of the most persistent superstitions about our furry companions.  TrustedHousesitters, the UK's leading pet-sitting platform, has gathered insights to separate fact from fiction in the animal world, addressing common beliefs about pets that often...
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New figures reveal black cats are three times more likely to...

Black cats are nearly three times more likely to come into RSPCA care than any other coat colour, according to new figures released by the charity. The RSPCA is caring for hundreds of black and black and white cats, across its centres and branches with 676 currently being cared for...
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Elderly cat ‘missing’ for 14 years is reunited with owner for...

The RSPCA reunited an elderly cat with her owner who ‘never gave up hope of seeing the feline again’ after she disappeared 14 years ago. The 20-year-old cat, called Charlotte, was living a semi-feral existence in Lambeth, six miles and across the Thames from her old home in Maida Vale....
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Whiz-Pup! Dogs Trust issues firework advice for owners 

Research from Dogs Trust has revealed that almost half of the UK’s dogs are affected by fireworks, and with displays expected across the country over the next few days, the UK’s leading dog welfare charity has issued advice to owners to help them support their canine companions through firework...
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Unwanted dog carries his favourite soft toys everywhere for comfort

A lonely dog who has been in rescue for almost a year carries his favourite soft toys everywhere. Five-year-old crossbreed Diesel has been with the RSPCA for 350 days - and is just a few weeks away from marking his one year milestone. He was rescued by RSPCA officers after suffering abuse but, despite his...
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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 animal centre looking for ‘extra special’ home for trio of inseparable...

The RSPCA is hoping to find an ‘extra special’ home for a trio of devoted cats who have come into the charity’s care following the sad death of their beloved owner.  Atlas, Taurus and Midnight arrived at Great Ayton Animal Centre in November and were understandably bewildered and scared at first after...