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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...

Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.  This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
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Dog lover and rescue dog on countdown to Cardiff half-marathon ...

A Jack Russell adopted from Dogs Trust Bridgend is joining her Pontypridd owner on his final few training runs as he prepares to take on the Cardiff Half Marathon on 1 October to raise money for the charity and support other dogs to find their forever homes. Rosie, now three,...
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World-first Yorkshire Embassy opens in London… for dogs!

London dogs and their owners experienced the joys of God’s Own Country – at a Yorkshire Embassy for pups in the heart of the capital.  Pooches claimed ‘dual gnash-ionality’ with an edible passport, stamped by TV’s The Yorkshire Vet’s Peter Wright, overseen by Ambassa-dog Yorkshire Terry the Yorkshire Terrier. They...
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RHS Chelsea Garden opens its doors at Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre

RSPCA Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre is inviting the public through its doors to take a peek at its award-winning RHS Chelsea Garden. The stylish garden, designed by Martyn Wilson, has been relocated to the wildlife centre near Nantwich, in Cheshire, after making its mark during the RHS Chelsea Flower Show...
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RSPCA tackles heartbreaking cases of cruelty and abandonment of guinea pigs

The RSPCA is seeking homes for hundreds of unwanted and cruelly treated guinea pigs who have arrived at the animal charity’s centres and branches this year. Many of those pets have been cruelly abandoned in precarious locations, while others have been given up because their owners have become overwhelmed after...
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Love for Luna – Top puppy names by breed!

Finding the perfect name for your puppy can be an exciting but tough task. Whether you're drawn to a sentimental name or want to pick the cutest name for your adorable pooch, it's helpful to know the trendiest names for your furry companion. Keep in mind that these popular names...
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Zen has spent almost 650 days in RSPCA kennels and never...

A dog who was born in kennels is nearing the heartbreaking milestone of 650 days in RSPCA care - and has never had a home to call his own. Zen’s mum was part of an RSPCA cruelty case and he was born in RSPCA kennels around Christmas 2021. He was then...
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Major milestone reached as 2 million dogs vaccinated against rabies

In a major milestone in the global fight against rabies, over two million dogs have now been vaccinated, including many in key regions such as India, Malawi, Cambodia, Zambia, Ghana and Thailand. This turning point has been announced by Worldwide Veterinary Service (WVS), a subsidiary of the charity Dogs Trust,...
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Top 10 beaches for four-legged friends to enjoy this autumn when...

Many beaches are closed to dogs from 1 May – 30 September nationwide each year. But once 1 October hits when the restrictions are lifted and temperatures are cooler and more comfortable for a pooch, it's the ideal time to hit the beach with the hound. Just some of the...
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Nearly 900 pets ‘kept in loving homes’ thanks to Purina x...

More than £75,000 of veterinary treatments have already been provided to owners in need thanks to an innovative partnership between the RSPCA and petcare company Purina. The charity's frontline inspectorate and Purina have teamed up to help struggling owners through the cost of living crisis. The 'Better Together Fund' - which...
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Autumn tips for pet owners

With dark nights starting to creep in and temperatures getting cooler, autumn brings with it many challenges for pets and their owners. At this time of year, we see the start of the fireworks season and Halloween, which can be stressful for many pets. Being aware of hazards for your...
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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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Vets issue urgent warning as UK temperatures set to plummet: Is...

Vets are urging dog owners to rethink their winter walking routines as the UK faces dropping temperatures in November. With temperatures forecast close to freezing, knowing when it's too cold to walk your dog has become a critical safety issue for the nation's pet owners. Pet sitting platform, TrustedHousesitters, in...