Animal charities say owners are cutting back on medical bills and pet food as the cost of living crisis squeezes budgets.

Dog owners are being told to keep their pets on leads around freshwater as the recent hot weather may increase the growth of toxic blue-green algae.

Heat exhaustion can pose a real danger to pets, so here's the RSPCA's top tips for keeping animals cool and comfortable during the hot weather.

Sightings of a caterpillar, which can cause humans and pets to become very unwell, must be reported urges The Forestry Commission.

Eight dogs are stolen every day in the UK and these are the breeds most likely to be targeted by thieves.

As Easter is right around the corner, vets are urging pet owners to learn the dangers of chocolate poisoning.

Expert warns owners to be careful in their choice of Valentine’s Day gifts for your pets.

Just like humans, cats can also catch a cold. Here are some expert tips on how to take care of your feline friend.

A study has found that many pet owners are more lenient with their furry friends than their own young ones.

An expert has shared 10 tips on how dogs and their owners can fully enjoy their walks.

Microchipping for cats is to become compulsory with hefty fines for those owners who don't comply.

Households looking for puppies or kittens for sale this Christmas are being warned about an increase in deceitful pet sellers.

Exotic axolotls are salamanders native to Mexico, but their arrival in a popular video game has animal welfare experts concerned.

An avian flu prevention zone has come into force across the UK as government officials take steps to contain outbreaks of bird flu.

A vets in the county has become the biggest practice in the world to become employee owned.

The trend for buying dogs over the internet must stop, says The Kennel Club, which is concerned the habit shows no signs of stopping post-lockdown.

People's desire to 'treat' their pets is partly to blame for the numbers of animals piling on the pounds in lockdown, says a leading animal charity.

An appeal has been launched after a pet hamster was found abandoned in her cage with her food and bedding supplies in tow.

Outdated microchips are one of the most overlooked pet problems, says an animal charity, and a mistake which could land dog owners with a big fine.

Potential pet owners are being told to be cautious when trying to buy an animal through the internet after fraudsters made millions in the last year.