Dog owners warned not to give pets chocolate due to risk of poisoning
Even small amounts can cause serious illness while other Easter treats such as hot cross buns are also toxic to dogs
Dogs Trust
Ban on Irish greyhound racing ruled out after Welsh, Scottish parliaments outlaw sport
Minister Martin Heydon rejects claims of animal cruelty as ‘dreadful slight’ on thousands of dog loving owners
The health benefits of adopting a dog: ‘She knew when I was sad and would snuggle into me’
Dogs help their owners both mentally and physically, providing comfort and a reason to get out of the house
Are we pampering our pets too much?
Long cuddles, spa ‘treats’ and lavish pet-sthetics – pet privileging might seem like a nice idea for humankind’s best friends, but are we just breeding unhappy dogs?
The cost of owning a dog: Purchase, licence, dog-sitting, insurance, vets and cremation
The cost of pet food, visits to the vet, a dog licence, and the price of insurance all need to be totted up before you consider getting a dog
Six-legged dog found in Wales has surgery to remove extra limbs
Spaniel pup Ariel named after Disney’s The Little Mermaid as partly fused extra back legs said to resemble a mermaid’s tail
Kennels at full capacity after dog abandonment spiked in 2023, says ISPCA
Dogs Trust records 37% rise in rescue requests and is ‘extremely concerned’ about ‘unwanted dog crisis’
Veterinary bills bite pandemic pet owners who forego insurance
One of those new dog owners was Dublin-based Sandra Green, who adopted a retired greyhound called Otto, from a charity
New dog control measures include trebling of fines to €300
Heather Humphreys says people who do not comply with rules should be punished
How to... walk your dog (not everyone's a fan)
Pay attention to what’s going on around you and obey public space rules – and pick up the poop
Labrador adopted after eight year wait with Dogs Trust
Oscar the 11-year-old finds new home this Christmas after years of waiting
In the market for a dog? Here’s what it’s likely to cost
A dog is for life, not just a pandemic, and the outlay can quickly ratchet up
Classroom pets: when animals are let loose in schools
Children are engaging with an experiential learning approach that can have a lasting impact
All dogs must be ‘microchipped and registered’ by end of March
Failure to comply with regulation could lead to a fine of up to €5,000, department says
Almost half of stray dogs destroyed in some areas
Dog Trust says councils need to work with dog charities to reduce figures
The Yes Woman: Pitter-patter of tiny paws – it’s like having another baby to raise
If you fall prey to puppy love, make sure you’re in it for the long haul
Net Results: Web is not a pet project for animal groups but a lifesaver
The arrival of Facebook has been a transformative animal welfare development
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