Department for Transport Responds to Calls for Mandatory Reporting of Cat Collisions by Drivers Friday, June 5, 2026 cats road-safety dft pets microchipping legislation defra collisions traffic animal-welfare The Department for Transport (DfT) has issued a formal response following a petition accumulating more than 60,000 signatures on the Parliamentary website, calling for a new law that requires drivers to stop and report … Read More
Chris Packham Sparks Debate Over Letting Dogs Lick Your Face Saturday, May 30, 2026 dogsaliva healthbenefits bacteria virology chrispackham wolves pets hygiene immunity parasitecontrol The question of whether to let a dog lick your face divides opinion sharply. While some believe dog saliva offers surprising health benefits, others caution against the risks of exposure to harmful bacteria and pathogens. … Read More
New Dog Law Gives 11 Million English Renters the Right to Keep Pets Friday, May 1, 2026 renters pets law england landlords housing dogs cats animalwelfare tenancy Starting Friday, May 1, a landmark pet law comes into effect across England, impacting over 11 million households living in private rented accommodation. The Renters’ Rights Act 2026 now grants tenants the legal right to … Read More
New UK Dog Walking Rules Starting May 1 Could Lead to £1,000 Fines for Pet Owners Monday, April 20, 2026 dogwalking fines uklaw beaches pets psi councils restrictions summer staycation Starting May 1, new seasonal dog walking regulations come into effect across many UK coastal areas, potentially resulting in fines of up to £1,000 for pet owners who fail to comply. These rules are designed to protect public … Read More
Woman Sentenced to 10-Year Animal Ban After Abandoning Pets in Filthy Flat Sunday, April 5, 2026 animalwelfare abuse neglect rspca birmingham ban pets court rescue sentencing A 29-year-old woman has been banned from owning animals for 10 years after leaving her pets to suffer in appalling conditions inside a neglected Birmingham flat. Hayley Whitehouse pleaded guilty to three offences under the … Read More
RSPCA Sounds Alarm Over Surge in Mass Pet Abandonment in the Midlands Sunday, April 5, 2026 rspca abandonment rescue animals adoption neglect cruelty mentalhealth pets welfare The RSPCA, Britain’s largest animal welfare charity, has issued a heartfelt appeal to families to adopt rescue animals amid a sharp rise in mass pet abandonment incidents. The charity’s rescue centers are currently … Read More