As animal welfare organisations across the country face greater demand on services than ever before, Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest canine welfare charity, has taken a unique approach to staffing its contact centre. The Dogs Trust team has identified a number of dogs with a talent for communication and, from Monday, these skilled pooches will […]
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How your dog’s tennis ball could save their life
A lot of dogs love tennis balls, and whether you throw one for them to chase, or they like to carry it in their mouth for the walk, the brightly coloured items are a staple part of life with a canine companion. For many of our dogs a walk just isn’t the same without their […]
‘Titanium Terrier’ gets second chance at life with plate in her head
Judy Horsford, from London, first became concerned for her 10-year old rescue terrier Sammy when she started losing her balance and tilting her head to one side. Now, Sammy is back to her old self – thanks to a state-of-the-art titanium mesh plate in her head. “We took her to our vet who tried anti-inflammatory […]
Pet Theft: safety tips from home security experts
With an estimated – and only one in four being found and returned – you may wonder how you can keep your pet safe from potential thieves. To help combat this nightmare scenario, home security experts have pulled together some of their top tips to keep them safe – and what to do if the worst happens. […]
Allergy season and pets: how to spot symptoms
Allergy season is here, and pet experts are warning owners to be vigilant of the potential allergies that their furry friends may experience. Seasonal allergies are a common risk to pets. Studies show 15% of dogs suffer from them, whilst cats are also particularly prone, especially if they spend a lot of time outside. Typically, […]