Current Affairs

Jan- 2016 -

19 January

Snake and lizard found mutilated in woodland

The RSPCA is appealing for information after the bodies of a royal python and a monitor lizard were found dumped in woodland in St Albans on 10 January. Both animals, each around a metre in length, had clean incisions all the way along the undersides of their bodies and their…

19 January

Puppy saved after swallowing a hearing aid whole

A livewire puppy from Dundee – who is fascinated by her owner’s hearing aids – was rushed to PDSA after swallowing one whole. Stunned Norma, who requires hearing aids for occasional use, said she returned home to find six-month-old Domino chewing on one of her aids, with no trace of…

18 January

Loneliness isn’t just for Blue Monday

Many people dismiss the notion of ‘Blue Monday’ – reportedly the most depressing day of the year. Millions of pets, however, are suffering in silence every day, with their basic needs not being met. With owners hectic lifestyles back in full swing, millions of pets are facing an unhappy year ahead.…

13 January

Charity feeds influx of hungry kittens thanks to donation

A prize draw donation has helped to feed hungry homeless animals. The Mayhew Animal Home in Kensal Rise has begun the New Year with a skip in its step thanks to a £500 donation from Petplan. Each month, Petplan randomly selects one of its registered animal charities in a prize draw to…

12 January

MSPs consider greater welfare for pet rabbits

MSPs are to consider asking the Scottish government to review the time-scale of its pet welfare for rabbits. Holyrood’s public petitions committee has been taking evidence after a petition created by Karen Gray, chair and founder of Rabbits Require Rights (Scotland), received 2,044 named signatories. The petition is hoped to…

11 January

Great British Bake Off star lends helping hand at small animal show

Great British Bake Off star, Sandy Docherty, launched the ‘Great British Bake Hop’ at Burgess Premier Small Animal Show. Alongside Burgess Pet Care’s expert vet nutritionist Suzanne Moyes, Sandy will host the show’s first-ever cookery theatre from January 30 to 31 at the Yorkshire Event Centre, at the Great Yorkshire…

8 January

90 percent of dogs use the garden as a toileting area

Dog Rocks’ recent survey has revealed that 96 percent of dogs have access to a garden and 90 percent use the garden as one of the main areas to urinate. The company, which produces a natural prevention product for curing unsightly urine burn marks on lawns, commissioned the survey to increase understanding of…

7 January

Dog wins the Blue Cross Medal for heroism

An inspirational dog who helps terminally ill children and their families through their last moments together has been awarded the Blue Cross Medal for her heroism. Bonnie, a Staffordshire bull terrier-whippet cross had a tough start to life but has worked tirelessly to help hundreds of vulnerable people in…

7 January

Eukanuba announces Paralympian as ambassador

Eukanuba has announced Paralympian, Libby Clegg, as its ambassador for 2016. As one of Great Britain and Scotland’s most successful track and field athletes of recent years, Libby will be working with Eukanuba to celebrate nutrition, along with her guide dog, Hatti. The partnership will see Libby and Hatti working closely with…

7 January

MedicAnimal helps pet owners with Q&A

Online pet healthcare retailer, MedicAnimal, is holding a vet Q&A for pet owners to help anyone with worries after the Christmas period. MedicAnimal’s chief veterinary officer, Andrew Bucher is offering a Twitter session for everyone who has a question about their pet’s diet, fitness, and general wellbeing. He will be giving…