The number of people killed by dog bites has almost tripled since the introduction of the Dangerous Dogs Act in 1991, prompting campaigners to call for a change in the law to target behaviour rather than breed. In the ten years before the act, 11 people were killed, but in the 26 years since there have been 73 deaths —…
More needs to be done to teach children how to stay safe around dogs and to reduce the risk of avoidable injuries. That’s the view of MPs who want animal behavioural experts and charities to come up with a canine education plan for parents and schools. Some charities want dog safety to be on the National Curriculum, but ministers say…
A 14 year old boy has been arrested and charged following the theft of Mela, a Jack Russell pup. Mela was snatched from a young boy in Crewe, Cheshire. The teenage ran off with the young boy giving chase. The story was shared widely on social media, with CCTV footage of the incident, and Mela was eventually found in Wales…
In the event of a “No Deal” Brexit, DEFRA have laid down some new guidelines. The current rules will change if the UK becomes an “unlisted” country. They are advising that you contact your vet at least 4 months before travel for the latest advice. For full details, visit https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pet-travel-to-europe-after-brexit
A Staffordshire Bull Terrier, given the name Snoop by RSPCA staff, was dumped in Trentham, Stoke on Trent. CCTV caught the owner dumping the dog, with his bed, onto a road. “Snoop” ran after the car, jumping up at it. The owner callously drove off and “Snoop” was later found by a passer-by, sitting in his bed. He is currently…