Pets

The RSPCA is this year backing Guinea Pig Awareness Week, as it deals with a big spike in the tiny critters coming through its doors (RSPCA/Supplied)

RSPCA centres jam-packed with 'cruelly abandoned' guinea pigs

Cocker spaniels have been named the most expensive pet to own in 2023

How much it costs to be a pet parent in 2023

The Bellflower in Preston, Lancashire, won the accolade of the official best pub for dogs in the UK

Stick library and A La Barke Menu: Inside the UK’s best pub for dogs

Top 20 abandoned breeds: List of dogs most dumped as 50,000 ditched in last three years

Top 20 list of abandoned dog breeds as 50,000 dumped in three years

13 items dog owners should always take on summer walks to keep pets safe - including tick tweezers & blankets

13 items dog owners should take on summer walks to avoid emergencies

Explainer What to do if you see a dog in a hot car - the law explained

Tegu lizard that ‘runs like a T. rex’ currently on the loose

Katie Price is ‘numb and shocked’ after the death of dog Blade

Katie Price ‘numb and shocked’ over death of dog Blade

Dog expert shares crucial advice for flea season

Top 10 scariest and friendliest dog breeds revealed

Top 10 scariest dog breeds revealed according to data

What you should do if you find a stray, feral or lost cat

What to do if you find a stray cat according to RSPCA

Here are seven places you can't take your dog

7 places you could be fined if you take your dogs

A stock image of a Met Police officer

One million sign petition after Met Police shoot two dogs

The Government announced a “once-in-a-lifetime” overhaul of the private rental sector in England this week, which is estimated to impact around 11 million tenants and landlords across the country.

Renters’ Reform Bill: Pros and cons explained - what it means for you

Aldi has launched a new affordable pet range to help keep pets warm during the warmer months

Aldi launches new affordable pet range to keep dogs cool this summer

This UK airline offers first-class flights for pampered pets - but for how much?

This UK airline offers exclusive flights for pets and owners

The RSPCA has issued a warning after a number of suspected cat poisonings

RSPCA issues warning to pet owners after suspected cat poisonings

Guide dogs put through their paces by SAS

‘Ruff and ready’ would-be guide dogs are put through their paces

What kind of food can humans share with dogs? Some cupboard staples you can use to improve your pet's diet

Four easy and cheap cupboard staples to improve your dog’s diet

Warning to pet owners after high end dog food found to contain plastic

CCTV appeal after cat killed by two dogs let off leads to enter garden

Stan was found dead in a spring trap in Liverpool

RSPCA appeal after family cat found dead in ‘barbaric’ spring trap

A dog owner has been fined £750 for allowing their dog to poo in their own garden

Four popular dog toys that could kill them according to vet

Animal charity issues tips to keep your pets safe this summer

What to do if your pet is stung by a bee or wasp this spring

What to do if your pet is stung by a bee or wasp this spring

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Most expensive dog breeds to insure are revealed

Ragamuffin cat is the most expensive pet to insure

Most expensive cat breeds to insure are revealed

Are you bringing a furry friend home soon?

What not to do when you bring a new puppy home from pet experts

Dog tick season 2023: How to check your dog for ticks, best way to remove them and what kills ticks on dogs

How to check your dog for ticks and the best way to remove them

PDSA Veterinary Surgeon Team Leader Clare Sparks with Charlie and a kilo of Mini Eggs at PDSA in Bournemouth

Vet issues chocolate poisoning warning to dog owners ahead of Easter

Easter 2023: Why chocolate eggs can be dangerous to cats and dogs

Why chocolate Easter eggs can be dangerous to cats and dogs

Sharing bed with pets in April could be making you ill, say experts

Morrisons adds dog and cat friendly treats to Easter range

Pet owners warned about hidden Easter dangers by top vet

The poor animal was found dead by passers-by at a park in Wirral, Merseyside - Credit: GFA and Google Streetview

Dog set on fire and beaten found dead in a park

A woman claims she can only afford one meal a WEEK - as she spends most of her money feeding her cats. Yasemn Kaptan / SWNS

Woman lives on mint tea and one meal a week to feed her cats