Dogs Trust is calling on homelessness services to consider their clients’ canine friends too when offering support, as research shows that a lack of dog-friendly accommodations remains a barrier for homeless people. “In a survey of professionals supporting those experiencing homelessness, 70 per cent told Dogs Trust that their clients had experienced barriers to accessing […]
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Vets warn of the risks of long grass after pup’s eye surgery
Vets at Davies Veterinary Specialists (Davies) are reminding dog owners of the potential risks to their dogs of exercising in long grass. The advice comes after staff at the surgery had to perform specialist surgery on Nala, a Tibetan terrier puppy, to remove a grass awn from her eye. “Grass awns and can be dangerous to […]
Don’t give a dog a bone, vet pleads after freak accident
A vet is telling pet owners not to give a dog a bone after what was supposed to be a tasty treat turned into a disaster after a puppy got a donut-shaped bone wedged around her jaw. Black Labrador Jess was left in serious distress as owner Ben Prince, from Driffield, East Yorkshire, struggled to […]
One year on: Battersea urges Government to pass Kept Animals Bill
With 9 November marking one whole year since the was last debated in Parliament, Battersea is joining fellow animal welfare organisations and a cross-party group of MPs in issuing an urgent plea to the Government to deliver on promised animal welfare progress. Today, Battersea MP Marsha de Cordova has sent an open letter, signed by 19 […]
“Why Poppy is all the medicine I need”
It’s been a tough few years where the impact of Covid has caused loneliness and mental health problems for many. Owning Poppy has been a lifesaver; come rain or shine Poppy has to be walked twice a day so that she settles calmly through the night. These walks worked wonders for my mental health throughout […]