Do you think as a nation we’re dog friendly enough? I spoke to Springwatch presenter and conservationist Chris Packham ahead of Dogstival festival which he’s hosting in May 2019. He talked about his devotion to pet Poodle Scratchy, how he’d like to see more dogs allowed in pubs, cafes and resta … [Read more...]
How Pepsi the Springador is a real life saver for Izy
Little Izzy Pyne has a special bond with her Springer Spaniel Labrador cross Pepsi. When she was born 16 weeks early, she suffered a bleed on her brain, her heart stopped and her stomach was perforated. It resulted in brain damage and epilepsy and she has other complex needs meaning she is unable … [Read more...]
The top 10 gadgets for dogs from Crufts
Did you know you could get Lucozade for your dog, a zip up drying bag, herbal tea and even a grooming pod you can put in your back garden? No, nor did I! Each year I go along to Crufts at the NEC in Birmingham to keep my finger on the pulse of what’s going on in the pet world. This was my round up … [Read more...]
Abuse hell Staffie on show at Crufts
Staffordshire Bull Terriers were voted the nation's favourite dog earlier this year which is amazing for the reputation of the dogs. I spoke to proud owner Nicola Owst about her remarkable dog Buddy. He was abandoned in a crate and left to die, but thankfully Nicola found him and now he's a … [Read more...]
Meet the Komondors who take three days to get Crufts ready!
Meet prize winning Komondors Charlie and Daz who spend three days getting ready for Crufts. The two dogs draw glances wherever they go and it's no surprise when they both weigh over ten stone and are covered in dreadlocks. I spoke to their owners Julie Branch and Barry Davison about the … [Read more...]
Millennials choose pets for how they look on social media
Research by Petplan found that one in ten millennials chose the breed of their pet based on how they would look on social media. The figures came from a Pet Census report carried out by the insurance firm into the relationship we have with our pets. I spoke to representatives from two rescue … [Read more...]
Do you love your pet more than your partner?
ANIMAL mad Brits are so in love with their furry friends that over a quarter have DUMPED a partner who didn’t like their pet. Nearly half - 41 per cent - say their pet is their best friend and a further 17 per cent cancel dates to spend time with them. The survey into the relationship we have with … [Read more...]
Dogs and divorce – how to manage a break up and protect your pet
Relationship break-ups don't just affect the couple and their family. Our pets can find them upsetting too. Research has found that 81 per cent of pet owners feel keeping custody of their pet is a top priority. Celebrities are affected too - presenter Ant McPartlin and his ex wife Lisa have … [Read more...]
Carla Finzel is a district nurse for pets
When animals are poorly or recovering from injury or surgery, they can't have a nurse visit them in their homes like we might. But vet nurse Carla Finzel is trying to change this. She's a district nurse for pets and tends to them in the comfort of their own homes. This takes away the stress … [Read more...]
The cruel trade in Frankenpups
There's been such a demand for designer dog breeds in the last few years and this sadly means that unscrupulous breeders are operating too. Regular readers will know many of my stories are highlighting the work of welfare organisations and I spoke to Vanessa Waddon about this worrying … [Read more...]
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