Final year BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing student Emily Wallace is seeking the public’s views on the welfare of Brachycephalic dogs – such as pugs, bulldogs, Shih Tzus, Lhasa Apsos and boxers. Wallace was inspired to find out whether people believe breeding regulations are needed to cover the dogs during her placement year at a Northumberland […]
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Crufts still celebrating “suffering” flat-faced dogs, RSPCA says
Dr Samantha Gaines, dog welfare expert at RSPCA, was far from impressed by the exaggerated features of several dogs at Crufts 2022 – features which were celebrated despite being detrimental to the dogs’ welfare. Brachycephalic (flat-flaced) dogs are prone to severe breathing issues that have a detrimental effect on their quality of life, and Many […]
Inspired by Crufts? Grooming expert explains how to make dogs look their best
Getting a dog ready for Crufts is much, much more than giving your dog a trim and a pedicure. It involves months of preparation, from ensuring they’re accustomed to big shows, to having their coat groomed to a high standard. With, as the 2021 event was cancelled due to Covid-19, some may feel inspired to […]
Meet long-stay rescue dogs looking for a home
is a rescue and rehoming centre for dogs and cats; they care for more than 400 dogs and cats each year, providing care for up to 40 dogs and 30 cats at any one time. Some of the dogs in their care have been there for some time, and more than ready to find their […]
Charity founder killed in Tonga tsunami was trying to save dogs
Originally from Brighton, Angela had moved to Tonga with her husband James after they wed and had founded an animal welfare charity to rescue, rehabilitate and rehome dogs in her new home. “Earlier today, my family was sadly informed that the body of my sister Angela has been found” According to her family, she […]