Charities

Online ‘dog treat’ searches reach record high

Online searches for “dog treats” has reached an all-time high in the UK, according to newly released Google search data. The search data analysis, commissioned by a dog-friendly holiday park in Devon, has revealed that searches for dog treats rose 82% year-on-year in December. The data also showed that Plymouth…

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PDSA report reveals mental health benefits of having a pet

The People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) latest Paw Report has found that owning a pet can make people feel less lonely and mentally healthier. The PAW Report, which was produced in conjunction with YouGov, has tracked pet wellbeing in the UK for the last decade. It surveys 18 million…

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Pet crematorium raises £2,000 for charity

Dignity Pet Crematorium has announced it has raised £2,000 from its annual charity Christmas Tree, its biggest total ever, with funds split equally between the Samaritans and nine other charities. Every year, the Hampshire-based crematorium displays a Christmas tree in its foyer and invites clients to make a small donation…

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Pets Country Manor to operate as feline food bank

The Pets Country Manor has announced it will begin operating as a feline food bank, accepting donations of both wet and dry cat food and treats. The manor, which is situated in Tarbock Green, Knowsley and is a five star rated luxury hotel for cats, said that all cat food…

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Dogs Trust and St Mungo’s partner for Christmas charity initiative

Dogs Trust has announced it plans to bring “festive cheer” to homeless dogs and their owners through a partnership with St Mungo’s. This year, the Dogs Trust ‘Hope Project’ will be delivering over 1,500 hampers to those in need across the UK. Almost 200 dog owners across Greater London will…

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HiLife donates 45,000 meals to homeless animals

Pet food company HiLife has announced it is donating 45,000 meals to homeless animals over the Christmas period.  To complete its pledge, the company is teaming up with three charities, including The Cat Welfare Group and Flori’s Friends Rescue, and providing each with 10,000 meals to “help spread the Christmas…

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Pets Corner shows support for Canine Partners

Animal goods retailer Pets Corner has announced that it is supporting Canine Partners this Christmas, a charity that “helps people to overcome life-limiting conditions through the help of their highly trained assistance dogs”. To raise money for the organisation Pets Corner is now asking customers to donate 30p with their…

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Third of people willing to ignore puppy smuggling, study warns

Almost a third of puppy purchasers would be willing to “turn a blind eye” to the smuggling trade to get the dog they want, a report by Dogs Trust has found.  According to consumer research conducted by the charity 30% of people have admitted that they would be willing to…

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Webbox supports the launch of pet-friendly hostel accreditation scheme

Pet food company Webbox has announced it is furthering its support for animal welfare charity StreetVet by providing ‘Forever Home Packages’ for individuals who manage to secure a hostel place with their pet or a permanent home. The news follows the launch of StreetVet’s first ever pet-friendly hostel for the…

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NAWT names Andrew Gillon director of operations

Rescue and rehoming charity National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) has appointed Andrew Gillon as director of operations. Gillon joins from the Greyhound Trust, where he was head of operations and welfare, and  helped to rehome 3,500 greyhounds a year.  He brings nearly two decades of experience in the animal welfare…

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