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Christmas is a dangerous time for pooches, with the vast array of festive table treats often fatal if consumed by dogs. Although many people look forward to the festive period most of all because of the food, it isn’t the same for our furry friends. And while Brits tuck into …

A new interactive map showing Scotland’s “most dog-friendly” forests has been released. If you have a dog, there is nothing better than heading out into the Scottish countryside with them. As we enter November, time is running out to make the most of the spectacular autumn Scottish scenery. To help …

ALL UK households with a dog have been warned by a delivery driver. Taking to Reddit, the anonymous delivery driver had a word of warning and caution for dog owners who have beloved pooches at home – after they made his life a misery. The driver, who could work for …

Plymouth is one of the places that has seen a worrying uptick in the number of dog attacks on postal workers in the past year. Across the UK there have been an average of 42 incidents occurring weekly, according to recent findings. Royal Mail said there were 2,206 instances of …

A spokesman for the organisation said: “Sadly, media and celebrity culture drives demand for a particularly exaggerated look in flat-faced dogs, which can lead to serious health issues such as difficulties breathing.” “Responsible breeders that prioritise health and use tools such as our breathing assessment – the Respiratory Function Grading …

A postman ‘genuinely thought he might die’ as he was dragged to the ground during a vicious dog attack. The dog’s owner then begged postman Steven McKay not to call the police after he was chased and bitten by the Belgian shepherd, a court heard. Liverpool Crown Court heard that …

Royal Mail workers in Northern Ireland have reported 56 dog attacks in the last year, placing the BT postcode as the second most dangerous spot for postal deliveries. The number reflects a 12% increase on the 50 dog attacks staff sustained last year and ranked Northern Ireland at No2 spot …

Postal workers have urged the government to tackle the dog violence “epidemic” they say is a major safety risk. The Communication Workers Union (CWU), the union for postal workers, wants the government to “toughen up” and improve police enforcement as well as court penalties. The union went on to describe …

King Charles gives permission for the Royal Kennel Club to celebrate its 150th anniversary in the garden of Buckingham Palace in May. Source link

Two postal workers were attacked and bitten by dogs this week in South Yorkshire, with both suffering injuries. The first attack happened in West Melton where an “out of control dog” went after a postal worker as they delivered mail. The postie was bitten on the leg by the dog …