Dogs

Record number of pets poisoned by drugs – dog expert shares three ways to keep them safe

Following a report revealing a 42% rise in calls about pets ingesting recreational drugs and nicotine, from 445 in 2024 to 633 in 2025, dog owners are being urged to take extra care on walks.

With dogs naturally inclined to scavenge, even an everyday walk can present unexpected risks if owners aren’t paying attention.

Carolyn Menteith, Dog Behaviourist at leading dog food subscription...

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Vets issue urgent warning to pet owners ahead of Easter weekend - with just a handful of Cadbury’s Mini Eggs enough to be life-threatening for your dog

Just six Cadbury's Mini Eggs or one small chocolate egg could be enough to cause harm to your dog this Easter weekend, vets have warned.

The UK's leading emergency vets, Vets Now, has revealed that they saw a 95% increase in cases over the Easter weekend, with an 85% increase in chocolate-related cases compared to the previous week.

With Easter fast approaching, many of us...

PDSA Weekly Pet Care Column: Vet Nurse’s Easter chocolate warning

We know that with Easter, there comes lots of Easter eggs and other delicious chocolatey treats. Whilst we may all like to indulge in some chocolate goodies, it is in fact toxic for dogs, cats and rabbits.

PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing shares the need to knows about chocolate safety this Easter for pet owners.

Nina says: "Chocolate contains a substance called theobromine,...

Dogs Trust, the UK's largest dog welfare charity, gives eggs-pert advice on how to have a dog-friendly Easter, having four-legged fun but keeping dogs away from chocolate which is poisonous to them

With the bank holiday Easter weekend fast approaching, Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, is reminding dog owners to keep chocolate out of reach of our four-legged friends.

As Easter eggs and other tasty cocoa treats find their way into homes, the charity hopes to raise awareness of the risk that the consumption of chocolate poses to our canine companions.

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Hot Cross Buns: Dog Experts Warn Of Canine Fatalities As Easter Approaches

With Easter fast approaching households across the UK are preparing to indulge in decadent feasts. Careless consumption, however, can pose a potentially fatal danger to our four-legged friends.

Last year, Hattie, a Bernese Mountain Dog, almost died after pinching her owner’s hot cross bun. Raisins, currants and sultanas - all common ingredients of a hot cross bun - can be toxic to...

Favoured Easter food poses hidden hazard to dogs

New statistics released today (26 March) by The Kennel Club show that cases of grape and raisin poisoning in dogs were 117% higher than those of chocolate poisoning, during the Easter months in 2023.

The fruits, which can be found in a number of Easter treats – such as hot cross buns and Simnel cake – are toxic to dogs, even in small amounts, and as such, the organisation is urging...

Up To 50% of Dogs Could Die If Treatment Is Delayed If THIS Easter Treat Is Ingested By Dogs

Easter Sunday is 31st March, and we’re all looking forward to sitting down and indulging in Easter eggs and spending time with family. Whilst humans are more than happy to tuck into an Easter egg or two, our dogs are at risk of serious health complications if they get hold of an egg.

Chocolate is extremely dangerous for dogs and consumption can cause severe illness, or in some cases...

Vet shares warning against dangerous Easter hazards from Chocolate to Roast Dinners

With Easter fast approaching, many of us will spend time with loved ones, indulge in chocolate and enjoy Springtime activities. However, this can be a particularly dangerous time for pets, and owners must be cautious as it poses a risk to their health and well-being, even from unexpected sources.

If you're unsure how to keep your pets safe this Easter, here are 5 tips recommended by...

Over 2,000 Dogs Stolen In 2023 - THESE Are The Most Dog Breeds At Risk and Here's How To Keep Them Safe

The police have released the top 3 dog breeds that are most likely to be stolen. English Bulldogs , French Bulldogs and XL Bullies were the most frequently stolen breeds, with there being a 6% rise in the amount of dogs stolen in 2023 in contrast to 2022.

Pet theft figures suggest at least 2,290 dogs were stolen in 2023 and the likelihood of reuniting owners with their stolen pets...

Easy Easter Dog-Friendly Recipes to Try This Year!

With Easter approaching quickly, you may already be thinking about the perfect way to treat your dog this year, especially because they can't eat chocolate! However, just because they can't join in on the egg action, doesn't mean they have to miss out on some yummy treats over the easter period. With this in mind, the recipe team at tails.com have shared a selection of Easter recipes that are...

Expert Tips for Using Weed Killers Around Dogs

Spring is known for its warm weather bringing out vibrant gardens that need tending to as the growth of weeds increases; however, dog experts at Kennel Store are advising professional and casual gardeners alike to replace chemical herbicides with more natural weed killers out of concern for dog poisoning risks.

This warning comes following independent research from Kennel Store that...

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