11 h. ago Vet nurse identifies 2 'easiest breeds to work with' for prospective dog owners

A veterinary nurse has shared which dog breeds she finds 'easy to work with' at her practice, and it's two you might not expect to be 'co-operative' at her practice

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45 h. ago Amazon driver leaves dog owner in stitches with proof of delivery photo

A man was left in stitches after checking his Amazon order status to discover it changed from 'out for delivery' to 'delivered'

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54 h. ago Stray dog found on streets of Glasgow lands forever home as new owner says 'he saved me'

Boby, who is around one-year-old, was rescued by the Scottish SPCA in Glasgow late last year.

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3 d. ago Dog owners warned as these breeds more 'at risk' this winter

Owners should be aware of the potential dangers

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3 d. ago Australia news live: NSW dog owners face jail time for leaving pets in cars; flood warnings issued for Sydney

Under the proposals, offenders could be fined a maximum of $44,000 and sentenced to a year in prison. Follow updates liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast‘Brazen’ judge comments highlight family court failuresLegal experts have criticised the handling of abuse cases in family court, after a woman and alleged survivor of domestic abuse alleged a judge suggested she be taken to a park to “fight it out” with her former partner.The judge has evidence before them of family violence, which by definition is a pattern of violence, control and abuse of power, and yet has opted to collude with the alleged perpetrator, emboldening this person to continue his offences.The fact that these attitudes permeate the justice system does not surprise me but it is shocking how brazen (these comments) are.” Continue reading...

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3 d. ago Urgent dog food warning as owners told 'don't feed to your pet'

The dog food may pose a risk to pets

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5 d. ago UK dog owners warned follow six rules or risk legal action and £1,000 fine

Anyone found to be ignoring these rules may be fined up to £1,000 if the matter goes to court

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5 d. ago Dog owners only just learning what it means when pets show their bellies

A dog owner turned to social media after noticing how her puppy rolls onto his back in almost every situation, prompting experts to explain the common behaviour

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5 d. ago Dog owners finally learning real reason pets roll over and show bellies

Dog experts have revealed the top five reasons why your pooch might show off its belly, after one owner shared concerns about their pet doing it at every opportunity

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5 d. ago 'I'm a vet and these are the 5 dog breeds I would own myself’

Millions of people all over the world are dog owners, with a range of breeds to choose from. A vet has weighed in on the five breeds he'd actually be keen to own personally - and some may be unexpected

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6 d. ago Man found dead by side of road after being mauled to death by own dog

The 33-year-old dog owner was discovered lifeless in a roadside ditch after being mauled to death by his own American Bulldog - police said it stood over his body when paramedics arrived on scene

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6 d. ago Dog owners told 'know the signs' as pets can get hypothermia

Pet owners should be wary of the signs in case of a medical emergency

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6 d. ago Dog owner's heartbreaking warning to anyone who uses sticks for games of fetch

When out for dog walks, it's common to see dogs with sticks in their mouths. Our furry friends love playing fetch with them – but it's important to avoid it with your own pet

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6 d. ago Dog owner issues vital warning to anyone who uses sticks to play fetch

While it's a common sight to see dogs proudly running around carrying the sticks they've found in their mouths, a dog owner has strongly warned against allowing this

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7 d. ago Dog owner promised pup won't grow past 30lbs but soon learns the truth

When Ezana Bahru adopted a Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy, he was assured by the breeder that the dog wouldn't grow too big. Then something unexpected happened

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7 d. ago Dog owners launch GoFundMe to change wedding day – the reason is heartbreaking

Amie and Harry are due to marry in December but their 15-year-old Labrador Billy may not make it down the aisle as planned and a TikTok video has caused some people to shed tears

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8 d. ago Dog owner buys XL jumper for her pet but is floored by what turns up

When it comes to online shopping, you should always be wary of the size you're ordering. And a dog owner has shared the "iconic" moment she realized she had made a mistake

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8 d. ago Pet owners warned over common winter product that can be fatal

A veterinary nurse has issued a warning to cat and dog owners about a common product that's often used in winter that can be fatal if pets come into contact with it, even if its just a few drops

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8 d. ago Dog owners told simple, everyday task could be giving your dog salmonella

The "simple task" could save you a trip to the vets

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8 d. ago A new start after 60: I adopted a Guide Dog mum – and found true love, community and confidence

After her husband died suddenly, and her children left home, teacher Helen Smith started to question everything in her life. Then a radio programme about a shortage of Guide Dogs gave her an ideaHelen Smith was cleaning her bathroom and listening to the radio, some time after the pandemic, when a story came on about a shortage of guide dogs. The pandemic had made it hard to breed puppies. One vision-impaired owner faced a two-year wait for a new dog. Knowing the importance of her own relationship with dogs, Smith was overcome with sadness for him. Right then, she thought, “Well, what am I going to do with the rest of my life?”She was living in the south of Hesse, in Germany, having moved in 1998 from Shropshire for her husband’s work. Their daughters were nine and three. The family settled. They got a dog. Smith found tutoring work and started a business teaching English.Tell us: has your life taken a new direction after the age of 60? Continue reading...

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