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Vet reveals the biggest mistakes you can make with an ageing dog

As our dogs enter their autumn years, it’s natural to notice changes in their energy and mobility. However, one vet warns, your dog slowing down doesn’t always mean you should do less.

One of the biggest mistakes dog owners make with ageing pets is assuming that reduced activity is just ‘old dog behaviour’, rather than a signal that something might be amiss.

With this in mind, we’ve...

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Pet expert urges owners to keep hot cross buns out of paws reach this Easter

Easter is a time full of celebrations for the whole family, and it's a great opportunity to spend some quality time with your pet, especially as this year Easter marks the change to British Summer Time, bringing an extra hour of light. As pet parents across the country will look to make the most of the welcomed sunshine, when going on daily walks and attending Easter celebrations like egg...

New DNA testing scheme for Dobermann

The Kennel Club has approved a new official DNA testing scheme for DINGS2 in the Dobermann, following consultation with the breed's health co-ordinator on behalf of the breed. DINGS is an early-onset neurological disease that causes a range of symptoms, and often leads to euthanasia due to poor quality of life.

The disease is described as autosomal-recessive. This means that a dog...

Jake on adoption day with all his Dogs Trust friends

Britain’s most unwanted dog finally finds his forever home

A dog once referred to in the media as Britain's most unwanted has finally found his forever home after spending more than 1,700 days in the care of Dogs Trust Leeds.

Lurcher Jake first arrived at Dogs Trust in 2015, aged just one. However, even at that early age, he had been passed around several homes before arriving in the care of the Dogs Trust team. The charity found him a new...

Golden Retriever from West Yorkshire crowned Good Citizen Pre-Beginner Obedience Stakes winner at Crufts 2024

Ruby, a five-year-old Golden Retriever from Wakefield, and her owner Sandra Jones, triumphed at Crufts by winning the Good Citizen Pre-Beginner Obedience Stakes Competition on Saturday 9 March.

Ruby (Gaelleda Krystal Dream Girl) beat 30 other talented dogs to be crowned the winner of the 2024 Good Citizen Pre-Beginner Stakes competition at the world's greatest dog show, with the...

North Yorkshire woman crowned UK's best dog breeder at Crufts

A woman from Goole, North Yorkshire has won The Kennel Club Breeders' Competition final at Crufts, the world's greatest dog show, on Friday 8 March.

Cathy Thompson-Morgan won the ultimate breeder title, in front of a packed Resorts World Arena at the NEC, alongside her team of Belleville Portuguese Water Dogs. The team beat 42 other breeders who qualified for the final.

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Quartet of agility stars crowned champions at Crufts

Four dogs and their handlers from Warwickshire, Bristol and Shropshire, have won one of the country's most prestigious agility competitions after triumphing in The Kennel Club Agility Championships, which are sponsored by YuMOVE, at Crufts on Thursday 7 March and Sunday 10 March.

Large, intermediate, medium and small dogs and their handlers who had won an Agility Challenge...

Tubby Terrier sheds whopping 4.5kg as ‘dog mum’ encourages owners to get pets weighed

A Greater Manchester 'dog mum' whose Chinese Crested Terrier successfully lost almost a third of his whole body weight is now calling on other pet owners to join PDSA's Big Weigh In, in partnership with Royal Canin.

The campaign, now in its second year, aims to tackle the pet obesity crisis head on, with owners able to take advantage of free weight checks at participating vet...

MP Selaine Saxby supports leading dog welfare charity Dogs Trust's plea to end cruel puppy smuggling trade

Selaine Saxby, MP for North Devon, has vowed to tackle the issue of puppy smuggling.

The Conservative MP is due to have the 2nd reading of her Private Members Bill – Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats & Ferrets) Bill in Parliament on 15 March, which would help tackle the puppy smuggling trade.

Today, the UK's leading dog welfare charity, Dogs Trust hosted a...

How to find the best bedding for your dog

Dog owners are being advised on how to pick the best bedding for their four legged friends to ensure a good night's sleep.

Experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk are encouraging dog owners to consider their pets size, age and sleeping habits when choosing the correct bed.

The bedding that dogs sleep on is extremely important for supporting their bone and joint health as they get...

How to introduce your dog to a new baby

Bringing a new baby into the family is a time for celebration! However, when you have a furry friend at home, it's crucial to ensure a smooth transition for everyone’s well-being and safety. Pooch & Mutt provide expert advice on introducing your dog to your new baby.

Before the baby arrives:

1. Make them part of the pregnancy : Dogs are intuitive and will notice changes in your...

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