Stricter rules around the sale of puppies and kittens have come into force to protect the animals’ welfare. BBC News reports that it is now illegal for commercial sellers to sell animals they have not bred themselves at their own … Continue reading
Taking your pet dog on a car trip is a common thing to do but you could be in breach of the Highway Code. We see dogs in their owners’ car all the time – and of course, it’s permitted … Continue reading
Maple and Dottie are now walking around with kitchen utensils cleverly attached to their harnesses to halt their antics – after owner Helen Blakemore grew weary of their mischief. The Mirror reports that a mischievous Dachshund duo caused trouble on … Continue reading
As anyone who has ever lived with a dog will know, it often feels like we don’t get enough time with our furry friends. Most dogs only live around ten to 14 years on average – though some may naturally … Continue reading
A new law will recognise animals as ‘more than mere property’ and crack down on the booming trade in stolen pets. Metro reports that the government is set to create a new offence for criminals who go after pets, which … Continue reading
More people are considering giving up their dogs for adoption since coronavirus restrictions were lifted, according to a dog welfare charity. BBC News reports that The Dogs Trust said it had seen a 35% increase in calls related to giving … Continue reading
Lexie Elliott, 26, first encountered cockapoo Wilf in December 2018, when he was hurled in front of her car from a passing van as she took a phone call in a layby. That horrendous event turned out to be a … Continue reading
Every year, Jane Dotchin packs her saddlebags and sets off on an epic journey from her home near Hexham, Northumberland, up to Inverness, Scotland. Metro reports that since 1972, Jane, 80, has been heading on this annual trip on her … Continue reading
When I left the Armed Forces after 22 years, I didn’t expect to be seeking shelter in the woodland just a couple of years later. I arrived home in Perth, Scotland, in June 2012. I was 42 and was adjusting … Continue reading
From cat cafes to pet-loving hotels: here’s our pick of the top feline-friendly destinations in Britain. Maison de Moggy, Edinburgh Scotland’s first cat café, Maison de Moggy, is home to 12 cats, ranging from Pauline the Maine Coon to Elodie, … Continue reading
