All news on the topic: Dogs

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Nobody to be prosecuted after woman, 28, mauled to death by eight dogs
Police have announced no one will be prosecuted after a woman was mauled to death by dogs earlier this month in Caterham, Surrey, and a coroner will now investigate the mysterious tragedy
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Unluckiest dog stuck at shelter after 14 failed adoptions finally finds home
Poor Ronald was let down by more than a dozen families until he finally found his new home after being housed at the SPCA shelter of Wake County in North Carolina, US
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Man shot dead by his own dog lounges on sofa with pet who later killed him
Joseph Smith, 30, from Kansas, US, was killed in a tragic accident on Saturday morning after his pet dog stepped on a rifle in the backseat of his jeep
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Vet's haunting plea for owners putting down their dog after seeing final moments
Veterinary nurse Rachel Bean understands how difficult it is for owners to watch their pets be put to sleep, but says it's so important to look them in the eyes and tell them how loved they are
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French bulldog with 'face only mum could love' shortlisted for ugliest in the UK
French bulldog Milo has been shortlisted in the UK's ugliest dog competition and is described by owner Emma Stephens as a "bit aesthetically challenged" after an eye infection
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Man, 32, shot dead by own dog after leaving rifle on back seat of his car
A man from Wichita, Kansas, was found dead in his pick-up near Geuda Springs, north of the Oklahoma border. Police said he was killed after his dog stepped on his rifle, causing the weapon to discharge
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Baby dubbed 'MOWGLI' as six dogs teach her to walk on all fours and use flap
A mum has dubbed her own daughter 'Mowgli' after she started walking on all fours and began trying to eat dog food after spending time with the family's six German Shepherds
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Police dog accused of stealing officer's sandwich as half-eaten lunch vanishes
Ice, a German Shepard K9 dog with the Wyandotte Police Department in Michigan, US, went rogue after 11 years of service, but he was excused after all thanks to his "puppy eyes"
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Dog owners warned of common driving mistake that can land you with £5k fine
As tempting as it may be to hop in the car with your pooch without restraining them, doing so could land you with up to a £5,000 fine - and there are other steps you need to take to be safe in the car with your furry friend
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'I'm a pet expert - how to walk dogs safely in icy weather and what to avoid'
Animal behaviourist Carolyn Menteith shares her advice for walking your dog safely outside as temperatures fall across the UK - plus how to know when it's too cold for your pooch
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Pups left to freeze to death after being dumped in woods hours after being born
French-bulldog and Shih tzu type dogs were discovered by a passerby hours after birth. They had been cruelly dumped and left to freeze in the woodland where they were found
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'My pet insurance won't pay out - what should I do?' Everything you need to know
Consumer rights guru Martyn James delves into the world of pet insurance, from what exactly it does - and doesn't cover - to what to do if your insurance provider doesn't pay out
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Kate Middleton's brother heartbroken as beloved dog there in 'darkest days' dies
James Middleton said he would 'miss her terribly' in a tribute to his beloved 15-year-old dog Ella who helped him to overcome 'a really difficult battle with depression'
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Firefighters cut garage to rescue 70 Pomeranian dogs and cats from burning house
Fire crews responding to a blaze in Contra Costa County, California, US, had to saw off part of the garage door to enter and found 70 Pomeranians dogs and cats in need of saving
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Woman attacked by dog that ran up as she got out of car leaving permanent scars
The victim was getting out of her car in Grays, Essex, when she was attacked by Peter Fricker's dog. She was badly bitten suffering eight deep wounds to her legs and needed urgent surgery
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Dog trainer shares best and worst breeds for families with young kids
Leading canine behaviourist Will Atherton recommends his favourite and least favourite dogs for families with young children - and one breed might come as a surprise to you
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Banksy the painting dog finally lands forever family after 550 days in kennels
In this week's Pet Club, Banksy the nationwide famous pooch finally lands a forever home of his own and seven-month-old kitten Lynx got saved from a tree
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Couple spooked as CCTV footage shows 'dead family member' walking 'calm' dog
Matthew Kane was left in 'terror' after his wife showed him footage showing a figure appearing 'effortlessly' from a cabinet in their home and leaving a 'trail of light' behind it
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Baby pulled from basket and mauled to death by rescue dog as family 'broken'
Mia O'Connell was killed at four months old by the terrier Dachshund cross who was found standing alongside the baby with blood on its mouth, an inquest heard
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Rescue centre taking in five dogs per day as owners struggle with costs
Border Collie Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre cared for around 20 dogs before the pandemic hit but now has at least 120 in their centre, as they continue to take in 'unwanted' pets every day
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Dog owner notices horror sign pooch had eaten poison hidden in chunks of meat
Abbi, a West Highland White Terrier, fell ill after swallowing the revolting substance in Greenwell Park in Fife, Scotland but thankfully her owner noticed something was wrong
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Pet owners have set New Year's resolutions for their animals, like more exercise
A third of animal lovers say they are more likely to stick to their own goals if they also set similar resolutions for their pets
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Vet knits dog new ears after horror attack but he's 'not really happy with them'
Willy the dog lost both his ears when he was attacked by two other dogs when his head was caught in a fence, with a kind vet crocheting him a new set to boost his new home chances
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Friendly dog follows Google Map snapper and shows up in every Street View shot
A golden retriever accompanied a Google Map photographer around her home island of Jukdo when updating their Street View service with a trail guide around the island
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'I walked out on a first date because he didn't like dogs - it's a deal breaker'
Rachel Humphreys, 28, from Leeds, walked out on a first date after her Hinge match declared he strongly hated rescue dogs - her precious pooches are a deal breaker