Pets

Here are some of your best photos of your pets getting into the festive spirit.

Santa Paws: 18 adorable photos of your pets in Christmas outfits

The RSPCA branch is inviting locals to take part in their annual Paws '4' a Christmas Walk, which returns next month.

Paws 4 a Christmas Walk: Wakefield RSPCA announces return of festive fundraiser

Registered veterinary nurse Toni Middleton, left, and head nurse Megan Everett at Chantry Vets’ Brindley Way Veterinary Hospital which is a gold standard cat-friendly clinic. Photo: Chantry Vets

Wakefield's Chantry Vets is the cat’s whiskers for gold standard care

Animal companions are an integral part of Christmas festivities for much of the nation.

Feliz Navi-dog: Morrisons unveils biggest supermarket festive pet range

The RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch has announced the return of their popular Christmas Fayre.

RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch to host Christmas Fayre

Megan Everett with her devoted Lurchers, Dodger (left) and Bambi. Photo: Chantry Vets

Starved pup thrown from van at the roadside saved by veterinary nurse

Bonfire night is upon us and with it come fireworks - which are fun and exciting for people, but often frightening and threatening for our furry friends.

Eight easy ways to keep your pet calm and safe during Bonfire Night

Here are all the animals looking for their forever home within the district.

Meet the paw-some animals of the RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield Branch

Ruby is not your average pooch – one day, she will be someone’s lifeline.

Wakefield vicar and ex-paramedic husband support dog-in-training Ruby

Experts at Howden Insurance have advised how to avoid Halloween horrors for your pooch - and a costly vet bill - this October.

Dog owners warned about Halloween horror treat

Lisette and Beautie. (Photo VSP Images)

Three-legged rescue dog Beautie raises £100K to help her fellow pooches

Staffie cross, Zeus, is said to be "losing his spark" after spending over a year in the Wakefield animal centre.

RSPCA Wakefield branch appeal to rehome dog who has been at centre for 360 days

Sky was being cared for by Paragon vets in Wakefield when the discovery was made.

Wakefield vet makes interesting discovery while caring for puppy Sky

Guide Dogs partnered with the Age UK Wakefield District to improve the awareness and skills of volunteers who work with those living with sight loss in the region.

Guide Dogs team up with Age UK Wakefield District to train volunteers

Dachshund Nellie with Ellie Holbrook at Chantry Vets where she is reunited with vet Fraser Reddick. Photo: © Chantry Vets

Frantic rescue of Wakefield dog who fell 40ft from seaside cliff onto rocks

The RSPCA are appealing for families to adopt pets currently in their centres following concerns about increased capacity challenges.

'We're well on our way to a crisis point' RSPCA launch Adoptober campaign
The RSPCA has launched a new campaign after rescue centres and branches were reported as being ‘full to bursting’ with unwanted animals as more come into care than are being adopted.

The local branch will celebrate the major milestone in style, and has invited local families to come along and join in the celebrations.

Ready to paw-ty? RSPCA Wakefield to host 20th birthday tea party this weekend

Fourteen-year-old Dotty underwent the highly-complex operation at Paragon Veterinary Referrals, which also involved rebuilding part of her face.

Vets rebuild Staffy's face after cancer scare leads to her losing an eye

Should the American XL Bully breed be banned?

The dogs banned in UK as call for American XL Bully to be added to the list

Meet the animals looking for their forever families in Wakefield.

RSPCA Wakefiekd: Meet the paw-some animals looking for a fur-ever home

Could you offer terminally ill Zeta a loving home?

Urgent appeal for end of life foster home for cancer-stricken Zeta

Can I give my dog ice cubes? 8 myths about keeping your dog cool when it’s hot

The RSPCA have revealed new figures showing a vast increase in cruelty to dogs.

One dog abused every hour: Cruelty to dogs on the rise in West Yorkshire

Here are 12 of the best dog-friendly areas across the district. Picture: Steve Clancy Photography/Getty Images

12 best dog park and off-lead areas in Wakefield, according to Google Reviews

The tea party will take place at the branch on Saturday, September 30.

Ready to paw-ty? RSPCA Wakefield announces tea party for 20th anniversary

Data released by the RSPCA has named West Yorkshire as a hotspot for animal attacks with a weapon.

RSPCA names West Yorkshire as a hotspot for animal attacks

The last two years have seen many of us welcome a new four-legged friend into our homes, as the Kennel Club saw dog ownership rise by nearly eight per cent during the global pandemic.

These are the 10 breeds of adorable dog that live the longest lives
With puppy ownership continuing to soar, here are the dog breeds that are most likely to live to a very old age.

You've come up with some great names for your four-legged friends.

Here are 26 fabulous names you have given your four-legged friends

The RSPCA have appealed for donations after new statistics revelaed a 25 per cent increase in cruelty against cats.

