All news on the topic: Animals

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Pet owner 'most likely' got bubonic plague from their cat, health officials say
Health chiefs in Oregan’s Deschutes County, say the individual probably caught the illness through close contact with their infected moggy and is now being treated for the potentially deadly condition.
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Chinese New Year could spell good news for you in 2024 amid year of the dragon
Chinese New Year celebrations kick off today as the year of the dragon begins - but what does 2024 have in store for you according to Chinese astrology experts?
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'UK's cheapest pub' winds back the clock flogging pints for 2009's average price
Old-fashioned Black Country boozer the Waggon and Horses in Oldbury has seen a huge upturn in popularity thanks to its wallet-friendly prices – and booze lovers can't get enough
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Alabama rot condition affecting UK dogs - how to spot it and protect your pets
There have been 292 confirmed cases of Alabama Rot in the UK - a potentially flesh-eating disease which is more common in muddy winter months and can be fatal for dogs
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Pensioner's 'house of horrors' exposed after 117 dead cats found in freezer
Animal protection group AEPA began investigating a 'house of horrors' back in December and after informing the police they found 117 dead cats stuffed into the 66-year-old's freezer
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Four 'most attractive' Chinese zodiac signs, according to astrology
Maybe she's born with it, or maybe it's because she was born in the Year of the Rabbit. We explore the four beauties of the Chinese zodiac ahead of the Lunar New Year - did your sign make the list?
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Fresh dog food pets can’t resist is now stocked at Waitrose and Whole Foods
Owners can now shop the once subscription-only dog food in the supermarket - and there's an offer where you can save money when shopping at Waitrose
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Good Samaritan bitten on face by dog after trying to help unconscious owner
The dog's owner, Luke Evans, 30, admitted to breaking a ban on owning animals and having a dangerous dog that caused injury
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Rival dog groomers locked in bitter court battle over pooch pampering firm names
Laura Thurgood and Danielle Laight, from the West Midlands, are battling over who had the right to use the name "Wash Wiggle and Wag" for their rival dog grooming businesses
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'My neighbour threatened to call police because my kid giggles too much'
A woman has shared how her 'entitled' neighbour ordered her to stop her son from giggling in the garden because it's disturbing his pets - and asked her to limit his playtime to 15 minutes per day
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Chernobyl's mutant wolves have learned to survive cancer and could provide cure
Research has found the feral wolves living in Chernobyl's exclusion zone have developed resilience to cancer, and could bring fresh insights into how to prevent the disease in humans
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XL Bully breed welcome at Leeds dog grooming business - despite nationwide ban
The couple say they want to make the dogs feel welcome after it was announced the breed would be banned in Britain following a series of attacks and deaths
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Raccoon on-the-run for seven weeks after pals lured back to farm with hot dogs
A missing raccoon has been on-the-run in Sunderland for about seven weeks after running away from his farm, whereas his two pals were rescued by the promise of hot dogs
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United Airlines passengers panic after dog poos on plane seat causing mayhem
Passengers at the rear of the plane were left trying to figure out where the stench had come from, “we were debating was it her [the owner] or was it the dog” one said
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Peacock put down after being shot six times with airgun
The RSPCA has started an investigation after a local peacock was found shot in a field near Market Drayton, Shropshire, with several airgun pellets and was sadly put down
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Woman live streams herself killing cat before murdering man, court hears
A court heard how the woman had a 'fixation with violence' and filmed herself slaughtering the stolen pet - before allegedly murdering a man and dumping his body in a river
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Katie Price slammed for dangerous horse riding move as fans worry about children
Katie Price has come under fire after sharing a video on social media riding her stunning horse but fans instantly spotted that should she have had an accident, her insurance may have been void
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XL Bully Britain - check your postcode on interactive map of fatal dog attacks
An interactive map has shown the locations of deadly dog attacks across the UK, with more than half caused by XL Bully Dogs, including Esther Martin in Essex last weekend
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Dogs heartbreaking reaction to vets - and huge problem it poses for owners
Two thirds of dog owners have admitted it's a problem taking their pet to the pooch because their pets get so stressed by the experience
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Cat 'thrown away like rubbish' had leg injuries so bad limb had to be cut off
The RSPCA have said they think Stig either climbed into a rubbish truck, or was dumped. They are now trying to find out where he came from so they can reunite him with his owners
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Paul Nicholls opens up on final chat with Keagan Kirkby, 25, before tragic death
Paul Nicholls has paid tribute to Keagan Kirkby after the jockey's tragic fall in Kent at the weekend, admitting his death is the hardest thing he's had to deal with
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Dog owner's warning on 'small sign' that means your pet needs a vet immediately
A dog owner has issued a stark warning on a little-known sign that your dog needs immediate help, after she learnt to spot it 'the hard way' when her dog went into cardiac arrest
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Teenager reels in 18st mammoth goliath grouper fish on beach in 'lucky' catch
The fish, estimated to weigh about 250 pounds or 18 stone, was caught by 17-year-old high school student Isaac Francis who hauled the monster ashore at Turtle Beach in Sarasota, Florida, US
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People are learning about the vardøger phenomenon and it's blowing their minds
The feeling of déjà vu is very odd but have you ever felt it in reverse? People are sharing the strange and weird experiences they've witnessed and it's freaking others out
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Neighbours should shop illegal XL Bully owners to police, says No10
Downing Street issued the advice on XL Bullies after a 39-year-old was man arrested following a fatal attack on a grandmother by two dogs in Essex at the weekend