The Midlands' oldest and most-loved animal welfare charity, Birmingham Dogs Home, has announced pet accessories manufacturer and supplier, Ancol, as its first-ever rehoming programme sponsor. As an official sponsor, Ancol will support the charity with its mission of helping thousands of dogs find their forever homes throughout the year, which...

A dog almost died after breathing in grass seeds while on a walk. 15-month-old cocker spaniel Archie needed major surgery at Chipping Norton Veterinary Hospital to save its life. Owner Laetisia Carter feared she may lose her beloved hound before a team at the hospital carried out the delicate two-hour procedure. Now, after vets there...

Animal-lovers have just one week left to sign an urgent electric shock collar campaign asking Members of Parliament to put pressure on the UK Government to not abandon a pledge to ban the cruel devices. In April, Defra announced that the Animal Welfare (Electronic Collars) (England) Regulations 2023 would come...

A Southampton pet retailer has gone above and beyond on its food safety requirements in a bid to maintain the highest level of food hygiene for cats and dogs across the south. Leading pet food and accessory supermarket, Healthy Pet Store, has celebrated another milestone after its logistics and warehousing...

A 20-year-old dog lover from Lazonby is preparing to take on the Great North Run next week (10 September) to raise money for Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity. Elliot Judge already dedicates many hours every week volunteering at Dogs Trust Cumbria which has helped more than 350...

In a heart-warming twist to canine companionship, a recent study by Canine Cottages has shone a light on the extraordinary emotional connections’ dogs can share. The question of whether dogs can experience love has long captivated dog owners and animal enthusiasts alike. To delve into whether dogs could feel romantic...

Statistics released today by one of the UK’s largest dog welfare organisations shows that up to nine in ten owners wouldn’t be able to identify some crucial signs of stress in a dog – despite the fact that almost three quarters (72%) believe they can accurately read their dog’s...

Richmond pet enthusiast Jean Wilson is making a splash with her bespoke Doggie Swimming Club, an initiative captivating the hearts of both dogs and their owners. With a commitment to enhancing the lives of our much-loved four-legged companions, Jean’s club is redefining the way dogs experience aquatic play and exercise...

Researchers from St. Pancras Station have polled* the nation's dog owners and revealed that such is the love for their pets 21% (a fifth) had returned early from holiday because they couldn't bear to be away from their furry friend any longer. Of those who had left a holiday early...

The organisers behind Guinea Pig Awareness Week (GPAW), the UK’s largest campaign dedicated to improving guinea pigs’ welfare, have announced a wealth of initiatives around this year’s theme, Rescue & Rehome. For 2023, it’s all about throwing the spotlight on the many guinea pigs in rescue centres in need of...