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Classic FM to air special show for pets during fireworks
“The programme has been specifically devised for pets – dogs, cats, hamsters, gerbils – who may be upset or nervous...
Dogs trained to detect malaria from socks
Dogs were able to identify 70 per cent of the malaria-infected samples (Stock photo). Sniffer dogs could help prevent disease...
Australian war dog receives PDSA Dickin Medal
The PDSA Dickin Medal was presented to Kuga’s canine colleague, Odin. Belgian Malinois Kuga recognised for actions in Afghanistan A...
Black cats make up nearly half of Battersea cats
Black cats make up nearly 43 per cent of all feline admissions. Charity attempts to dispel myths ahead of National...
Guidance to help tackle extreme conformation
The BVA’s new position statement comes amid increasing concerns over breeding and conformation-related problems. Document sets out principles to enable...
Nottingham extends Itchy Dog Project
Dogs that scratched less severely tended to have their conditions managed without the use of medications. Owners of all breeds...
Street Paws issues Halloween plea to partygoers
Winter is a particularly difficult time for homeless people and their pets. Seeing people in scary outfits can be terrifying...
Dogs accompanied Neolithic farmers into Europe – study
Dogs travelled with humans on their journey to Europe during the Neolithic period. DNA research reveals new insights into the...
Study reveals insights into how dogs process words
The study was the first to train dogs to voluntarily enter an MRI scanner and remain motionless during scanning. Scans...
Police dog honoured for heroic actions after terror attack
“PD Mojo worked tirelessly through unimaginable scenes of destruction and utter chaos." Mojo was first on the scene at Manchester...