Warning not to approach overly friendly badger who’s out chasing dogs and people

Warning not to approach overly friendly badger who’s out chasing dogs and people

He persistently trotted up the path, unconcerned by barking dogs (Picture: Deadline News) Various dogs were approached in Cannock Chase, West Midlands (Picture: Deadline News) It even followed a human over a river, before losing interest (Picture: Deadline News)In a statement, the organisation said: ‘This is not normal behaviour for a badger, who are nocturnal and wouldn’t usually be seen in open daylight walking amongst people.

'Worst day ever' Horror dog warning after pet falls ill after ingesting 'drugs' in park

'Worst day ever' Horror dog warning after pet falls ill after ingesting 'drugs' in park

'Worst day ever' Horror dog warning after pet falls ill after ingesting 'drugs' in park.Willow the Cockapoo was on her daily morning walk when she is believed to have consumed "cannabis" or "opiate-based" drug in the park - and subsequently lost the use of her legs.

Yes, your dog can go vegan – but cats are natural born killers

Yes, your dog can go vegan – but cats are natural born killers

While a cat’s physical anatomy can adapt (cats are able to consume, digest and absorb plant-based food), a cat’s energy-creating metabolic processes cannot: felines need specific groups of nutrients that are commonly found only in meat.

California dog reunited with family 12 years after going missing

California dog reunited with family 12 years after going missing

On Friday, the San Joaquin County Sheriff’s Office uploaded a video to that described the unbelievable reunion.After Levin scanned the dog, he discovered that her name was Zoey and she was previously reported missing from Lafayette, Calif.Zoey will have a playmate as Michelle also has another 13-year-old dog.

What our treatment of Afghan people tells the world about us

What our treatment of Afghan people tells the world about us

The emotive language of Gaby Hinsliff’s article (What a story to tell the world: Britain values dogs more than Afghan people, 30 August ) not only risks deflecting attention from the consequences of the reactive, rather than proactive, response of the British government, but also suggests that one cannot care equally about the victims of humanitarian crises and the plight of other innocent species in manmade conflicts.

Hot Weather Safety Tips

Hot Weather Safety Tips

Animals with flat faces , like Pugs and Persian cats, are more susceptible to heat stroke since they cannot pant as effectively.For other ways to help, download and share our hot weather safety infographic to alert others of the dangers your pets may face during the summer.

Double-crossing cats will not choose owners over their enemies, study finds

Double-crossing cats will not choose owners over their enemies, study finds

Whereas dogs have been shown to avoid a person who behaves negatively towards their owner, the same cannot be said for domesticated cats.The experiment involved 36 domestic cats and their owners, who would be accompanied by two strangers: an actor and a neutral person.

Old dog can't stop smiling after owner creates backpack for walks

Old dog can't stop smiling after owner creates backpack for walks

Look how happy she is (Picture: Caters)An adorable older dog cannot stop smiling now her owner has found a way to include her on hikes.She loves just being included and you can see how happy she is on her face – she can’t stop smiling.’.

Dogs' brains can only learn a few words, scientists confirm

Dogs' brains can only learn a few words, scientists confirm

Researchers measuring brain activity with non-invasive electroencephalography (EEG) on awake dogs to find out how they learn words.(Credits: Vivien Reicher / SWNS)A dog’s brain cannot tell the difference between similar sounding words such as dog and dig, according to a new study.

5 Thanksgiving foods that are not safe for your cats and dogs

5 Thanksgiving foods that are not safe for your cats and dogs

And while canned pumpkin can be a nice treat for pups, pumpkin pie filling can contain xylitol, an artificial sweetener that can be deadly to cats and dogs.

Is there an alternative to ‘future cruise credit’?

Is there an alternative to ‘future cruise credit’?

I know that many cruise lines have been offering refunds, but our firm is insisting that we cannot have any alternative to time-limited vouchers.We pointed out that a refund was not offered to us originally but this has had no effect on their stance.

By owning a pet, you are doing more damage to the environment than you might realise

By owning a pet, you are doing more damage to the environment than you might realise

When pets can emit twice the carbon emissions of our homes’ electricity and kill up to 200 million wild prey in the UK every year, we cannot stay silent.

Scientists found something weird when they scanned dogs’ brains

Scientists found something weird when they scanned dogs’ brains

(Credits: Eötvös Loránd University / SW)When a dog looks at you, they are ‘seeing’ whether you are from the same species as them, whereas humans look to the face of whatever animal they gaze on, a new study shows.

Gardener digs up potato that looks exactly like her dog

Gardener digs up potato that looks exactly like her dog

But Joanne Gudger got a bit of a shock when she unearthed a homegrown potato that looked uncannily like her dog, Dave.‘I still keep laughing about it because I’ll probably never grow a potato that looks like my own dog again.’.

Dog abandoned by owner found 'disorientated' after eating cannabis

Dog abandoned by owner found 'disorientated' after eating cannabis

Buddy is now recovering at one of the Scottish SPCA’s animal rescue and re-homing centres.Buddy is now safe at an animal rescue centre (Picture: PA).Anyone with information about Buddy or his owner is asked to call the Scottish SPCA’s animal helpline on 03000 999 999.

Separation anxiety in pets: As parents return to work; home-alone pets suffer separation anxiety

Separation anxiety in pets: As parents return to work; home-alone pets suffer separation anxiety

Now, they cannot grasp this concept of their parents not being home for hours,” explains pet therapist and behaviour analyst Dr Kavita Mulchandani, adding, “Separation anxiety can lead to behavioural changes, such as overeating to not eating, or even aggressive behaviour.

Labrador gives birth to one of the biggest litters in history for the breed

Labrador gives birth to one of the biggest litters in history for the breed

‘We know, we’re adorable’ (Picture: SWNS) The litter was made up of four black boys, four black girls, three yellow boys and three yellow girls (Picture: SWNS) ‘Did somebody say food?’ (Picture: SWNS) Proud mum Bella endured a seven-hour labour (Picture: SWNS) The owners have a lot on their plate feeding 14 hungry labs (Picture: SWNS)Hazel said: ‘Bella was scanned when she became pregnant but the numbers are never right and we certainly were not expecting 14!

Dog found with broken ribs and kneecaps sniffs out owner’s cancer

Dog found with broken ribs and kneecaps sniffs out owner’s cancer

The rescue dog is thought to have been tortured and beaten by his previous owners (Picture: Joanne Lowen) But Menios is now settling in to a loving and warm home (Picture: Joanne Lowen)Most of the time it cannot spread outside but once it breaks out onto the breast tissue it can occasionally spread to other parts of the body.

Husky dumped by breeder for looking ‘weird’ is desperately searching for a home

Husky dumped by breeder for looking ‘weird’ is desperately searching for a home

Jubilee was ditched by a breeder because of her ‘weird’ looks Picture: Husky House)Can you help Jubilee find the loving home she deserves?Jubilee is also a little shy (Picture: @HuskyHouseNJ)She cannot live with other cats but likes other dogs, and will need plenty of space for exercise.

Blind man targeted by woman who claims using guide dogs is as cruel as cock-fighting

Blind man targeted by woman who claims using guide dogs is as cruel as cock-fighting

Amit says it would be obvious if service animals didn’t want to do their work (Picture: Dr Amit Patel)In November animal welfare campaigner Wendy Turner-Webster told Good Morning Britain she believes using guide dogs is ‘unethical’ as they cannot consent.

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