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Friday, November 14, 2025

A cat nuzzles against a dog on a bed of leaves.

Victory for campaigners over 'heartbreaking' pet bans

Battersea hails new law that will keep more renters and pets together

A black dog with a toy in a dog bed.

Tips for dog owners this Bonfire Night

Advice ranges from quiet spaces to a special soothing pooch playlist

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A black cat with big round pupils gazes towards the picture-taker near some pumpkin-patterned fabric.

Black cats in need of loving homes this National Black Cat Day

Spookipaws and Sal among the moggies being overlooked due to superstitions and social media trends

A white cat with ginger notes lying on a blue blanket. An amputation scar is clearly visible where his rear right leg was removed.

Abused cat seeking loving home

Injuries were so bad that 'hit-and-run' was suspected (warning contains a distressing image)

A black puppy laps at its pay as it sits contended and cradled in a woman's arm.

Third of families find raising puppy harder than expected

Some relationships strained over fair sharing of care duties

Dogs Trust and Mission Rabies volunteer Heather Graham-Buswell with a beaming smile as she crouches alongside a small dog looking at her with doleful adoration.

The fight against rabies begins in... Manchester?

Charity hails 'astonishing' impact of Cambodian collaboration

A black and white pokes out its tongue at a feathery toy.

Toothless moggy seeks home after 365 days at Battersea

Merlin looking for the magic of a loving home

A dog sniffs the grass among fallen leaves and pleasant greenery, next to a potted plant.

Toxic risk conker warning

Symptoms can include vomiting

An artist's impression of a ginger cat's face protruding from a white toilet cabin.

Self-flushing cat toilet launched at Berlin tech expo

Firm says device 'liberates' owners from scooping poop

A female Cane Corso in a yellow Dogs Trust collar beams with delight.

From stray to sweetheart: Mira seeks forever home

Cane Corso cross found underweight now thriving

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Red flames flicker against a black backdrop.

House fire breaks out after pet 'knocks kitchen hob'

Emergency crews suspect animal accident to blame

A cat with shining, nocturnal eyes next to a list of episode topics.

Kick back with cats and cat facts in comfort watch hidden gem

Retro credits, warm host and copious cats make for relaxing viewing

A smiling and self-assured tabby cat.

Exhibition celebrates our feline friends

Cats: From Predators to Pets taking place in Dundee

A dog enjoys a dip in a paddling pool with a hose-powered full radial spray emanating from around the rim.

'Smile' could be sign a dog is in danger

Essential advice issued to keep dogs safe during hot weather

A nurse with a pair of nail clippers holds a smiling dog's paw.

Nail clipping - what dogs need it most?

Veterinary experts publish findings from largest study of its type

A swirl of distinctive green algae floating in open water.

Hot weather toxic algae risk to dogs

Owners urged to beware blue-green water hazard