As Spring approaches, outdoor experts from GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have highlighted the potential hazards dogs could face in British backyards and encouraged big-hearted homeowners to take appropriate precautionary measures. From common plants like tomatoes and lilies, to potentially deadly fruit, fertilisers and weed killers, families that love their dogs need to be extra careful in their backyards […]
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Crufts: “more needs doing” for the health and welfare of dogs
Crufts has finally arrived, but with , animal welfare advocates are struggling to watch as dog after dog in the show ring are celebrated for having physical features associated with serious health issues. Is enough being done to save and protect the welfare of our dogs? From dogs who are at high risk of problems with their […]
Part of the furniture: can you spot all the hidden dogs?
We’ve heard of pets looking like their owners, but what about pets that look just like their homes? Sofa and carpet specialists have searched the country for the nation’s most camouflaged pets with a photo competition, and have revealed the ten best disappearing acts! Maddie, a nine-month-old cockapoo from Nottingham was crowned the winner of the Part […]
Rags to riches: two neglected dogs before and after rescue
It is a ‘rags to riches’ tale to rival that of Cinderella: two severely mistreated dogs, found living in squalor in a house in County Durham, are now enjoying their new lives in loving homes – and couldn’t look happier! Nine-month-old Spaniel Lola and adult (female!) crossbreed Charlie were removed from Chris Adam’s home by the RSPCA […]
Hounds of love: dogs looking for new homes this Valentine’s Day
This Valentine’s Day, the RSPCA and Battersea Dogs and Cats home are hoping that some of their residents will find their special someone and find their happily ever after in a loving home. Both the RSPCA and Battersea see plenty of dogs coming through their doors, all full of love to give despite their sometimes […]