Reverse sneezing is relatively common in dogs, but it can be quite alarming to witness if you’re not familiar with it! Allergens like dust and pollen can trigger the response and hot weather, over-stimulation, and eating and drinking can make it worse. Dr. Anna Foreman, vet, gives some advice. Reverse sneezing is an aptly named phenomenon […]
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Ricky really hates the C word – cruelty
Ricky Gervais, Betsy and Peter Egan. © Joseph Sinclair/FLOE Ricky Gervais and After Life co-star Peter Egan welcome rescued laboratory Beagle Betsy, who is helping their campaign to end experiments on dogs, and other animals. Ricky Gervais and After Life co-star Peter Egan are campaigning to end experiments on dogs and other animals, and they’re […]
Experts reveal five reasons to let your pet sleep in your bed
The number of households in the UK with a pet is at an all-time high, leading to more than 5,000 owners turning to Google to ask questions such as ‘should a pet sleep on the bed?’ and ‘what are the benefits of allowing my dog on the bed?’. Research by the Mayo Foundation for Medical […]
Hairless Willow looking for a special home
Three-year-old Willow, a rescue dog who suffers from a chronic skin condition which has made her hairless and will require ongoing supportive care, is currently in the care of Romania Project Manager, Jo – but she is looking for a forever home. IAPWA says, “It’s not known whether she will ever grow a full coat back […]
Lost for words…”it’s only a dog” – check your chips!
Has anyone ever tried to minimise your feelings about your dog? The day after my father’s funeral a dog sitter inexplicably left our double security gates open and Poppy one of our beloved, elderly Bearded Collies went outside on her own for the first time. The dog sitter hung around until I got there with […]