If you're reading this, it means that you're considering adopting a pet. However, you're probably intimidated by the responsibility it brings. Scroll down to find out essential things to take into account before getting a furry friend. 1.  Are yo...

This time last year I momentarily regretted getting involved in campaigning for a better world for dogs. As my newsfeed filled with gruesome, stomach-churning images of dogs being butchered in China I was overwhelmed by the horror. It was the ann...

Adopting and caring for a special needs dog can be a hugely rewarding experience. You’re providing an animal with a safe and comfortable home, the extra care they need, and all the love they deserve. Rewarding as it is, caring for a special needs...

Dogs are known to be man’s best friend and full of love for their companions. If you’ve adopted a rescue dog, then it’s natural to have some concerns. It’s likely your new dog has been raised in poor conditions. Maybe they’ve been starved, abused ...

Whether it's a border collie herding sheep in Donegal or a Glen of Imaal terrier chasing tennis balls in a Dublin flat, the Irish love their dogs! A good 34 % of Irish households house at least one dog. They're most likely to have human names like...

The decision to bring a dog into your family is a huge one, but even bigger is the decision on where to get your dog. Although there are a few options, adoption is by far the best. Here are a few reasons why adoption is the better option. You’re s...

Sadly there is still too much dog abuse and animal cruelty that takes place in the world. Why in this politically correct age, where everyone’s feelings are considered at all times and injustice is rightly pursued with a vengeance where humans ar...

Often when we think of service animals, we may imagine some giant dogs that we’ve seen working in the military and alongside our police forces, especially German Shepherds. But, there’s also those enormous Saint Bernards helping to rescue stranded...

Choosing to add a pet to your life can be both an exciting and daunting task. It is one thing to decide that you want to get a dog, but it is another to go about the task of doing it. Once the decision is made, the next step is to see how are you...

It is true that puppies often get the most attention from visitors at the local pet shelter. Their adorable faces, wiggles and sounds make them irresistible. Of course, they are also a ton of work. Many puppies land right back at the shelter when...