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Proposed pet smuggling law could make ‘real difference’ to animal welfare...

The RSPCA is urging MPs to get behind legislation that hopes to tackle the smuggling of dogs, cats and ferrets into the UK as the Bill has its Second Reading tomorrow. Winchester MP and vet Danny Chambers (Lib Dem) is one of three MPs taking forward proposals for new animal...
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Battersea research reveals three quarters of UK’s renters may be unfairly...

A new research report from leading animal welfare charity Battersea highlights the difficulties facing tenants when it comes to pet ownership, with 50% of people struggling to find pet friendly properties. In the UK 23% (4.3 million) of all households now rent their home from private landlords. Demand for pet-friendly...
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Supaw moggie Morag is looking for the purrfect retirement home at...

An RSPCA animal centre in the West Midlands is looking for a special retirement home for a golden oldie called Morag, who has come into rescue at the grand old age of 21. The RSPCA’s Worcester and Mid Worcestershire branch took in the elderly feline after she was signed over...
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Rescue me! The lonely hearts hoping to find pawfect match this...

Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is hoping that these wonderful woofers won’t be in the Lonely Hearts club for much longer and they find their pawfect match ahead of the most romantic day of the year. These rescue dogs have all put paw to paper to write to ‘Cupawd’ in a hope...
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Review: Cool Cat Collars

Cool Cat Collars is a UK based company, which offers a wide range of handmade, stylish, and affordable cat collars. They offer lots of designs to choose from, which include superhero patterns, velvet, stripes, sparkly and leather. They even have a vegan friendly selection of collars, which are a bit...
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Paleo Ridge secures £2m funding to support expansion

Paleo Ridge, recognised as a leader in highly nutritious premium raw dog food, has secured a £2m investment from private equity firm, Ashridge Capital, to support its rapid expansion. The new investment will fund the opening of a new despatch and manufacturing facility, supporting the expansion of Paleo Ridge’s capabilities...
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The UK’s most in-love pooches have been revealed!

Ahead of Valentine’s Day, dog-friendly letting specialist, Canine Cottages launched a competition where you could win a free three-night stay from Monday 7th February in North Yorkshire with your pooch, their canine companion and their companions humans too - and the winner can now be revealed! The cottage, where the lucky...
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Lurcher puppy who was thrown over a fence and abandoned is...

A lurcher puppy who was found abandoned in a garden in Dartford with a severely injured leg - after he was callously thrown over a fence - is now recovering in RSPCA care. The ten month old lurcher, called Stanley, has been receiving treatment at the RSPCA Finsbury Park...
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New Rabbit Breeders ‘Cashing in on Lockdown’ Results in Rescues Being...

An increase in rabbit sales during the lockdown has resulted in thousands of rabbits being abandoned and dumped, causing a huge strain on rescue centres. Vet Times reported in March 2021 that sales of rabbits surpassed those of cats and dogs during the lockdown, an increase of 212% on the...
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Police dog charity searches for runners to help raise money

A national welfare charity that supports retired police dogs is appealing to runners who can help to raise some money to provide vital financial support to these unsung canine heroes.   The Thin Blue Paw Foundation – a charity that celebrates, protects and supports serving and retired police dogs across the...
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Roses are red, violets are blue, i’d rather cuddle the dog...

This Valentine’s Day, new research from leading pet food brand, Burns Pet Nutrition, has revealed that cuddling up with the dog (50%) tops cuddling up on the sofa with a partner (36%). Other fun facts show that pet-loving Brits are more likely to spend Valentine’s Night in bed with their...
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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...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life

A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA. Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...