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Heatstroke Is No Laughing Matter: Dogs Trust Warns That "Smiling" Dog Could Be in Danger

As temperatures once again soar across the UK, Dogs Trust is urging dog owners to take extra care in hot weather and to understand that a "smiling" dog isn't always a happy one.

In fact, what looks like a grin could be a sign that your dog is experiencing heatstroke.

With the summer heatwave putting dogs at risk , the charity is reminding owners that excessive panting and open-mouthed...

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I'm a pet expert- here's how to 'dog-proof' your home

This week brings yellow weather warnings covering northern England for heavy rains and flooding. And with an estimated 11 million pet dogs in the UK, that's a lot of muddy pups!

To offer some advice, Lisa Melvin from Pet Range has shared her expertise:

Any dog owner knows that even one small dog can being a whole lot of mess into the home. And this is especially the...

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Dogs Trust partners with Ruggable on new ‘Dog Trusted, Dog Lover approved’ collection

The UK's largest dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust is partnering with Ruggable, the go-to destination for design-forward rugs on a 'Dog Trusted, Dog Lover approved' capsule collection, to help more dogs find their forever home. Launched on Monday, 22nd January, Ruggable are donating 10% of each purchase from the collection to Dogs Trust to help care for, rehabilitate and rehome dogs in need....

New study confirms flat faced dogs have 40% increased risk of shorter lifespan

New research led by the UK's largest dog welfare charity Dogs Trust provides further insight into the life expectancy of our beloved canine companions. The study published today (1st February) in Scientific Reports , explores how different factors such as breed, body size, face shape and sex affect how long our pooches live for.

The study used data from over half a million* UK dogs,...

Keep your pooch safe from the winter chill

Brits are being urged to consider their dog's comfort and safety in these chilly winter temperatures.

Pet insurance experts from Quotezone.co.uk are being urged to follow top ten tips to keep their four-legged friends warm and healthy.

Following extremely low temperatures and storms causing strong winds, pets across the country are feeling the chill. No dog owner wants their...

The Kennel Club welcomes new Pet Abduction Bill

The Kennel Club, one of the UK's biggest organisations dedicated to dog health and welfare, has welcomed the Government's support for introducing a specific criminal offence for those who steal pets.

Under the Pet Abduction Bill – a Private Member's Bill sponsored by Anna Firth MP – anyone found guilty of stealing a pet will face up to five years in prison, a fine, or both.

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New Quiz Reveals Your Dog’s IQ: How Smart Is Your Pooch?

Is your pet a secret genius? Petplan has put together this fun IQ test for dogs so you can find out whether your best friend is quite as intelligent (or otherwise) as you suspected!

Created by Nick Jones MA, Dog Behaviourist at Petplan, this IQ quiz features 10 questions about your dog's behaviour which is used to evaluate your pooch's mental prowess.

Petplan has also come...

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Dog owners are happier than cat owners, according to pet selfies

The benefits of having a pet are backed by academia, with a myriad of studies proving how having a furry friend can make us not only happier but fitter and healthier too. But does where you live in the world and the type of pet you own have any bearing on just how happy you appear?

Using AI tools, we analysed more than 250k images of pet owners on Instagram and Google Images to find...

From Dachshunds to Rottweilers, these are the dog breeds you are (probably) mispronouncing

The rumours are true... humans simply don't deserve dogs - we don't even know how to correctly pronounce the names of certain breeds!

Luckily, the team at Preply have shed some light on this and provided a roundup of dog breeds that typically tend to get mispronounced, and how to correctly say the names.

Dachshund (daks-hund)

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Experts guide to feeding our fussy furry friends

Over the years, we've become accustomed to our canine friends devouring anything that's put down in front of them but like ourselves our dogs' habits can change and they may start becoming a bit more choosy when it comes to mealtimes.

Ensuring that you remain calm and create a relaxing environment is key to encouraging your dog to eat on a regular basis.

To ensure your dog...

5 expert tips for cycling with your dog

Any keen cyclist knows just how great a good bike ride can be. Whether you're bombing down MTB trails or exploring new gravel routes, there really isn't anything better than pushing your limits and enjoying the fresh air. So, why not combine the two things you love most: cycling and your pet?

Bringing man's best friend along for your ride can help take your favourite sport to the...

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