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Even early summer temperatures can cause heat stroke, Dogs Trust warns...
With sunshine finally arriving in many parts of the UK, Dogs Trust, the nation’s largest dog welfare charity, is warning dog owners that too much exercise in warm weather – even as mild as those forecast for this weekend - can cause severe health problems for our canine companions.
While most dog...
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...
Just a handful of Cadbury’s Mini Eggs enough to be life-threatening...
Just six Cadbury’s Mini Eggs or one small chocolate egg could be enough to cause harm to your dog this Easter weekend, vets have warned.
The UK’s leading emergency vets, Vets Now, has revealed that they saw a 95% increase in cases over the Easter weekend, with an 85% increase...
Dogs Trust gives eggs-pert advice on how to have a dog-friendly...
With the bank holiday Easter weekend fast approaching, Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, is reminding dog owners to keep chocolate out of reach of our four-legged friends.
As Easter eggs and other tasty cocoa treats find their way into homes, the charity hopes to raise awareness of...
How the cost of living is changing the way the UK...
The way people interact with pets is changing as the price of pet ownership soars and those without their own animals look for cost-effective and meaningful ways to enjoy the pet experience.
69% of Brits describe themselves as animal lovers. However, many could be priced out of having full-time pets,...
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...
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...
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...
National Lottery winners give dog charity a new leash of life
National Lottery winners worth over £35M have finished a ‘pawsome’ makeover of a bungalow for assistance dog charity Canine Partners.
The 30 strong group of winners transformed the two bedroom holiday home and its garden which will be rented out to people and families who use assistance dogs.
The ‘millionaire makeover’...
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