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Charity dog walk sets sights on Guinness World Records™ title

It’s a deluge of Dachshunds! Back to celebrate its fifth year, the Agria Dog Walk UK is set to make a splash with its inaugural Guinness World Records title attempt, aiming to break the record for Largest Dachshund Dog Walk this May. Taking place at Marble Hill House, London, the...
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Dog dumped over wall into barbed wire surprises rescuers by having...

A dog who was dumped over a wall into a tangle of barbed wire has surprised her rescuers by giving birth to a healthy puppy. The terrier - who has been named Ladybird by the RSPCA - was rescued from Levett Road, Barking, on 18 March.  RSPCA Inspector Lee Ricketts, who worked with...
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New Exhibition: Kennel Club rewinds time looking at dogs in ads

The Kennel Club Art Gallery, based in Mayfair, London, has unveiled a new exhibition, open to the public now, tracing canines featuring in commercials. The exhibition tracks the beginnings of marketing and advertising moguls discovering the enticing power of puppy dog eyes to sell products and delves deep into the...
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Pet owners are urged to stay vigilant as dog theft cases...

Every year in the UK, about 2,000 dogs are stolen. That's roughly 5 dogs taken from their owners every day.  These statistics not only highlight the alarming numbers of dog thefts but also emphasise the emotional distress for families and their beloved pets. Each stolen dog represents not just a...
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Ban for ‘equine business’ owners after pony and donkey found suffering...

A man and a woman from Yorkshire have been banned from keeping equines for 10 years after they were prosecuted by the RSPCA following an investigation into the neglect of horses and donkeys on farmland. Alan Riley (D.o.B 20/5/1970) and Sarah Nethercoat, (D.o.B 14/7/1989), both formerly of Park Avenue, Beverley,...
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Percuro Pet Food announce a partnership with The National Foundation for...

The global leading insect protein-based pet food company will collaborate with the NFRSA to help support the welfare needs of retired service animals through a feeding programme. The charitable organization, The National Foundation for Retired Service Animals will benefit from the donations supplied by the hypoallergenic pet food specialist as...
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UK owners spend up to £5,244 a year on treats

Pet parents are willing to spend a considerable amount on treating their beloved pets, new research finds, with the favourite human treats of pets revealed as kale, cheese, and broccoli. One in ten pet owners spend up to £5,244 a year (over 15% of their income) on pet food and...
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Water therapy helps rescue dog to learn to walk again –...

A young rescue dog has a new spring in his step following life-changing hydrotherapy treatment to help him walk pain-free. Two-year-old Ronnie, a golden retriever cross, has been receiving the water therapy after he was diagnosed with hip dysplasia, a painful condition that causes one or both hip joints to develop...
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From a life-threatening cleft palate…to playing cards

Eight-month-old, Dogue de Bordeaux, Noah is thriving thanks to dedicated individuals, complex surgery and a nutritious diet, after coming into a breed-specific rescue centre at just eight hours old with a cleft palate. Noah was brought into Bronson’s Angels Rescue, a non-profit organisation specifically helping Dogues de Bordeaux and Mastiffs...
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Nine-month-old former stray found covered in mites hopes to hop off...

Dogs Trust Merseyside is hoping that this Easter they can hunt out a forever home for one of their dogs with ears to rival Roger Rabbit.  Nine-months-old Dutch Shepherd Cross, Avy, arrived at the Huyton-based rehoming centre just before Christmas last year in a terrible state. But thanks to the...
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RSPCA pet food bank scheme which has served up 1.6m meals...

The RSPCA has today announced its successful Pet Food Bank Partnership is to be rolled out across England to ‘ensure no community goes without’ as the cost of living crisis continues to impact those struggling to feed themselves and their pets. The animal welfare charity has provided a staggering 1.6 million...
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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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Emergency fundraising appeal for dog rescued with ‘severe back deformity’

The RSPCA has launched an emergency fundraising appeal to help with the costs to care for a very special dog with a ‘severe back deformity’. Eleven-month-old crossbreed Herbert arrived at Martlesham Animal Centre, in Suffolk, last week after being rescued by RSPCAofficers. Now the team at Martlesham - run by the RSPCA...