Dog groomers were among many businesses that had to stop operating throughout the Covid-19 crisis. This means many dogs owners saw their appointments cancelled, and had to try grooming their dogs themselves to keep them comfortable as temperatures soared. Price comparison site idealo has seen “a mammoth spike” in sales of dog grooming products, with a 309 per […]
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Locked out: supporting the homeless’ dogs
As the UK headed towards lockdown, it became quickly clear that the public was facing an unprecedented crisis; the situation looked especially dire for the homeless, who were unable to isolate at home, and their dogs, who are often their only companions. From the start Michelle Southern, founder Street Paws – a charity that provides support and […]
How to spot the signs of post lockdown separation anxiety in dogs
From happily pitter pattering around us while we’re home schooling or working, to excitedly running alongside us on walkies and snuggling up next to us in front of Netflix, our dogs have loved spending so much time with us during lockdown — and the feeling’s mutual. For us humans, life is returning to normal; schools […]
‘Bad dogs’ may save the world
Article by Colette Kase, first published in October 2018 Dogs Today Those who fail to make the grade as a family pet could perhaps have the energy and drive needed for vital conservation work Tony’s future was not looking good. Sure, he was handsome and charming with his shiny chocolate coat and lopsided grin, but […]
Do dogs get sexually transmitted cancers?
The gorgeous Rodney Article by Colette Kase, originally published in Dogs Today March 2020 Uploaded by Editor, Beverley Cuddy The first time I encountered sexually transmitted cancer in dogs was shortly after I moved from the UK to Belize, a small Caribbean nation in Central America. I started working on some humane education projects and […]