RSPCA highlights anti-abuse campaign after dramatic increase in cruelty to cats

The RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch welcomed Love Island star and animal advocate, Faye Winter to their 'meet an animal' day.

RSPCA Wakefield welcomes Love Island star to animal awareness day

Ten-month old French Bulldog, Maisie, was suffering with pulmonic stenosis, which is a severe narrowing of blood flow exiting the heart, putting immense strain on her heart and placing her in real danger.

Wakefield vet performs pioneering surgery on French bulldog pup

West Yorkshire has been named as one of the top five hotspot counties for dog fighting between 2019 to 2023 by the RSPCA.

Dog fighting on the rise as West Yorkshire named a 'hotspot' by the RSPCA

Connor Sweeting, left, and Dr Jose Lopez holding the button battery he surgically removed from Trevor during an emergency operation. Photo: Chantry Vets

Urgent warning to pet owners after Castleford labrador swallows battery from toy

As of June 10 next year, it will become law for all cat owners in England to have their feline friend microchipped, leaving millions up and down the country just 12 months to abide by the new law.

Cat owners warned to get their feline friend microchipped or face £500 fine

The most adorable dogs gathered for an incredible day of dog-friendly fun.

14 photos of the 'pawsome' RSPCA Wakefield dog show and family fun day

NHS data shows there were about 190 episodes of patients being treated in hospital for dog bites in the former NHS Wakefield CCG in the year to March 2023 – up from 175 the year before and the highest since records began in 2011.

Record number of dog bites treated in hospital in Wakefield

The RSPCA has spoken against the recent rise in popularity of 'puppy yoga.'

RSPCA urges animal-lovers to say no to puppy yoga classes

Brooke Haycock and her incredible photo are previous winners.

RSPCA encourages young photographers to submit wildlife snaps for annual awards

Three-year-old McCoy, who was suffering from pulmonic stenosis was successfully operated on at Linnaeus-owned Paragon Veterinary Referrals.

Wakefield animal hospital saves cat with extremely rare heart condition

Rabbit Awareness Week takes place from June 26 to 30.

Rabbit Awareness Week: Meet the rabbits of RSPCA Wakefield

Volunteer Jackie Gott, with pooch Scooby.

Meet some of the residents of RSPCA Wakefield as they celebrate 20th anniversary

Following the operation, Rocco was hospitalised for five days and before returning home to his grateful owner Sophie-Leigh Whitworth.

French Bulldog Rocco undergoes ground-breaking spinal surgery

Lapping up the great outdoors. Beer gardens at dog friendly bars are a big draw for pet owners this summer. Photo by Kate Green/Getty Images

Here's 16 dog-friendly pubs in Wakefield to chill out with your pooch

Best paws forward for Wakefield Hospice's charity dog walk

In pictures: 'Wakefield Walkies' hospice dog walk a 'paw-some' success

Pets & Friends will host a charity fundraiser for 8 Below Husky Rescue next week.

Get the paw-ty started: Wakefield pet shop to host charity fundraiser

New research has revealed the 10 most expensive dog breeds to insure, with the English Bulldog taking the top spot.

Here are the 10 most expensive dog breeds to insure

One dog owner was horrified to find her dog had gone into anaphylactic shock after encountering the deadly plant.

Warning to dog owners over toxic giant hogweed - signs and symptoms

The Yorkshire Horseman, Cooper Wilson, will take part in the Wakefield Riding for the Disabled Association's fundraising day on June 17 2023.

'Yorkshire Horseman' trots in for Wakefield's Riding for the Disabled event

The hidden hazards of your barbecue food that can be fatal to dogs (Getty Images)

The dangerous barbecue foods that could poison or choke your dog

Men are keener to cosy up with their pet than women, research found (photo: Adobe)

People would rather cuddle their pet than partner, study finds

All money raised from the event will support Wakefield Hospice.

Raising the woof: Wakefield Hospice announces second annual charity dog walk

Obviously, we want our pets to stay safe from harm, so it's important to remain vigilant and on the lookout for wasps and bees when out walking this summer.

What to do if your pet is stung by a bee or wasp - full tips and advice

The government announced an immediate licensing ban on the use of animals for testing chemicals used exclusively as cosmetic ingredients following backlash.

RSPCA reacts to Government policy U-turn on cosmetics testing on animals

Rachel Dutton's photo 'A Pixie in the Woods' was placed among the top three in the country in the Young Kennel Club Artist of the Year competition

Pontefract dog trainer scoops prize in Young Kennel Club art contest

Dogs can’t tell us if they feel ill but now experts have identified six tell-tale signs which could save a pet’s life.

Is my dog sick? The 6 tell-tale signs which could save your dog’s life