Discover practical and effective ways to save money on dog insurance without compromising the well-being of your canine friend. In this article, we present six concrete strategies that will help you optimize your dog insurance coverage while reducing your financial…
Dog laws and legislation relating to dog ownership are under constant review and as new legislation is proposed and existing dog laws are sometimes amended, this article aims to keep you informed of the laws that every dog owner should…
Winter is upon us and with it comes potential new dangers for dogs, both inside and outside of the home, some of which might surprise you because according to new research, only two fifths of dog owners are aware of…
Some of Britain’s loneliest and most overlooked dogs have written Valentine’s letters to their ideal new families in a bid to find true love this year – and we have their letters here. But why are rescue dogs writing letters?…
Schnauzerfest began life in 2014 as a social media based network of Schnauzer loving people getting together for a series of fundraising dog walks around the UK. That first year, all walks were held over one autumn weekend and it…
A new study has revealed that it takes dog lovers two minutes and seven seconds before they know a dog is ‘the one’, according to new analysis. The research has been released by National Dog Adoption Day and Animal Friends…
Every morning when I wake up I can’t believe how lucky I am to have Buddy in my life. Since the day I found him back in April 2009 he’s been my best friend, and although I rescued him, in…
Has your dog ever reacted in a way to someone – either positively or negatively – making you think differently about that person? If so, you aren’t alone. According to new research from Direct Line, three in 10 men would…
Jo Wheatley shot to fame on the hit TV show ‘The Great British Bake Off’ in 2011 and since winning, has published multiple books with her favourite recipes. When her grown-up kids and grandkids come to visit it keeps her…
According to new research by Direct Line Pet Insurance, in 2018 five dogs were stolen each day, with Staffies and Chihuahuas the most targeted pedigree dog breeds. You might think your home and garden is safe, but how safe really…
Without giving it much more than a glancing thought, it’s easy to underestimate the role technology plays in our day to day life. What was once a mindblowing feat (listening to thousands of songs without the need for CDs or…
If you’re planning to bring a new dog into your home, you might have started to look at your home in a new light. Whether a puppy is joining your family or you’re adopting an older dog, there are some…
The average dog gets 12-14 hours sleep a day, but when they’re awake what does a typical day in the life of a dog look like? We asked dog owners to share their dog’s happiest moments with us to build…
Did you know that just 30 minutes of brisk walking a day can vastly improve both your own and your dog’s health, both physically and mentally? That seems like as good a reason as any to get out and about…
We all love our dogs. While for some, they are their registered emotional support animal which can be taken around the world, for others, they are a part of their family and considered as an equal. Either way, they are…
The Dangerous Dogs Act was introduced to protect the public from dog attacks, including dog bites. However, dog incidents continue to rise and so as the Act’s ability to function and protect, rather than punish a dog based on their…
As Alabama Rot continues to spread across the UK, most recently being spotted and affecting dogs in County Durham, Bolton, Plymouth, Derbyshire, Teeside and Wales, here’s how to spot the symptoms of the fatal disease, Alabama Rot, also known as…
As the Beast from the East meets Storm Emma and the UK continues to be battered by strong winds, snow and ice, the RSPCA is urging pet owners to keep their animals safe and warm. Here are 10 top tips…