As we prepare to face more heatwaves throughout summer, the RSPCA is warning pet owners never to leave dogs in hot cars – and that “not long” is much too long. Here's what you can do if you see a dog locked in a car on a hot day.
Posted on July 22, 2022
Alessandra Pacelli
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Bonnie was hoping for a tuna snack, but what she got was a trip to the vet’s after her tongue got stuck in the tin can. The ten-year-old Staffie cross managed to gain access to the recycling bin, where the empty tin can had been thrown, but her little heist did not end as planned...
Posted on June 22, 2020
Alessandra Pacelli
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Pet owners are warned that the hot weather could “leave homes at risk of a flea infestation”. The warmer the weather, the faster flea eggs develop into adults – and the flea population has grown in recent years thanks to warm, humid weather.
Posted on June 08, 2020
Alessandra Pacelli
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"For the past six months or so my dog has had a tendency to hoard her toys, and is very protective of them. She becomes stiff as you approach her and even growls a little. She hasn’t actually bitten me, but I’d like to stop this behaviour before it gets any worse."
Posted on June 04, 2020
Alessandra Pacelli
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Throughout this year's Mental Health Awareness Week (18-24 May) starts, people struggling with mental health are in an even more difficult predicament than usual in these upsetting times. But many can count on the support of our pets - and it can make a world of difference.
Posted on May 22, 2020
Alessandra Pacelli
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An eight-year old boy from Thackley, Bradford, decided he wanted to do something special during lockdown to help rescue animals in need - and he is now using his artistic skills to raise vital funds.
Posted on May 18, 2020
Alessandra Pacelli
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On 6 April the largely campaigned ban on third party puppy and kitten sales, known as Lucy’s Law, finally came into force after being laid in parliament last May.
Posted on April 09, 2020
Maria Laken
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You’d be forgiven for thinking that cat anxiety isn’t common; these independent, sometimes solitary animals can appear fearless – we all know someone with both a cat and dog and the cat wears the trousers! Cat anxiety symptoms often reveal themselves on fireworks night or during the summer firework season.
Posted on October 16, 2019
Sam Ryan
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