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I had to say goodbye to a dearly beloved dog called Edward, on Monday 25th of March 2013. Two weeks ago today.
He was the most amazing dog with children. He was gentle, loving, and his adoration of children and people shone through everything he did.
Thousands of our our dogs and cats are becoming either seriously ill and in many cases dying, because the freezing conditions require the councils to act by treating the roads.
PDSA Create Report On The Well-Being Of Our Pets
Report Overview
Watchdog Exposes Pets At Home
The popular BBC's consumer programme Watchdog, has revealed that some Pets at Home stores had serious shortcomings in their small animal and fish management.
I watched the Wednesday evening's show, and was surprised to see one of its flagship branches at New Malden, was reported to be in breach of basic animal welfare standards.
RSPCA and Breeders Shock Admission
Would you even consider neutering this puppy?
He is just six weeks of age. The RSPCA spays and castrates at this age, and apparently believes it is ethically and morally acceptable to do so.
Watch Out For Puppy Scams, Even From What Appears To Be Bona Fide Breeders.
I recently visited a client who had bought a pedigree puppy Labrador from a well known gundog kennels and breeder. The dog was suffering from severe separation anxiety.
When I arrived, I was somewhat surprised to see a dog that looked about five months old. In my humble opinion this dog was a cross breed. I have taken some pictures, have a look yourself.
From the 20th August 2012, anyone found to be in charge of a dog that is dangerously out of control , whether it bites or not, could face up to 18 months in jail. Anyone found with one of the four banned breed could face up to six months in jail. The current banned breeds are shown below:
The America Pit Bull Terrier the Japanese Tosa, the Dogo Argentino, the Fila Brasileiro