TERRIFIED animal lovers are going to extreme lengths to protect their pooches after a huge rise in dognapping in Britain, a study shows.
Two in five dog owners are refusing to let their pet off the lead, a third won't take them out after dark, a third are worried about leaving them home alone, and one in seven are taking them for fewer walks.
The Petsure Games, which were held at the Bath & West Country Festival from 27- 29th August , saw 100s of dogs of all shapes, sizes and abilities get their paws in gear for one of the most inclusive of animal sporting events ever held.
The Petsure Games is three days of barking mad furry fun. Set in the heart of one of the UK's best-loved country shows, the Games have...
New research by comparethemarket.com reveals the home appliances that dogs are most afraid of, as well as expert tips on what pooch parents can do to help ease their fears
Over four in five (85%) dogs are afraid of household appliances, with owners citing them becoming anxious, nervous, or afraid around them
The most feared everyday household items include the
Ruff Guide To Spotting Problems In Your Dog's Poop
Our dog's poop can tell us a lot, including if there's something wrong – we've spoken to head vet Sean McCormack to find out what signs to look out for when you're scooping the poop.
"Poop smells, we know that – but is your dog's poo a little (or a lot) smellier than usual? Stinkier-than-usual poos can indicate your dog's...
Head Vet reveals how to protect your dog from grass seeds
Despite being no bigger than a grain of rice, tiny grass seeds can cause real problems for pups who like bounding through long summer grass.
Head vet at tails.com , Sean McCormack, explains what to do if you spot a grass seed wound on your dog, as well as the steps you can take to prevent it from happening in the first place...
What are the dangers of your pooch consuming seawater? Sean McCormack at tails.com explains:
"Seawater contains a high balance of salt, approximately 35 grams of salt in every 1 litre (1000 ml). If your dog drinks too much it can quickly become dehydrated, and symptoms can worsen if your dog isn't provided with fresh drinking water....
The Farmer's Dog has partnered with DogLost, a voluntary organisation helping stolen and missing dog owners, by launching a "missing" campaign reminiscent of the missing children milk carton campaign used in the USA in the 1980s.
The Farmer's Dog UK, a raw dog food company, will affix stickers with the profiles of six missing dogs produced by DogLost onto their mail order boxes....
