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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
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Top tips for a dog-friendly staycation

By Harry Roberts Managing Director at My Favourite Cottages

Since the start of the pandemic, 3.2 million UK households have welcomed a new pet.

But now the UK has started to open up again, many dog owners have been looking to take their new family member on their first holiday.

In fact, according to a recent study 'dog...

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...

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...

• GoodMove has revealed the six most destructive dog breeds that'll wreak havoc in your home
• Labradors take the top spot as the most calamitous canine
• Plus, some hilarious puparazzi pics of pets caught in the act

Dogs aren't just animals, they're part of the family! No matter what happens with family, we always have their backs.... even after they've...

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....

• 59% of dog owners are worried about how they would care for their dog if pinged
• 45% are more concerned about the mental and physical impact of isolation on their dog than themselves
• 48% have been creating at home dog workouts during isolation
• 54% of dog owners are unclear of self-isolation guidance

A whopping 51% of dogs in the UK have...

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....

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!

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