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Severely paralysed dog walks again with pioneering cell transplant treatment

Neurologist vets at Bristol Vet Specialists have helped a severely paralysed dog to walk again, following pioneering cell transplant treatment.

Owned by Miss Sasha Reed, Arthur the six-year-old male Cockapoo became paralysed in August 2021 following a ‘slipped disc’. This left him with the most severe injury in dogs with ‘slipped discs’, where all sensation and movements below the spinal...

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The rise of the 'Hut dog!' A third more owners taking their dogs on a beach hut holiday this summer

During Covid, a staggering 3.2 million UK households got a dog. It's no wonder pet staycations have increased by 40% since 2019. A holiday expert says dog-friendly beach huts are now one of the most relaxed places to take your best four-legged friend.

Following the explosion of 'pandemic puppies' during Covid, there are now around 12 million dogs in the UK. 75% of their...

“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 rise to dangerously high levels in just a few...

Vet Nurses guide to pet travel sickness over summer holiday

Car sickness can affect anyone, our pets included! With the summer holidays here, and day trips more likely to be on many pet owner's agendas, PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing shares her advice should your pup struggle with queasiness on car rides.

"Car sickness, also referred to as motion sickness, is relatively common in puppies but can also affect older dogs. It is thought to be caused...

One in ten UK dogs have been taught to urinate in the toilet, dog owners claim

From shaking paws to urinating in the toilet, barking mad Brits reveal the top 10 most ‘human like’ things their dogs can do.

A poll of 2,000 Dog UK owners by Peamutt Butter unearthed the weird and wonderful tricks they have taught their fur babies. Half of those polled revealed they can ‘shake hands’ with their dog, while 43% watch TV with their pooch.

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Is fetch over? New research reveals THIS is actually your dog’s favourite game to play

Fetch might be a game that rings down the centuries, but it appears it’s no longer a pooch’s favourite way to play.

A new survey conducted by interactive dog toy company Tug-E-Nuff has crowned tug of war as the number one game between dogs and their owners.

Eight in 10 owners declare tug of war is their dog’s favourite game, compared to six in 10 who say fetch gets their...

Dogs Trust partners with Hush Puppies to support canine welfare

Dogs Trust, the UK's largest canine welfare charity has partnered with Heritage footwear brand Hush Puppies. With the iconic Basset Hound at the heart of Hush Puppies, the new partnership will support the charity to continue its vital work, with the brand donating 10p per pair of school shoes sold at HushPuppies.co.uk or in store as part of their back-to-school campaign.

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Young agility handlers and dogs secure success in Belgium

The Young Kennel Club (YKC) Agility Team GB are celebrating a successful weekend, after winning one gold, two silver and three bronze medals at the Junior Open Agility World Championships, which were held at Sentower Park, Belgium between 19-21 July.

Leading the accolades was 16-year-old Mia Steedman, from Doncaster, and her Border Collie, Lorramia English Rose (Rosie) who retained...

Senior Agility Team GB secure medals at the first Senior Open Agility World Championships

The Kennel Club would like to congratulate Senior Agility Team GB on their success at the first Senior Open Agility World Championships in Opglabbeek, Belgium this weekend (19 – 21 July), which took place alongside the Junior Open Agility World Championships.

The Senior Agility Team GB competed over three days at the Championships, with handlers and their dogs showing an impressive...

The Kennel Club hosts free webinar on common canine cancer

The Kennel Club is hosting a free webinar for owners, breeders and veterinary professionals who would like to find out more about haemangiosarcoma, a fast growing and life-threatening canine cancer which originates in the cells lining blood vessels.

The webinar, part of a series organised by The Kennel Club's health team, is taking place on Wednesday 7 August (from 7 - 8:30pm ) and...

QR dog tags could lead to legal trouble for British pet owners, tech expert reveals

As QR code dog tags become more popular, Brits need to be aware of the potential legal risks that come with their use, an expert has warned.

A QR code technology expert at QR Code Generator reveals the hidden legal issues and advises pet owners on how to stay compliant with UK law – or else face penalties such as fines and imprisonment. According to the Control of Dogs Order 1992,...

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