Pet-ID Microchips

07/05/2024

With compulsory microchipping for cats coming into force on10 June, and further changes to microchipping legislation expected later this year, the AMDO conference is ideally timed to help welfare and veterinary organisations understand the new microchipping rules and tougher requirements on databases.

Please click https://bit.ly/amdo24 or scan the QR code for updates on the conference programme and ticket purchase.

24/01/2024

On our way to Birmingham for SPVS Congress 2024. If you’re going to be there, come along and have a chat with us!

23/11/2023

Flat-faced cats among most overlooked rescue pets – RSPCA

Reluctance to take on the Persians from charity’s rescue centres at odds with popularity of

23/11/2023

BEVA warns horse owners to not hoard antibiotics

As part of its efforts for Antimicrobial Awareness Week (18-24 November) the association appeals directly to equestrians to not hold on to prescribed

23/11/2023

RSPCA warns of ‘unprecedented’ crisis amid soaring animal abandonments

The charity says it fears rescue teams will be busier than ever in the run-up to Christmas after significant rise in reported

20/11/2023

Four million cats not getting regular vet care, study warns

The latest Cats and Their Stats analysis indicated fewer owners are having trouble accessing veterinary services, but cost is now the biggest

20/11/2023

XL bully transition period opens

Owners are being urged to act quickly to secure exemptions to keep their pets before the ban comes into force early in the new

16/11/2023

Come and see us at London Vet Show stand S40

28/09/2023

Rescue dogs help Nottinghamshire Police fight crime

Rocket and Rocky are now qualified police dogs that can track suspects and sniff out hidden drugs.

28/09/2023

Cat missing for 11 years reunited with owner

Sian Sexton says she is "still in shock" after a surprise phone call saw her reunited with pet cat Daisy.

28/09/2023

'Lucky' cat recovers after eating 43 hairbands

Vets in North Yorkshire discovered a tangled mass of hair ties in Tiger the cat's stomach.

28/09/2023

Baby otter rescued after being abandoned in Suffolk field

A rescue centre says the tiny otter would not have survived the day if it had not been discovered.

28/09/2023

Nature crisis: One in six species at risk of extinction in Great Britain

The loss of Britain's wildlife is outpacing efforts to conserve and protect nature, a major report reveals.

28/09/2023

Cat reunion ‘shows value of microchip’, RSPCA says

Officials have highlighted the case of a feline who was returned home after being missing for three weeks in a bid to encourage owners to chip their animals

13/09/2023

Owner banned after bully XL dog kills Yorkshire terrier

Gary Mulligan's pet held the smaller dog in its jaws and shook violently, puncturing Milly's kidneys.

08/09/2023

Rescue dog with paralysis to climb Yr Wyddfa for charity

A disabled rescue dog is climbing Wales' highest mountain for the charity that helped to save her.

08/09/2023

Concern as pandemic puppies reach difficult age

Dogs bought during lockdown may only now be starting to have behaviour problems, the RSPCA says.

08/09/2023

UK heatwave: Animals cool off at wildlife park

Animals at a wildlife park are treated to frozen smoothies and sprinkler showers to keep cool in the hot weather.

07/09/2023

07/09/2023

Robotic pets to help people with dementia

The RoboPets scheme aims to support people by giving them a comforting distraction from symptoms.

07/09/2023

Hope for new homes for rescued pack of dogs

Six dogs found "roaming" near Moffat about eight weeks ago are making progress at a rescue centre.

07/09/2023

Cat rehomed after shipping container rescue

The moggy has been named after Fireman Sam in recognition of the firefighters who saved him.

07/09/2023

Whipsnade Zoo 'over the moon' at birth of endangered monkey

The Francois' langur's arrival is said to be "internationally important" for conservation.

07/09/2023

Volunteer appeal as new badger population study launches

Badger Trust campaigners say their project will be the first detailed analysis of the species’ population and health after a decade of culling

02/09/2023

Immingham dogs home full due to cost of living, owner says

The Immingham Dogs Home charity has a waiting list for canines needing rehoming, its owner says.

02/09/2023

Proposed ban on walking more than six dogs

North Somerset Council will next week vote on a proposed ban on people walking more than six dogs.

02/09/2023

Two dogs seized from Bristol home after biting reports

The dogs are believed to be a Cane Corso and an XL American Bully.

02/09/2023

Kittens found dumped in cardboard box in Canterbury

A member of the public picked up the eight-week-old kittens from Hales Place on Thursday.

02/09/2023

Canning Town cat charity overwhelmed by increase in abandoned pets

An animal sanctuary in Canning Town says more cats are coming in than are being rehomed.