Puppies

Leading animal welfare organisations warn unsuspecting prospective pet owners of the dangers of buying pets online after finding more than 400 adverts included red flags that could be associated with unscrupulous breeding and selling, or a sign that the animal was illegally smuggled into the country.

The Pet Advertising Advisory Group (PAAG), which includes animal welfare...

• Owners of puppies under 16 weeks old are being asked to sign up to a one-of-a-kind research study.

• Dogs Trust's Generation Pup is the most comprehensive study into UK dog health and welfare of a generation.

• The research has already identified key information to help with dog health and behaviour.

Residents in the South West,...

You CAN teach an old dog new tricks! This National Rescue Dog Day (20 May), Dogs Trust is debunking some common misconceptions around adopting a rescue dog and the dogs who need a second chance.

Despite growing awareness around rehoming rescue dogs, they are still often misunderstood, with many assumptions about age, behaviour and needs.

These myths can sometimes lead to...