A Yorkshire woman who left her dog alone for long periods and failed to get vet treatment for the canine’s serious eye condition has been banned from keeping animals for 10 years. Nicola Taafe of Roberts Avenue, Leeds, pleaded guilty to one offence under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 and...

Canicross is a sport that is relatively new to the UK, which involves cross-country running with dogs. It is described as being 'dog-powered', as a dog is attached to the owner via a harness. The idea being that they run together as a team with the owner as the driver,...

Leading independent pet food manufacturer Burgess Pet Care has secured its first listing for Sunshine Snacks, a new limited edition product, with Jollyes, one of the largest chains of pet food superstores across the UK.   The SKU was launched across all Jollyes stores following the success of Burgess Excel Winter Berry Bakes, which were...

Leading UK animal welfare charities, RWAF (Rabbit Welfare Association & Fund) and the RSPCA have led on a new Rabbit Welfare Strategy to highlight the needs of pet rabbits, who are currently the nation’s most misunderstood pets. The strategy aims to identify common health and welfare problems, as well as offering advice and possible resolutions to navigate the issues raised. The document has a ten-point action plan to improve the welfare of one of the nation’s most popular pets.  The strategy has the support of...

Just like their pawrents, our dogs can suffer from the irritating effects of seasonal allergies. So, as the weather heats up and pollen levels rise, in the UK searches for ‘signs of allergies’ have risen by +5000% in the past 30 days. With this in mind, Dr. Emma Scales-Theobald Vet, Canine...

Sausages sizzling, drinks flowing, surrounded by friends and family…we love BBQ season. With blue skies and warmer weather finally making an appearance this year, it’s no surprise that online searches for ‘disposable BBQs’ have increased by 140% over the last 3 weeks alone. To celebrate National BBQ Week (3rd-9th June)...

In line with Pet Appreciation Week (or PAW!), on Tuesday 4th June, Birmingham Dogs Home is launching a live ‘puppy cam’ where viewers can check in one of the home’s litters of adorable puppies – all in the name of a very important cause. In partnership with Miraculous Meals, the Little Miracles Appeal invites people to join...

An unusual piece of lifesaving training kit purchased through an equine charity crowdfunder has been used for the first time to teach best practice in complex animal rescues.  Generous supporters of Southwest-based The Mare and Foal Sanctuary donated more than nine thousand pounds for a special horse mannequin which is...

The UK’s leading animal charities and veterinary organisations are reminding XL bully owners of the first neutering deadline for exempted dogs at the end of next month. XL bullies who were over the age of one on 31 January 2024 and have been exempted by their owners now have to...

A daily walk (or two!) is vital for our dogs, but while they’re enjoying their outdoor time any owner knows there are all sorts of ways they can get themselves into mischief! Their curious nature and desire to sniff everything means that they often end up sticking their noses into...