The past year and a half was difficult for everyone, but for Sunita Thind it was especially hard. She credits her dog Ghost for getting her through dark times with his constant support – and When the Covid pandemic sent the UK into its first lockdown, Sunita was already battling ovarian cancer. By her side […]
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Pandemic pups and dogs with behavioural problems filling UK’s rescues
Many months since the start of the first UK lockdown, new research by Agria Pet Insurance shows the continued and alarming impact on the situation for dogs resulting from the pandemic. It is reported that more than half of the dogs handed into rescues are younger than two years old, with a significant proportion of […]
Pet dogs can predict owners’ epileptic seizures, study confirms
Led by Queen’s University Belfast has now confirmed that pet dogs without any experience of epilepsy are able to detect the specific smell associated with an imminent seizure, and can therefore reliably warn their owners before it occurs, reducing the risk of injury and potentially saving lives. Lead researcher Dr Neil Powell, from the […]
Rescue dogs help rehabilitate young offenders
After a pause due to the pandemic, Paws for Progress has announced the re-launch of the its Rescue Dog Training Programme for Young Offenders at HMP & YOI Polmont, in Scotland – rehabilitating young offenders by teaching them to train dogs from local rescue organisations. “As part of this innovative service, young men are selected […]
Dogs in the office: is it legal to welcome pets into the workplace?
During lockdown, an estimated 3.2million households welcomed new pets. But after an extended period of home working, many found that their animals were simply not used to being ‘home alone’ – prompting a etting is something that should only be done after proper consideration. What are the issues with having dogs in the office? Lease clauses: Many […]