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RSPCA in Kent appeals to find homes for overlooked black cats 

The RSPCA in Kent is appealing to find homes for six black, and black and white, cats who they believe have sadly been overlooked due to their coat colour. Giuseppe, Ernie, Thomas, Barrie, Scotch and Pip Pip are in the care of the RSPCA Canterbury and District Branch and have been looking...
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Labrador recovering after life-saving surgery to remove football sized tumour

A black Labrador is recovering after undergoing life-saving surgery to remove a 2Kg tumour the size of a football from her abdomen. Lucy, the six-year-old Labrador was brought into Blue Cross’s rehoming centre in Burford, Oxfordshire for rehoming after her owner passed away. Staff at the centre were shocked when they...
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Finding your local natural healthcare stockiest is now easy

Due to the increasing demand to find local Nutravet stockists, the natural animal health company have recently introduced a new ‘Where to Buy’ section on their website. The new section provides visitor’s instant access to details of Nutravet stockists across the UK. Nutravet managing Director, Matthew Shaw, said: “Nutravet products are...
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Award-winning pet insurance company among key sponsors for DogFest 2018

DogFest 2018 has announced their key sponsor partnerships for this year’s events, which include The Big Tick Project and Animal Friends Pet Insurance. Tens of thousands of dog lovers are set to attend the ultimate festival for dogs, which returns this summer for its fifth year with three UK dates. The...
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Owners are urged to take care of pets as temperatures soar...

The RSPCA received 241 call in just six days, as the UK enjoys some of the hottest days of the year. After just one week of warm weather the animal charity has already received 241 calls between April 14 and April 19. Last year the RSPCA received 7,199 calls about...
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Dogs Trust Merseyside shine a light on misunderstood homeless hounds

Dogs Trust Merseyside is holding its first Greyhound & Lurcher Awareness week after more than ever being cared for at the rehoming centre. Almost a quarter of the 81 homeless hounds currently at the rehoming centre in Huyton are Greyhounds and Lurchers. The awareness week will start on Monday (23 April)...
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Missing cat takes 60-mile trip in delivery lorry

A cat who had been missing since Easter has now been reunited with his owner thanks to him being micro-chipped. Dexter managed to climb into a supermarket delivery lorry and took a 60-mile round trip before hopping back out at the warehouse in Sheffield. The driver of the Morrisons lorry had...
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Wobbly cat found at caravan park had two air gun pellets...

A stray cat who started to get ‘wobbly’ on her back legs is being cared for by the RSCPA after vets found she had two air gun pellets lodged in her body. The animal welfare charity were called to Coghurst Hall Holiday Park in Hastings, East Sussex on 9 April...
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Owners to step up to the My Big Walkies Challenge

The RSPCA is challenging animal lovers who enjoy walkies to take 10,000 steps every day in June to raise vital funds for animal welfare. My Big Walkies will help to raise funds to help the RSPCA continue to rescue animals, as well as remind owners of the benefits of walking...
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Mayhew to hold month of fundraising in May

London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew is holding a month of fundraising fun in May. The fundraising will help the charity to continue their vital, life-saving work to help abandoned, neglected and vulnerable cats and dogs, as well as owners in need, both in the UK and overseas. During Month of Mayhew,...
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Johnson’s Veterinary announce new size of award winning range

Johnson’s Veterinary Products Ltd have added to their award winning 4fleas range for dogs and cats with the introduction of an additional size of their Action 4fleas Spot-on solution for dogs. The new size aims to meet the demand from retailers and their customers in view of the growing popularity...
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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...

Experts reveal dangers in the garden and safe alternatives for your veg patch 

The garden is a great place for pets and owners alike to relax and exercise – however, research shows around 7.8 million dogs in...

How to keep your pet calm at the vet

Going to the vets is essential in keeping your pet healthy. That’s why it’s so important to schedule and attend regular appointments.  Sadly, for some...

The best gadgets to have if you leave your pet alone in your rental

Being a pet owner has numerous perks, but it also comes with a few hurdles, especially if you live in a rental. For one,...

Hitting the road with your dog squad

Taking a trip with your dog can turn an average journey into an epic road trip. But, when you've got more than one furry...
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Dogs Trust Leeds urges dog owners to plan ahead for their...

Dog owners are being urged to plan ahead when it comes to making sure their faithful four-legged friend is loved and looked after if something happens to them.    Earlier this year ten-month-old Yorkshire Terrier Cross, Finn, arrived at Dogs Trust Leeds via the charity’s Canine Care Card, when his owner’s circumstances...