A Southport man has been given a decade-long ban on keeping animals after he failed to take his cat to the vet when she was in pain and suffering from a broken pelvis. Orrin Lloyd (DOB 24/11/189) of Scarisbrick Avenue was sentenced at Liverpool Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 15 July. ...

Pets are the gift that keep on giving, however, owning a furry friend comes with a lot of responsibility, not only for them but also for the environment. As a pet owner it’s important to consider both your pet’s and your own actions and how they could potentially be impacting...

For many people, their pooch is a four-legged best friend, so it’s understandable that it simply wouldn’t feel right to celebrate their special day without them. As weddings have now returned, and more venues are happy to welcome furry friends, it’s an exciting time for many! PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing...

The UK's first app-integrated salon management software for dog groomers has been launched. The new app, Tuft, offers dog groomers a convenient way to manage their business and reach new clients. The app also boasts a host of innovative features to cut down admin time and a digital dashboard with...

A Shar Pei dog who was left behind when her owner moved away before being rescued by the RSPCA will appear on the Channel Five show. Tonight’s episode (Tuesday 27 July) of The Dog Rescuers on Five features Lila, a seven-year-old Shar Pei who was rescued by Inspector Jess Dayes...

As International Friendship Day (30 July) approaches, the team at Dogs Trust Loughborough are hoping it will bring one of their residents the new four-legged best friend – and family – she has been waiting for for more than a year. Two-year-old Akita, Juno, arrived at the Wymeswold rehoming centre last July, but is still waiting to find her perfect...

Does your dog shy away from the water? Don’t fret - there are things you can do to get them safely confident in the water and have your very own water puppy! Although many dogs are confident swimmers, there are many pooches out there scared of water – whether that...

New research from The Kennel Club reveals only 2% of dog theft cases in 2020 resulted in a criminal charge. As concerns about dog theft soar following the surge in pandemic puppy buying, the statistics shows a shocking failure to tackle a crime that is devastating 196 families every month. Research...

The team at Dogs Trust Merseyside are celebrating after finding their oldest dog her perfect retirement home. 17-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross, Lola, arrived at the Huyton-based rehoming centre in April after her family could sadly no longer take care of her. Now, three months later, she has headed home with new devoted owners Susie...

Following the popularity of the Vulnerable British and Irish Breeds Competition in 2019, The Kennel Club has announced that it is taking place again this year, culminating in a grand final at Crufts 2022. To raise awareness of vulnerable British and Irish breeds, and to recognise those people who are...