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‘Dogs alter faces when humans are looking’ - study

‘Dogs alter faces when humans are looking’ – study

While dogs made far more facial expressions when humans were watching, being offered food did not produce the same effect....

Wolves more cooperative than dogs, study suggests

Wolves more cooperative than dogs, study suggests

Researchers assessed groups of dogs and wolves with a “loose-string” test. Results show domestication has not made dogs more tolerant ...

New canine DNA tests released

New canine DNA tests released

“Now, there is no reason for any more border terriers to be born with shaking puppy syndrome, illustrating the enormous...

Freedom Project extends to North East

Freedom Project extends to North East

The Freedom Project works by placing the dog at risk into the home of a volunteer foster carer.  Figures reveal...

Government to review air weapons regulation

Government to review air weapons regulation

The RSPCA received almost 2000 reports of airgun attacks on cats between 2012 and 2017. RSPCA hopes future regulations will...

Scottish SPCA appeal for information after cat poisoning

Scottish SPCA appeal for information after cat poisoning

The most common cause of cat poisoning is antifreeze. Pet owners urged to be vigilant A Scottish animal welfare charity...