The RSPCA is calling for the giving of pets as prizes to be banned - and is urging local authorities across England and Wales to act to protect "misunderstood" goldfish.
As coronavirus restrictions continue to ease across England and Wales, the RSPCA fears that the "out-dated and cruel" spectre of pets being given away as prizes will return to fairgrounds as events resume in...
Picking up after your dog isn't exactly the most enjoyable chore. Let's face it — it's gross! It can be tempting to skip this task, but doing so is not only bad for the environment and public health — in many places, it's also illegal.
The research team at tails.com have done some digging to reveal which cities across the UK are doing the most to tackle dog fouling and Newcastle made...
For lots of people living under COVID-19 restrictions, it suddenly seemed the perfect time to get a dog. Lots of time at home, not much else to do, so why not?
Plus, there is evidence that having a dog can improve people’s work-life balance, and they provide a reason to get outdoors, which is known to be good for mental wellbeing. There are even some claims that dogs can ‘cure’...
Ready for a fun-filled summer with your dog? As well as your family, it's important to ensure your dogs are entertained, keeping active, socialising, and having fun.
Below, experts at Canine Cottages have suggested seven dog-friendly activities to help make this summer the most paw-fect one ever!
It's National Pet Travel Safety Day - experts at tails.com have shared they handy guide to staying safe!
There's no doubt about it, 2021 is the year for staycations. And many of us will be taking our four-legged friend with us as we head off to UK resorts for a much-needed summer break.
It's a well-known fact that we Brits love our pets, and we like to involve them in...
Summer has finally arrived, and we aren't the only ones who have been looking forward to it! This season is one of the most fun for our furry friends — longer days mean longer walks and hot weather usually leads to some quality beach time. But the highlight of the summer for any dog is easily the tasty barbecues.
The bad news is that you may have to stop them from devouring the...
Brits are gearing up for another year of summer holidays at home – and this time, it looks like our pets will be coming along too. Data from travel comparison site TravelSupermarket reveals a 107% year-on-year increase in holidaymakers looking for dog-friendly holidays in the UK[1], suggesting our furry friends will also be enjoying a break this year.
It comes as no surprise that the UK is a nation of pet lovers and a recent survey suggests that for many of us, they are the number one priority. Latest figures from PDSA reveal that there are 10.9 million cats and 9.9 million dogs living in UK households.
A study of 2,000 besotted cat and dog owners by Confused.com reveals the lengths brits go to to keep their beloved animal cosy....
Having the responsibility of a pet has cost owners more than £500 in damage repairs, on average, new research reveals, as lockdown sees a surge in pet purchases.
And as the festive season fast approaches, more of us will consider adding a furry friend to our family. But you might be biting off more than you can chew, as more than one in five (22%) pet-parents admit their animals have...
