Dogs

Dog-Friendly Christmas Markets: Top Alternatives and Safety Tips This Festive Season

Looking to bring your four-legged friend along for some festive fun? You're not alone! With searches for 'dog-friendly Christmas markets' up +180% over the past 30 days*, many of us will be looking to take our beloved dogs to the markets this year.

To help you and your pup enjoy a cheerful, safe day out, the team a t Canine Cottages has sniffed out some paw-some dog-friendly markets, along...

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Outbreak of Alabama Rot, a Flesh-Eating Disease in Dogs, Sweeps Across UK

Alabama rot is a disease that can sadly be fatal to dogs. With a recent spike in UK cases , veterinarian Dr Corinne Wigfall at Petsure shares her expert tips on how to prevent the disease. Plus, how you can spot symptoms quickly if you think your dog might have picked it up.

Dr Corinne Wigfall says, "Alabama rot causes clots to form in small blood vessels. It starts as skin lesions...

Crufts to introduce health entry requirements for popular brachycephalic breeds from 2025

To continue to ensure that dog shows remain an effective platform to monitor and improve dog health, The Kennel Club has announced it is introducing health-related entry requirements for some brachycephalic breeds for Crufts 2025.

All eligible Pugs, Bulldogs and French Bulldogs will need to have a valid Respiratory Function Grading scheme assessment result to compete at Crufts 2025....

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Crufts 2024: Vets reveal top questions to ask when buying a puppy to avoid unwanted health issues

Ahead of international dog show Crufts, the British Veterinary Association issues advice to prospective dog owners on how to buy a healthy puppy.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is encouraging anyone considering buying a puppy to always ask five important questions first to make sure they get a healthy, happy puppy from a responsible breeder. The warning comes as...

German Shepherd given new lease of life with total hip replacement at Chestergates

A German Shepherd has been given a new lease of life as a result of a Biomedtrix total hip replacement at Chestergates Veterinary Specialists.

The nine year old female dog had been displaying symptoms of hind limb lameness, stiffness and a reluctance to exercise for 10 months. These clinical signs had been progressively worsening.

Initially her condition had been managed...

New study unveils the dog-loving capital of the UK

A new study by pet insurer Waggel reveals that Swindon is the number one dog-loving city in the UK.

The study compared 2023 gov.uk data on dog population against the human population of each city that houses at least 100,000 people to discover where the dog ownership rate is at its highest.

Topping the list is Swindon, with a ratio of 316.48 dogs per 1,000 humans. Nestled in...

Photocall notice: Crufts 2024

CRUFTS IS BACK: DIVERSE DOGS – LITTLE AND LARGE, POPULAR AND UNUSUAL – LAUNCH THE WORLD'S GREATEST CANINE CELEBRATION

What: The official launch of the world's greatest celebration of dogs, Crufts

When: Tuesday 5 March 2024 at 10.00am

Where: Outside the NEC , Birmingham (meeting at the Toute Suite, next to the Box Office – parking in East 1 car park).

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NEW DNA TESTING SCHEME FOR SCHIPPERKE

The Kennel Club has approved a new official DNA testing scheme for T-box ( bob tail ) in the Schipperke, following consultation with the breed's health co-ordinator on behalf of the breed.

T-box causes dogs to be born with shorter tails (or bob tails) compared to dogs that carry no copies of the gene, and causes neonatal death in dogs carrying two copies.

The disease is...

Watch out for signs of doggie depression

Dog lovers have been warned to ensure the current cold temperatures and lack of daylight hours aren't giving their cherished pets winter blues.

Just like us humans, dogs can struggle with their mental health at this time of year with thousands falling victim to something similar to Seasonally Affected Disorder (SAD), according to pet health experts from VitaPaws . The experts claim...

PDSA urges to see past the muzzle & breaks down misconceptions

Last released figures shared by Defra showcased that more than 35,000 dogs have been registered in England and Wales under the XL Bully exemption scheme. Not factoring in the number of dogs living in Scotland who as of 23 February will be required to wear a muzzle, there's bound to be a surge in dogs outside wearing muzzles.

PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing, explains there's many...

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Find out which dog breed suits you best based on your lifestyle

A survey conducted by the pet insurance company Petplan has shown that more than half (52%) of pet owners felt like their pet provided companionship in the past year.

If you're considering getting a dog it's important to know which breed suits your lifestyle. To help you with this, Petplan has created a quiz to help find your ideal canine companion based on your lifestyle.

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