This image of woman rescuing disabled dogs in Ukraine is both poignant and hopeful. The ongoing Ukraine-Russia conflict has cast a gloom on many around the world. While wars have never brought any good news, small gestures of kindness by people ...

Ireland's criminal puppy smuggling cartels are estimated to be hauling in around £150MILLION a year transporting and selling sick and dying dogs to the UK public through Belfast. A major investigation by the USPCA has uncovered fresh details of m...

I happened to be in the post office early one morning this week. One of the local postmen was laying out his deliveries for the day in sequence of delivery and most of what he was dealing with was boxes of all sizes. How their role has changed d...

Ireland's largest dog welfare charity has received a 358% increase in dog owners requesting advice on how to help their pets cope with fireworks Dogs Trust, Ireland's largest dog welfare charity, has issued some advice on how to keep our furry fou...

A British morning talk show's tweet regarding dog vaccination fears turns the anti-vaccine conversation to dogs. Though there is existing research on the matter, the information is not nearly substantial to cause worry among pet owners. Tweet Gon...

From the Lone Ranger to Zorro, we know good guys can wear masks. But just try convincing your dog of that. As controlling the spread of the coronavirus becomes a paramount concern, many governments across the world have recommended – and some hav...

Dog owners' mobile phones and cameras are crammed with fun shots of their four-legged best friends. Pictures from the dog park, family events or forest walks – they all document our precious puppy time. A whole bunch of pictures of important momen...

Dogs have been man’s best friend since before history began. They have been by our side for so long, and we have moulded them to our every need, that today there are more breeds than anyone could possibly know. Many of these breeds, like Bloodhoun...

If you own a dog, you’ve probably noticed the array of clothing for pets that are available these days. Where once there were just sweaters and jackets to keep dogs warm, there are now pants, hats, bandanas, socks and more. In addition to being a ...

Dogs need exercise. It’s not a maybe—keeping them active is a requirement if you want your pup to be happy and healthy. But keeping your dog active can get tricky if you’re busy and short on time to take them for a walk. This is where sports come ...

Are you thinking of adopting a dog?  Then, make sure you are prepared for him or her because this will change your life. After the adoption, there are a number of obligations to fulfill. You're about to add a new family member. Dog requires care...

All over Ireland, people are gearing up for Halloween. For many, this holiday is a time to enjoy dressing up, going to parties, and getting treats. But for some, Halloween can be a stressful time. If you have a pet that gets anxious during firewor...

While the annual turnover for greyhound racing in the UK may have dwindled somewhat over the course of the last decade, this remains a deceptively lucrative pastime on these shores. More specifically, greyhound racing generated an estimated £698.2...