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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Expert tips to create pup-friendly pancakes

Pancakes are a tasty treat, and your family is no doubt looking forward to celebrating Pancake Day with some delicious pancake creations. There's no reason the whole family can't get involved with the celebrations either, including your pets.

Your furry friends don't need to be left out. By making a few simple tweaks to your usual pancake recipe, you can make pup-friendly versions...

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A warning for pet owners this Pancake Day

Imagine eating 11 pancakes in one sitting – well that's exactly what your precious pooch* is doing every time you give them just one cube of cheese according to PDSA.

It comes as a warning to pet owners this Pancake Day as part of the leading vet charity's 'Big Weigh In' campaign which aims to tackle obesity in pets.

"We all love a treat and I'm certainly looking forward to...

The Most Beautiful Coastal Dog Walks in The UK Revealed

The team at WeThrift have compiled this Top 10 list of the most beautiful coastal dog walks in the country ranked by the amount of Instagram hashtags for each beach.

Top 10 beautiful coastal dog walks:

Camber Sands, Sussex - 100,611 hashtags
Formby Beach, Lancashire - 54,116
Rhossili Bay, Swansea - 24,232

Pet Adoption Simplified With New Central Database For Rescue Dogs & Cats

A team of animal lovers in Cambridgeshire, who are determined to make finding the right pet to adopt a great deal easier, have launched a new central database to simplify the process of finding rescue dogs and cats in need of adoption.

Recent TV and news articles confirm that there has been a dramatic rise in the number of pet owners parting with their dogs and cats. There are many...

UK social enterprise in bid to curb stray dog population growth

UK rescue is at breaking point due to pandemic puppies being abandoned and dogs surrendered due to the cost-of-living crisis. Most overseas organisations focus on rehoming dogs out of their country of origin which Dog Desk Animal Action say is not sustainable.

Michelle Robertson, founding director of Dog Desk Animal Action says "While finding homes for dogs in need is hugely...

Valentine's Day dash to vets after puppy eats tray of Dairy Box

Dog owner Shannon Morgan devised an ingenious way of hiding her Valentine's Day chocolates from her mischievous Cockapoo puppy called Belle.

Shannon slid the large Nestle Dairy Box under her sofa into a place she knew that 11-month-old Belle couldn't get access. There was only one problem: adorable Belle was one step ahead of her and somehow managed to tunnel under the sofa while...

Greyhound racing must end in Scotland to stop thousands of unnecessary deaths and injuries, says Dogs Trust

Dogs Trust, the UK's leading dog welfare charity, has welcomed today's launch of a consultation into the future of greyhound racing in Scotland. Since 2018, over more than 2,200 greyhounds died or were put to sleep because of racing on licensed tracks around the UK and over 22,000 injuries recorded. These figures do not include those who have died or were injured while racing on independent...

Government must deliver on its commitment to ban cruel electric shock collars, say leading veterinary and animal welfare organisations

A group of leading veterinary and animal welfare organisations is calling on the Government not to U-turn on its promise to ban hand-held Electronic Shock Collars in England.

Last year, the Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) announced that these collars would be prohibited for use on dogs and cats in England from 1st February 2024, something that would have...

Pet pooches cost owners £4,000 in damages over lifetime, research shows

Man's best friend costs the average pet owner a whopping £4,000 in damages over the course of their life, according to fascinating new research.

Damaged furniture and ruined carpets are the most common complaints among animal owners according to Dr. Beckmann – racking up huge four figure bills. Almost four in ten owners (38%) say their pooch has caused irreparable damage to their...

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The new TikTok walking trend is beneficial for you and your dog’s health

Walking is a great way to relax and clear your mind, and it's even better with your dog. So, with 3.4 million views on TikTok, the 'decompression walk' trend encourages dog owners to let dogs off their lead and roam free in the countryside.

Decompression walks are a great activity for you and your pooch to embark on during a holiday. But how does this trend benefit your pooch's well-...

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