The RSPCA are asking the public to support their Delivering Kindness at Christmas campaign to help pets over Christmas – like two dogs who were dumped in the cold just before Christmas last year, but are now thriving in new homes. Elfie’s Story It was a Christmas miracle when a Patterdale terrier pup called Elfie was found […]
Archives for March 2024
Doggie Dangers: Potential Garden Hazards for Dogs
As Spring approaches, outdoor experts from GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have highlighted the potential hazards dogs could face in British backyards and encouraged big-hearted homeowners to take appropriate precautionary measures. From common plants like tomatoes and lilies, to potentially deadly fruit, fertilisers and weed killers, families that love their dogs need to be extra careful in their backyards […]
Crufts: “more needs doing” for the health and welfare of dogs
Crufts has finally arrived, but with , animal welfare advocates are struggling to watch as dog after dog in the show ring are celebrated for having physical features associated with serious health issues. Is enough being done to save and protect the welfare of our dogs? From dogs who are at high risk of problems with their […]
Part of the furniture: can you spot all the hidden dogs?
We’ve heard of pets looking like their owners, but what about pets that look just like their homes? Sofa and carpet specialists have searched the country for the nation’s most camouflaged pets with a photo competition, and have revealed the ten best disappearing acts! Maddie, a nine-month-old cockapoo from Nottingham was crowned the winner of the Part […]
Rags to riches: two neglected dogs before and after rescue
It is a ‘rags to riches’ tale to rival that of Cinderella: two severely mistreated dogs, found living in squalor in a house in County Durham, are now enjoying their new lives in loving homes – and couldn’t look happier! Nine-month-old Spaniel Lola and adult (female!) crossbreed Charlie were removed from Chris Adam’s home by the RSPCA […]