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Milton Keynes University Hospital Allows First Dog Into Maternity Ward

Belle, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, is a trained therapy dog that has become what is believed to be the first dog to be allowed...
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Pet Psychic Reveals Heartfelt Final Thoughts of Pets Before They Pass Away

Pet loss is a very trying and difficult time for pet owners. If you've ever lost a pet, you'll know that things will never be...
Hilton Couple Fined For Breeding Dogs Without License

Hilton Couple Plead Guilty of Breeding Dogs Without License

A couple in Sutton Lane, Hilton in Derbyshire, pleaded guilty and was fined more than £24,000 for breeding dogs without a license at their...
American Bully XL dogs attack Yorkshire Police Officer

American Bully XL Dogs Spark Concern to Yorkshire Police Chief

Yorkshire Police chiefs have expressed concerns over the increasing number of American Bully XL dog-related incidents in the UK. Assistant Chief Constable Dan Thorpe of...
Memphis Dog Burned By Owner Finally Finds a New Forever Home 1 Year After

Memphis Dog Burned By Owner Finds New Home 1 Year After

Riona, a 2-year-old Pitbull mix, found its forever home a year after its tragic story went viral on June 2022. The 38-pound dog finally meets...
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CT Homeowner and Dog Both Recovering After Black Bear Attack

A black bear attacked a homeowner and his dog in Litchfield, Connecticut. Officials stated that the dog noticed the bear while looking over a bird...
The Netherlands The First Country With No Stray Dogs

The Netherlands: The First Country With No Stray Dogs

According to the World Health Organization, there are an estimated 200 million stray dogs worldwide. However, there's one country that's the first in the world...
Family's French Bulldog Stolen During Burglary in Essex

Family’s French Bulldog Stolen During Burglary in Essex

Police are asking for the public’s help searching for a stolen pet dog during a break-in at an Essex home on May 24, 2023.  Pearl,...
Northern Ireland Ranks 2nd Highest Number of Dog Attacks on Royal Mail Staff

Northern Ireland Ranks 2nd Highest Number of Dog Attacks on Royal Mail Staff

Northern Ireland recorded 56 cases of dog attacks in 2022 on workers of the UK postal delivery service the Royal Mail, ranking 2nd in...
Dog Rescued At Guernsey Coast After Spotted by Kayakers

Dog Rescued At Guernsey Coast After Spotted by Kayakers

A dog was finally reunited with its owners when kayakers spotted it at Guernsey’s south coast cliffs 24 hours after going missing on June...
Owner Walks Dying Dog Around Pennsylvania Neighborhood for the Last Time

Owner Walks Dying Dog Around PA Neighborhood for the Last Time

Neighbors around Dupont, Pennsylvania, waited on the street to witness a dying dog’s final stroll on June 3, 2023. Owner Kevin Curry organized a final...
Hachiko At 100: Remembering the World’s Most Loyal Dog

Hachiko At 100: Remembering the World’s Most Loyal Dog

For some, losing a pet is like living in a meaningless world.  But what if it’s the other way around? This unforgettable dog shares the...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
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Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
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How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...