The RSPCA is appealing for information after a Bedlington terrier around six years of age, severely matted and with badly infected ears, was found wandering on a busy town bypass at Guisborough, North Yorkshire. After spotting the dog – now named Malcom – a bus driver on the way back to the depot took him […]
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Five risks to your pets’ safety over the Jubilee Weekend –
Ahead of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, resident vet Dr Anna Foreman has revealed her top five risks that pet owners should be conscious of when taking their pet to any Jubilee celebrations over the coming days, from loud noises to travelling. Loud noises – Some dogs and cats tend not to be phased by loud noises […]
Chinese activists save dog from slaughter, call for end of Yulin dog meat festival
The last dog left alive at a dog meat shop in Yulin, aptly-named Lucky was saved by Chinese activists before he could be killed for consumption. Activists found the Akita chained up outside the shop, with a with a dog meat for sale sign in front of him. According to his rescues, there are “obvious […]
Elderly blind dog finds forever home thanks to ‘cheeky personality’
Tiny Tim did not seem a good candidate to get a forever home anytime soon when he arrived at the RSPCA’s in March, after his elderly owner was no longer able to care for him. As well as being blind, the 11-year-old Westie was suffering from an ear infection, sore skin and matted coat. Tiny […]
How much water should your dog be drinking in hot weather?
Dr Anna Foreman, vet at advises how much a dog should be drinking in hot weather – and how to tell something may not be right. Dogs should drink between 15-45ml/kg/day on average. In the hot weather, a dog will drink more water much like humans, however, rather than sweating they lose water to cool […]