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 […]
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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 […]
Do dogs need snow boots? A vet weighs in
Searches for ‘dog boots’ increased as the UK was hit by a barrage of snow and plunging temperatures. But do dogs need paw protection in the snow? Head Vet at tails.com Sean McCormack weighs in… Generally, dog boots will not cause your dog any pain. However, they might feel uncomfortable, which is why I advise against purchasing them. […]
“It replays in our heads every day”: how two dogs were stolen from their home
On Friday 5 March 2021, our lives drastically changed for the worse. Our girls, Missy and Biscuit, were violently stolen from the safety of their home – a home that we thought to be extremely safe and secure, where we had lived comfortably for the past 27 years. It turns out that wasn’t the case, […]
Jail sentence for man who set his dogs on wildlife
A man has been jailed for six months and banned from keeping animals indefinitely after being convicted of having his dogs – terrier Pip, lurcher Bella and bull lurcher Mig – fight animals like badgers and foxes. These fights led to injuries to both wildlife and the dogs, whose wounds were treated at home without […]