Image by Richard Murgatroyd Photography A specialist dog fostering scheme which supports people fleeing domestic abuse is issuing an urgent plea for more foster carers after seeing a 23% increase in demand for its services over the last 12 months. The , managed by Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, It provides temporary […]
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Nine out of ten cannot recognise ‘crucial’ signs of anxiety in dogs
Up to nine in ten dog owners wouldn’t be able to identify some ‘crucial signs’ of anxiety in a dog – despite the fact that almost three quarters (72%) believe they can accurately read their dog’s body language and know if they’re feeling fearful or happy, according to research by the Kennel Club. The Kennel […]
Brucellosis: protesting the ‘fear-based’ treatment of overseas dogs
In our we reported the growing concern around Brucellosis in foreign dogs – and how a growing number of veterinary practices are refusing to treat dogs from overseas unless they’re first tested for the disease. , a former registered nurse, has removed herself from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons’ nursing register in protest… I am a […]
Support Dogs: the life of a puppy socialiser
Fiona Foster, from Mosborough, Sheffield, is a puppy socialiser for national charity – which trains and provides dogs to help autistic children and adults with epilepsy or a physical disability to live safer, more independent lives. A family says a new puppy has brought “lots of laughter” to their household – but in looking after the […]
Irritable Bowel Syndrome in dogs: the signs, and what to do
Barking Heads has engaged their Vet Dr Scott Miller and their dog Behaviourist Adem Fehmi to talk about Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) in dogs… Like humans, IBS is a condition that affects the digestive system in dogs, giving them an upset stomach. While it is an uncommon issue in dogs, any dog can be affected. […]