Dogs

Start 2026 right - experts share top New Year resolutions to keep your dog healthy and happy

With the New Year upon us, dog owners are being encouraged to make resolutions aimed at enhancing their pets’ lives in 2026.

To truly improve dogs’ lives this year, the responsibility lies with their owners to set the right resolutions – so the ACME Kennels training specialists have shared what they should involve.

From walks and training to playtime and diet, dogs...

Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home are hoping to find Niall the Doberman Cross a forever home this Christmas

As part of its Winter Appeal, Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home is urging the public to help animals like Niall, a two-year-old Doberman cross, find a loving home this Christmas.

When Niall arrived at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home, he was skin and bones, covered in wounds and frightened of the world around him. Found as a stray, his future was uncertain, but with expert veterinary care,...

London dog lovers embrace Marleybones premium subscription service

Dog owners in London increasingly seek to provide their pets with meals that balance quality, nutrition, and convenience. Marleybones, founded by Josephine Bager and Mikala Skov in 2019, has gained recognition among those looking for British-sourced ingredients in their dogs’ diets. Its Pantry Fresh® dishes, including Boss Beef and Sassy Salmon, are prepared with meticulous care and designed...

Pet Flavour Enhancers: Help Picky Pets Eat Better

Pet flavour enhancers add taste to food. They help dogs and cats who refuse meals. Many pets turn picky with age or health issues. These products use natural items like meat or veggies. They boost appetite without harm.

Research shows most enhancers focus on real flavours. Some raise concerns about hidden additives in pet food. Evidence points to natural toppers as safer choices....

No-Pull Dog Harnesses: Stylish, Secure, and Easy to Use

We’ve all been there. You clip the leash on, open the door, and suddenly your relaxing afternoon walk turns into a frantic sled dog competition. Your arm is yanked from its socket, you’re gasping for breath trying to keep up, and your dog is choking themselves against their collar in a desperate bid to sniff that tree three blocks away.

Walking your dog should be a bonding experience...

Santa Paws Is Coming to Town: Cofton Holidays Invites Dogs to Meet Santa in a Festive Grotto Experience

The UK’s top dog-friendly holiday park - Cofton Holidays in South Devon - is adding an extra sprinkle of Christmas joy this year with the launch of Santa Paws at Cofton. A festive grotto experience where dogs can meet Santa himself, pose for adorable photos, and enjoy a tail-wagging day out with the whole family.

Cofton is well known as a haven for waggy-tailed holiday makers, and...

Ozzy the dog with long tongue

Happy paw-lidays from the dog with the world’s longest tongue!

Just in time for the holiday season, Guinness World Records is pleased to reveal a new record holder on Santa Paws’ nice list! Ozzy, a four-year-old French mastiff and Bullmastiff mix from Oklahoma, has officially achieved the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for the longest tongue on a living dog with a tongue measuring 7.83 in (19.89cm).

Ozzy’s owner Angela Pick says they picked him...

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Why Playtime Matters More Than You Think for Your Dog’s Daily Wellbeing

All dogs require playtime, whether they’re an active dog who has three walks a day or they’re a couch potato in comparison.

Playtime for dogs is a critical component of the dog’s daily routine and is a vital contributor to their overall well-being. It also helps provide numerous physical and mental benefits which go far beyond just simple entertainment.

Whether you have a...

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Dogs Trust delivers festive cheer to homelessness services across the South West

This Christmas, with increased demand for support, Dogs Trust is sending out gift parcels to homelessness services across the South West, bringing festive cheer to dog owners affected by homelessness.

Each year, through Together Through Homelessness , Dogs Trust aims to bring festive cheer to the dogs of people experiencing homelessness by delivering parcels filled with collars,...

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Dog-Friendly Christmas Markets: Top Alternatives and Safety Tips

Looking to bring your four-legged friend along for some festive fun? You’re not alone! With searches for 'dog-friendly Christmas markets' up +666% over the past 30 days*, many of us will be looking to take our dogs along with us to the markets this year.

To help you and your pup enjoy a cheerful, safe day out, the team at Canine Cottages has compiled a list of the most dog-friendly...

WARNING for anyone looking to buy a pet online this Christmas

Leading animal welfare organisations warn unsuspecting prospective pet owners of the dangers of buying pets online after finding more than 400 adverts included red flags that could be associated with unscrupulous breeding and selling, or a sign that the animal was illegally smuggled into the country.

The Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG), which includes animal welfare...