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"Small furries" rehoming plea as RSPCA sees 40% surge in guinea pigs

Chinchillas, rabbits, hamsters, ferrets and gerbils also seeking homes
The RSPCA is urging animal lovers to consider rehoming smaller pet mammals - ‘small furries’ - as the charity experiences a 40% increase* in guinea pigs coming into their national centres.

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The RSPCA is urging animal lovers to consider rehoming smaller pet mammals - ‘small furries’ - as the charity experiences a 40% increase* in guinea pigs coming into their national centres.

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The RSPCA is urging animal lovers to consider rehoming smaller pet mammals - ‘small furries’ - as the charity experiences a 40% increase* in guinea pigs coming into their national centres.

Guinea Pig

The RSPCA is urging animal lovers to consider rehoming smaller pet mammals - ‘small furries’ - as the charity experiences a 40% increase* in guinea pigs coming into their national centres.

Episode 292 – Lewis Hamilton and grieving for your dog

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Released Sat October 4, 2025
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Lewis Hamilton has made headlines around the world, pulling out of work commitments to be with his dying dog. But shouldn't we all have the right to be with our pets, and to have understanding as we grieve our devoted companions? Amanda de Carteret, Pet Loss Support Manager at Blue Cross, has advice and support for all those coping with pet loss.

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Annalisa de Carteret

Annalisa de Carteret is the Pet Loss Support Manager.

She helps owners cope with the loss of their beloved dog, and has great advice for those grieving.

Insect protein treats

Insect protein dog treats are good for dogs, people and the planet!

Entovore treats are good for dogs, people and the environment

Dogs love Entovore treats, made with mealworm protein.

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295 - Avoiding canine Christmas catastrophes

Dr Paul Manktelow, Chief Vet at national pet charity Blue Cross, has the advice you need to keep your dog happy and healthy at Christmas. With guests coming and going, food and drink posing hazards to dogs, decorations just asking to be chewed, and us all distracted by having fun, it's easy for things to go wrong. But there are easy steps you can take to protect your pets.

189 - The Dog Healers and War Dogs Remembered

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188 - Service Dogs UK and Roxie the Doxie Finds Her Forever Home

In this episode you can hear about Service Dogs UK, a fantastic charity which trains assistance dogs to support veterans of any service - military personnel, police, firefighters, paramedics and the coastguard - who develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder due to their job. Also, listen to Dr Jody A Dean, a clinical psychologist talk about how her book, Roxie the Doxie finds her Forever Home, is helping children understand and talk about adoption and other family issues. Plus the DogCast Radio News and some thoughts on the alpha dog myth.

187 - Muffins Halo and Chorley Fun Dog Show

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186 - Maxwell Muir on wolves

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