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Public urged to be wary of puppy farmers as travel restrictions ease
"It’s crucial that the general public is clear on how to responsibly buy a puppy, as restrictions ease." Dr Ed Hayes....
Third of owners worried about leaving pets alone after lockdown
Dr Suzanne Moyes has called on pet owners to think about how the lifting of coronavirus restrictions will impact their...
Birmingham Dogs Home receives funding boost
Birmingham Dogs Home cares for around 2,000 homeless dogs each year. Charity welcomes £50,000 donation towards new vet clinic. Birmingham...
French Navy Commando dog receives posthumous PDSA Dickin Medal
Leuk (pictured) is the first French Military Working Dog to receive the PDSA Dickin Medal. Hero dog was nicknamed Lucky Leuk...
UK scientists identify two cases of human-to-cat COVID-19 transmission
"These two cases of human-to-animal transmission…demonstrate why it’s important that we improve our understanding of animal SARS-CoV-2 infection." Professor Margaret...
NOAH launches campaign to protect renters with pets
Around 78 per cent of pet owners experience problems finding a suitable rental property. Campaign will promote wider adoption of...
Blue Cross reports highest ever week of sales for charity shops following reopening
Blue Cross’ charity shops help raise funds for thousands of unwanted, abandoned and sick pets each year. Charity raises thousands...
Calls for action on ear cropping as petition crosses 100,000 milestone
"In recent years, vets and animal welfare charities have seen a dramatic increase in the number of dogs with cropped...
Old English sheepdog at risk of extinction
The old English sheepdog became officially known as the Dulux dog in 1961. Breed had less than 300 puppy registrations...
Government considering plans to make cat microchipping compulsory
Cat theft has risen by 12.3 per cent in the past year. New measures to crack down on pet theft...