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How to spot hypothermia in pets
With the frosty season in full swing, PDSA vets have issued advice for all owners on spotting the signs of hypothermia in pets, and what to do should a worst-case scenario happen.
PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing explains: “Hypothermia is when a pet’s body temperature drops dangerously low. It can...
Transform your garden into a pet haven this summer
With summer here and warm, sunny days ahead, it's the perfect time for Brits to enjoy their gardens. In fact, 42% of UK residents garden as a hobby, spending an average of two hours per week tending to their outdoor spaces.
For pet owners, however, taking care of the garden...
Dog rescued from fighting gang is ‘gentle giant’ who loves people
A dog who was saved from a life of fighting is continuing to love life in London with his new family after being successfully rehomed.
Cane corso Beau was one of several dogs rescued from Lincolnshire in 2017 as part of an RSPCA investigation into dog fighting. He was taken into private...
Ten ways to celebrate International Cat Day on 8 August 2024
They’re one of the UK’s favourite pets, with 11 million cats owned by over a quarter of households – so it’s only right they get their own celebration with International Cat Day on 8 August.
This year’s event is all about the bond between cats and their owners, so charity...
How to avoid a trip to the vet over the summer...
With the summer holidays upon us, the RSPCA is reminding pet-owners to take extra precautions to ensure our furry friends stay safe and comfortable during the warmer months.
Here are some essential tips to keep your pets healthy and happy this summer:
Consider travel plans
If you are planning to travel with your pets,...
Your guide to Guide Dogs and Beyond: Celebrating diversity this International...
International Assistance Dog Week runs from 4th - 10th August 2024, led by the not-for-profit coalition, Assistance Dogs International (ADI).
This year, pet insurer Agria is seizing the opportunity to draw attention to the important role of the UK’s assistance dogs and generate greater financial support for their work.
There are currently 5,904...
Blue Cross marks feeding over 3m pets for a day with...
Today national pet charity Blue Cross is marking the milestone of having helped feed over three million pets for a day through its pet food banks.
The charity is urging people to make use of the service, which with the support of the Pets at Home Foundation, has fed three...
Lonely long-stay lurchers need new homes – after a two year...
Two lonely lurchers are still waiting for new homes after more than two years.
Alvin and Victor are at the RSPCA’s Warrington, Halton & St Helens Branch while they wait for new families to adopt them. Alvin has been at the branch for 824 days and Victor for 798 days.
They are both looking for separate homes.
Katie...
Neglect of XL Bullies up 230% since ban
The RSPCA says more XL Bullies are suffering since being banned in England and Wales six months ago, with reports of intentional harm and neglect towards the type of dog now soaring.
Exclusive RSPCA figures reveal that reports of neglect relating to XL Bully types reported to the charity have gone up...
Volunteers celebrate an incredible 50 years of helping rehome dogs
Two dog-loving volunteers from Shrewsbury are celebrating 25 years of being volunteer dog-walkers at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury – by walking even more dogs.
In 1999 a pint of milk cost just 34p, only 20% of the UK population were thought to have internet access and the average house price was...
Blue-green algae alert: Pet health expert warns over toxic threat to...
With the UK currently basking in warmer weather, a recent outbreak of blue-green algae has led a leading pet health expert to warn how the algae can be harmful to humans and fatal to dogs.
Veterinary and nutrition consultant from Burns Pet Nutrition, Emily Boardman warns that dogs can become...
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Appeal to pay for lifesaving surgery for dog left tied to...
A local RSPCA branch is appealing for funds to cover the £3,000 surgery to rid a rescue dog of cancer.
Six-year-old springer spaniel Daisy was taken in by the RSPCA in October after she’d been found tied to a tree in Kent.
She’s now being cared for by RSPCA Essex South, Southend & District Branch in Essex.
Mette...
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