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Deaf dog hopes to sniff out new home after 18-month wait
The team at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury is appealing for dog lovers to give a forever home to a deaf dog who was found as a stray and has been waiting for a new home for 18 months.
Charlie, now aged two, arrived at the rehoming centre as a very young...
Pet owners urge to check garden for these five toxic plants
As Spring blossoms across the UK, thoughts turn to transforming our gardens for the warmer months ahead.
With longer days beckoning us outdoors, it's no surprise that many of us are starting to plan how we'll transform our outdoor spaces just in time for BBQ season.
But for those with...
I’m a vet, and here’s how to tackle your pet’s separation...
Over 9 million dogs and cats in the UK have anxiety. Vet recommends five ways to tackle anxiety in pets.
Vets are urgently warning pet owners to address the alarming rise in pet separation anxiety, revealing the issue still hasn’t improved following the pandemic.
According to a survey on pet...
Insta-grim: Why the most popular dog breed on Instagram is the...
French bulldogs are popular on Instagram - but their ‘cute’ look comes at a cost
With 39 million posts, French bulldogs are the most ‘Instagrammable’ dog breed in the world - but behind the cute photos is a sinister health issue.
The RSPCA is raising awareness of the serious health complications...
This is The Mare and Foal Sanctuary’s favourite ‘Easter Bunnie’…
Who needs chocolate when you can have juicy carrots?
Who needs chocolate when you can have juicy carrots?
Bunnie the miniature pony is enjoying some treats from a special Easter carrot basket at The Mare and Foal Sanctuary in Devon, as part of her enrichment care.
Bunnie is a roan American Miniature...
Vet’s Easter warning: “Hot cross buns are TOXIC to your pets!”
Chocolate poisoning in dogs spikes by 123% over Easter Animal experts list other common Easter items that could be DEADLY
Popular Easter treats can have deadly consequences for your pet, UK vets warn, as they urge pet owners to be vigilant with flowers, food and decorations around the holiday.
According to...
Vicky Pattison gets her running shoes on for animal kindness
TV star takes on London Landmarks Half Marathon for RSPCA rescue centre
Television star and animal-lover Vicky Pattison is taking on the London Landmarks Half Marathon for an RSPCA rescue centre.
Vicky and her fiance, Ercan Ramadan, will be lacing up their running shoes on 7 April to join thousands of runners pounding...
Moving House With Pets
Moving house with a dog, cat or even rabbit can prove to be difficult if you fail to prepare them for the experience.
A pet's life is often based around routine so this process can be very stressful for them, no matter what the species. By organising simple strategies in...
Three cats abandoned in taped-up cardboard box in Kent
Three cats have been found inside a taped-up cardboard box and dumped by some bins in Gillingham, and the RSPCA is asking the public for their help.
The charity rescued the cats after a passerby collected the cardboard box - used to store crisp packets - and found three cats and...
Pet owners warned about dangers of Easter treats
Pet owners are being urged to keep their animals away from Easter treats to avoid them falling ill.
Treats such as chocolate can be dangerous to dogs and cats, leading to potentially serious symptoms if consumed.
Pet specialist WCF Pet & Equestrian, which has eight stores across the North of England...
‘Brave’ rescue dog donates blood to save vulnerable puppy’s life
A rescue dog who has spent 16 months waiting for a forever home showed his bravery when he donated blood to save the life of a sick puppy.
Five-year-old Taurus was rescued by the RSPCA with a large number of dogs in November 2022 and spent some time in police kennels before...
New study reveals that dozy Dachshunds are Britain’s laziest dogs
Dachshunds are Britain’s laziest pooches – resting for nearly 13 hours a day, a new study by Burns Pet Nutrition can reveal.
Renowned for their loyalty, brightness and devotion, these little-legged sidekicks enjoy lots of sleep, whether it's in their bed or naps on laps.
The survey of 2,000 UK pet owners asked...
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