Category: News

Mar 19
Pet Bereavement Counsellors Partner With Dignipets to expand support

The Association of Pet Bereavement Counsellors has partnered with Dignipets to connect pet carers with bereavement support alongside at-home veterinary end-of-life care.

Mar 19
Nilaqua Pets Launches New Waterless Dog Grooming Products

Nilaqua Pets has expanded its waterless dog grooming range in the UK, introducing new no-rinse products designed for cleaning dogs without bathing.

Mar 19
New Livestock Worrying Law Comes into Force on 18 March 2026

A new UK law on livestock worrying comes into force on 18 March 2026, introducing unlimited fines and expanded police powers for incidents involving dogs and farm animals.

Mar 19
Unlicensed dog breeder has £200,000 seized under Proceeds of Crime Act

A dog breeder in Wales has had around £200,000 recovered after operating without a licence, with authorities using the Proceeds of Crime Act to treat income from puppy sales as unlawful profit.

Feb 18
Can a Smartphone Measure a Dog’s Heart Rate? Early Research Explores New Monitoring Approach

A study suggests smartphone recordings may help estimate heart rate in dogs with over 90% accuracy, although the research is still at an early stage.

Feb 18
YouGov survey finds 72% of Britons support ban on electric shock collars for dogs

Public support for banning electric shock collars stands at 72%, according to a new YouGov survey of adults in Great Britain.

Feb 18
Royal Kennel Club Launches Breeding for Health Framework

The Royal Kennel Club has launched a new Breeding for Health Framework, a science-led initiative aimed at improving the health of pedigree dogs across the UK.

Feb 18
DEFRA Reviewing Dog Walking Rules Following Natasha Johnston Case

DEFRA is reviewing how dog walking is regulated across the UK following the Natasha Johnston case, including whether clearer national rules or licensing may be needed.

Feb 17
RVC Study Finds Doodles Are Not Healthier Than Purebred Parent Breeds

A Royal Veterinary College study published in PLOS ONE found no clear overall health advantage in Cockapoos, Cavapoos and Labradoodles compared with their purebred parent breeds.