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Birmingham Dogs Home to host family fun day at Tudor Grange Park this weekend

West Midlands rescue charity Birmingham Dogs Home is hosting a Royal Family Fun Day this Saturday (13 September). The extravaganza will take place at Tudor Grange Park in Solihull from 10am until 4pm.

Aimed at bringing the local community together, the theme of the event is 'paws and pageantry', which will be brought to life with a red carpet entrance and special crown making sessions....

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Vets Warning: The right and wrong ways to help your dog beat the heat during this heatwave

As the UK swelters through record-breaking temperatures – set for another mid-August – many dog owners are doing their best to help their pets cope with the heat. One common method? Cold baths or showers . During heatwaves, Google Searches for 'Shower my dog' increase by up to 120% on average - but according to experts, this seemingly simple solution might actually be doing more harm than...

Dog trainer reveals why your dog might be ignoring you - and it's not personal!

A dog trainer has shared that when our beloved furry friends ignore their owners, it's often because they think something else is much more interesting - they're not really being disobedient.

Dogs can come with big personalities and quirks, and sometimes, dog owners struggle to train them or understand why their dogs behave in certain ways. Dog accessory brand, TopDog , has...

"Lack of oversight is putting animals at risk" - Dogs Trust calls for mandatory licensing of rehoming centres following a string of cruelty and neglect cases

79% of people wrongly think rehoming centres are already subject to licensing and inspection
Currently, anyone can set up a rehoming centre, without experience or training
The UK's largest dog charity renews its call for action following a number of recent cruelty cases
Call is supported by Richard Holden, MP, who has introduced a Bill in the Commons

Here's How To Create A 'Paw-Fect' Dog Friendly Afternoon Tea"

Time spent with our furry companions is never time wasted.

As more and more people admit to taking their dog out on dates (nearly 1 in 5 people!) and sharing special moments with one another, this Afternoon Tea Week (11th – 17th August), Marketing Manager at Ruffingtons , Cassandra Brennan, has shared how to create a dog-friendly afternoon tea experience for your pet. A trend that's soon set...

No safe amount of time to leave dogs in hot cars"

Dogs Trust issues advice to keep dogs safe during heatwave As the country finally basks in some summer sunshine, Dogs Trust has issued a reminder to dog owners that there is no safe amount of time to leave dogs alone in a car during the hot weather – even a few minutes could prove to be fatal.

The nation's largest dog welfare charity is warning owners that the temperature inside a car could...

What Is the Safest Natural Dog Chew

Dogs love to chew. It’s instinct, entertainment, and stress relief all rolled into one. For puppies, it helps with teething. For adult dogs, it’s a way to stay busy and keep their jaws strong. But not every chew is created equal, and some can actually do more harm than good. So let’s talk about natural dog chews and which ones are safest for your furry best friend.

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Puppies needed for ground-breaking research in the South West

Owners of puppies under 16 weeks old are being asked to sign up to a one-of-a-kind research study.

Dogs Trust's Generation Pup is the most comprehensive study into UK dog health and welfare of a generation.

The research has already identified key information to help with dog health and behaviour.

Residents in the South West,...

Fun dog play park launched at pet store

An adventure play park allowing dogs to play, exercise and socialise has been launched by a Cumbrian pet store.

WCF Pet & Equestrian is set to open the Lakes Collection Dog Play Park at its Ulverston store on July 16, providing a safe space for dogs to run about freely and utilise a range of agility equipment.

The purpose-built area is surrounded by secure fencing and...

Dogs Trust warns owners of Blue-Green Algae risk amid ongoing hot weather

Dogs Trust is urging dog owners to take extra care around bodies of water this summer following concerns of an increase in blue-green algae due to the prolonged hot weather.

Blue-green algae is a type of bacteria found in lakes, ponds, and rivers, and it can be highly toxic to dogs. In periods of warm sunny weather like we are currently experiencing, the number of blue-green algae...

Paws on the Sand, Safety in Hand: Dogs Trust Ilfracombe Shares Beach-Smart Tips for Summer Adventures

With schools across the country breaking up for the summer holidays, millions of families will be flocking to the seaside to make the most of the warm weather. And with a third of all UK households now owning a dog, many families will be choosing to share their beach days with their canine companions.

But with regular reports of dogs being plucked from the waves by rescuers or...

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