9 h. ago Dumbarton animal rescue charity set for walkout over "chronic low pay" dispute

Around 140 members of staff employed by the SSPCA will go on strike for 24 hours over the pay issues - including those at the facility in Milton.

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10 h. ago Dog found abandoned on street after being shot in head twice by cruel owner

WARNING, DISTRESSING CONTENT: A dog was found abandoned on the street after being shot in the head twice by her cruel owner - but has since been rescued and found a loving home

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11 h. ago Animal charity warns dog owners against doing one thing to stop barking

The Blue Cross has issued a warning to all dog owners about certain training methods

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33 h. ago Vet explains 3 dog warning signs every parent should recognise around children

If a dog snarls at a child, the safest step is to calmly separate them immediately and avoid punishment, which can escalate fear and aggression

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66 h. ago Girl, 4, rushed to hospital after pitbull 'took her face off' while on walk with mum

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT The unprovoked dog attack has left both mother and daughter traumatised with Alexis Higham fearing for her daughter's life as she tried to wrestle the pitbull off

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4 d. ago Loch Ard anglers warned over fishing equipment after dog left with horror injury

The fish hook was stuck in the throat of black Labrador Smoo in the incident - prompting a plea for those fishing on the loch to be mindful of clearing up as they leave.

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4 d. ago Dog behaviourist highlights 1 breed you should never get as they 'bite children'

Clinical canine behaviourist Will Atherton has warned against owning specific dog breeds if you've never had a pet before, as it could go 'terribly wrong'

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5 d. ago Dog behaviour expert issues 4 week warning to anyone getting a puppy

It comes as many owners have admitted to doing no research before committing

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7 d. ago Woman's lip torn off as stray dog lunges at her face in horror park attack

WARNING, GRAPHIC CONTENT: Minna Pickell had been walking her dog Zeus when a second mutt attacked her, tearing off her bottom lip which left her needing emergency plastic surgery

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9 d. ago Dog owners warned not to dress up pets in costume for Halloween

People have been told that while they may be cute, it could cause distress

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1 week ago Dog trainer warns 'huge mistakes' could turn your 'cute dog' into a 'nightmare'

Some minor, overlooked daily interactions can cause behavioural issues to escalate out of control

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1 week ago Warning as 'huge mistakes' could be the reason your cute dog 'becomes a nightmare'

Will Atherton claims to have trained thousands of dogs with behavioural issues and attitude problems

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1 week ago Expert explains different types of dog barks and how a owner can understand

It turns out, that not every dog bark is the same and no one expert has shared what owners need to look out for

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1 week ago Vet warns against 'irresponsible' TikTok trend that sees dog owners scaring their pets with Halloween animatronics

While many see the latest TikTok trend as funny, Dr Anna Foreman, the in-house vet at Everypaw Pet Insurance, has blasted it as 'irresponsible'.

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2 w. ago Dog expert warns owners to watch out for seven behaviour changes

While dogs don't experience seasonal affective disorder, some seasonal factors can influence their emotional well-being

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2 w. ago Aussie firefighters turn up the heat sizzling charity calendar

Firemen from across Australia gathered for their 33rd time to pose with adorable pets and farm animals to raise money for charity.

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2 w. ago Pet owners warned of 'mystery illness' causing dogs concerning symptoms after walks

Dog owners have been warned to remain mindful of a 'mystery illness' after taking their pets for a walk in the woods - with symptoms including vomiting, diarrhoea, fatigue, abdominal pain, muscle tremors and elevated temperature

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2 w. ago Vet's stark warning to dog owners over 'mystery illness' after autumn walks

A warning has been issued to dog owners who notice a change in their pets after taking them on a woodland walk around three days prior - as vets share symptoms of a rare illness they could have picked up

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2 w. ago Dog behaviourist says these breeds are most unpredictable with aggression

A dog behaviourist has warned that some breeds may be more unpredictable and aggressive during certain circumstances

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2 w. ago Diane Keaton’s family thank fans for their ‘love and support’ and reveal actor’s cause of death: report

Relatives urged well-wishers to donate to a charity helping animals or the homeless — two causes the beloved actress was passionate about

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