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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Devon is the Second Most Dog-Friendly Region for UK Beaches

As people look forward to the easing of lockdown restrictions, many will be looking to book a staycation with their pooches. But which popular seaside location is the most dog-friendly?

As part of their Dog-Friendly Beaches, campaign researchers at Uswitch have crunched the numbers to reveal Devon as the second most dog-friendly seaside destination in the UK. Along with this, Wendy...

Husky 'brought back from the dead' by vet after heart stop scare

Emergency vet Susana praised for resuscitating Heidi

Meet Heidi, the miracle dog who came back from the dead.

Loveable husky Heidi collapsed at home and her heart stopped on the way to a Vets Now pet emergency clinic.

But, against all the odds, a vet brought her back to life — performing CPR as she lay lifeless in a car, her body rigid, her pupils dilated.

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‘IT’S TIME TO GO NUTS!’: EARTH ANIMAL VEGETARIAN PEANUT BUTTER NO-HIDE® CHEWS LAUNCHED IN UK

The chews are low-fat, low-calorie, and vegetarian!

Dogs are going ‘nuts’ for the new Peanut Butter chews in Earth Animal’s popular No-Hide® range, which have just launched in the UK.

Peanut Butter No-Hide © Chews are a low-fat, low-calorie, vegetarian option for our four-legged friends. The sweet flavour delivers a delicious, long-lasting chewable bliss to dogs of all...

How to protect against dog theft

Dog theft is sadly on the up, with estimates showing that seven dogs were stolen a day in 2020 – a 170 per cent increase from 2019. Due to the sharp rise in demand for puppies during the pandemic, and the resulting surge in prices, criminals are seeing dog theft as an easy way to make a lot of money. Despite this, dog thefts do remain uncommon.

Blue Cross is working hard to put...

Pooch Perfect travel: 7 Dog-Friendly Travel Tips for your 2021 Staycation

Is your pooch a ruff traveller? With 84% of Brits considering a staycation this year1, our dogs will be spending more time than ever in cars up and down the country.

Below experts at Canine Cottages have revealed 7 dog-friendly travel top tips to make sure you enjoy pooch-pawfect travel this year!

1. Do your research

Before taking your dog away, it's important to do your...

British dogs living their best lives on pre-lockdown staycations

British Dogs Living Their Best Lives: The Happiest Dogs on Holiday

With a lockdown-free summer on the horizon, excitement is stirring across the UK thanks to the thought of being able to see friends and family again along with the potential of a much-missed UK holidays seeming likely.

Though international travel may not be possible this year, holidaying in the UK certainly comes with...

Only 3 UK regions are searching for senior dog adoption

It isn’t surprising to learn that older dogs experience great difficulty when trying to find a new and loving family—it is a sad reality we should all be aware. After all, every animal deserves to experience unconditional love (especially dogs), additional care for their needs like hypoallergenic dog food , treats, and toys.

Rescuing dogs in any capacity is a wonderful thing to do....

Thousands wouldn't be in a relationship with someone who disliked dogs

New data released shows that despite 2020 turning lives and relationships upside down, the bond humans share with our four-legged companions remained the same, as nearly three quarters (70 per cent) of West Country dog owners proudly admit that their dog is their best friend. Furthermore, almost two thirds (62 per cent) say they wouldn’t be in a relationship with someone who doesn’t like dogs...

Quick tricks you can teach your dog

No matter the reason that you get a dog, they can contribute positively to numerous aspects of your lives . Whether you want a puppy to look after before having a child or have acquired a dog for comfort reasons – such as a therapy dog – they are sure to be a large part of your life.

If you are a new pet owner or a more experienced one, have you considered how you can teach your dog...

Dog Theft Security

Owning a dog can be a very rewarding experience, and with more Brits spending time at home or out walking in the country, the demand for finding a furry best friend increased. However, this surge in Brits wanting to own a dog also resulted in an increase in dog theft across the UK; in fact there has been a 170% increase in dog theft since lockdown started, with many breeds being targeted for...

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