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Cortisol in shelter dog hair confirms high stress
The stress hormone cortisol accumulates in hair, in both humans and animals. Utrecht University study explores long-term stress in shelter...
Rabbit hutch petition reaches 100,000 signatures
The petition aims to ban the sale of cruel rabbit hutches in the UK. The petition calls for a legal...
Vets urge owners to rethink dog walks in hot weather
Ten times as many dogs need veterinary treatment for heat-related illness following exercise as for being overheated in cars. Study...
Dog personality not determined by breed – study finds
Researchers showed that behavioural characteristics ascribed to modern breeds are polygenic, environmentally influenced, and found, at varying prevalence, in all...
Vets confirm two further cases of CRGV
Alabama Rot affects the kidneys, and has a 90 per cent mortality rate. Dog owners urged to be vigilant. Two...
New RVC research predicts canine life expectancy
"These life tables offer an important insight into the life expectancy of popular dog breeds in the UK" – Dr...
RNLI rescues spaniel stuck in cove
Pictured: Woody at Port Isaac RNLI boathouse, safe after his dramatic rescue. Woody fell off a cliff, and had been...
Study seeks dog owners for harness design research
"This is really important in helping owners to make informed decisions about harnesses that are most suitable for their dog"...
UK dog thefts hit seven-year high
London saw the highest number of reported dog thefts of any region. French bulldogs and Jack Russells were among the...
American bulldog given facelift surgery
After several years of discomfort, Sam is finally pain-free. After four surgeries, Sam can finally see. An American bulldog has...