Rescue dog Kratu, who went viral for hilarious Crufts agility runs inspires book and changed his owner's life

Rescue dog Kratu, who went viral for hilarious Crufts agility runs inspires book and changed his owner's life

When trainer Wendy Kruger from Woodgreen Pets Charity invited Kratu to participate as part of a rescue dog agility team at Crufts, Swan felt motivated to seek help for her mental health because she wanted to be able to attend — and enjoy it.

Furs class: Italian train operator now offering ‘reserved space next to you for your dog’

Furs class: Italian train operator now offering ‘reserved space next to you for your dog’

Italo, which runs high-speed trains nationwide in competition with Italian State Railways, is telling passengers: “If your dog is medium or large in size or if you do not want [it] to travel in a pet carrier, you can select the ‘Dog’ option from the train search engine and purchase the service at an affordable price along with your ticket.“In this way you will be able to keep it comfortably next to you during the trip in a dedicated space.

French bulldog adopts unwanted puppies after her own didn’t make it

French bulldog adopts unwanted puppies after her own didn’t make it

No, you’re crying (Picture: Deadline News)A dog who was mourning the loss of her stillborn puppy has gone on to adopt a litter in need.Earth angel (Picture: Deadline News)‘I knew that the best chance for the puppies would be to give them a proper mum, and it would make Perrie happy.

What’s with all the new dog breeds? We ask an expert

What’s with all the new dog breeds? We ask an expert

Yet new breeds of dogs are introduced each year.All dogs derive from a one-time domestication event – a single wolf that became a companion animal.That’s probably how most of our dog breeds came about: humans controlling based on qualities we want or find pleasing.

Very big boy Zeus (the Great) is officially the world’s tallest dog

Very big boy Zeus (the Great) is officially the world’s tallest dog

The two-year-old Great Dane is stubborn but friendly (Picture: Guinness World Records)The world has a new tallest living dog, Guinness World Records has announced.Brittany Davis is delighted to have scooped up Zeus’ title (Picture: Guinness World Records)‘Ever since I was a little girl, I wanted a Great Dane named Zeus’, she explains.

Because I’m woof it! How dog grooming became big business

Because I’m woof it! How dog grooming became big business

Why does it matter what my tail looks like?” Simons is under no illusions about his profession: “People say, ‘I’ve booked him in for a treat, for a spa day,’ but dogs don’t want to be here.

Warning of dog attack EPIDEMIC fuelled by lockdown 'impulse buys' after slew of deaths

Warning of dog attack EPIDEMIC fuelled by lockdown 'impulse buys' after slew of deaths

One-year-old Bella-Rae Birch died after an attack by her family's American Bulldog in Merseyside (Image: PA)Dr Gaines continued: "People found themselves in a situation where they wanted some companionship, wanted something for their children to look after.

Dog who just wants a fuss still patiently waiting for forever home after almost 500 days

Dog who just wants a fuss still patiently waiting for forever home after almost 500 days

A DOG who "loves a fuss" is still patiently waiting to be picked after almost 500 days at a rescue centre.The nine-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier has still not found a forever home (Image: RSPCA)Snowy is very clever and would be keen to learn more tricks with a new owner.

Two men stroke woman’s French bulldog before unclipping collar and fleeing with it

Two men stroke woman’s French bulldog before unclipping collar and fleeing with it

The dognappers scooped Luna up and ran away (Picture: Graham Jones/SWNS) The two men pretended to befriend the dog before unclipping her collar and running away (Picture: Kirsty Groves/SWNS) Luna was found a day later (Picture: Kirsty Groves/SWNS) Police officers rescued Luna in a village eight miles from where she was snatched (Picture: West Mercia Police/SWNS)She said her mother is now a ‘nervous wreck’ and does not want to walk her dog alone anymore.

All dog wants after 60 hours trapped underground is a belly rub

All dog wants after 60 hours trapped underground is a belly rub

She reached out to various authorities in vain until good news came this Tuesday when fire crews began work with the RSPCA to save the trapped spaniel.

'So embarrassed' Dog owner red-faced on ‘awkward’ walks in the park over pet’s name

'So embarrassed' Dog owner red-faced on ‘awkward’ walks in the park over pet’s name

She said: "It's a funny name for a dog in general but I hate it when people want to know her name from curiosity.Other people shared their unusual dog names and sympathised with the awkwardness of having to explain them.

Grieving family touched by ‘angel’ vet's letter after beloved dog put down

Grieving family touched by ‘angel’ vet's letter after beloved dog put down

The unknown family received a touching letter from their vets after having to put down their 18-year-dog known as Sunny.Stock image of a dog (Image: Getty)The angel added how Sunny has been missing them but wants them to know that he will see them again one day.

‘We bonded big time’: the man who trains guide dogs with love, dedication – and a broken heart

‘We bonded big time’: the man who trains guide dogs with love, dedication – and a broken heart

“I’d seen people locally with guide dog puppies,” says Lyon, “and thought, ‘That’s a good way to go.When asked about his treat from Guardian angel, Lyon is resolute: the only thing he wants are some fresh toys for his current charge, Danny, a 13-month-old labrador-retriever cross.

Wobbly puppy with a degenerative condition needs to find a forever home

Wobbly puppy with a degenerative condition needs to find a forever home

Earth angel (Picture: South East Dog Rescue)This is Luna, a Staffy cross who desperately wants to find a home.If you’re an experienced dog owner and you think you can give Luna the home she needs, you can go to the South East Dog Rescue website for more information.

As a blind guide dog user, I want social distancing to stay forever

As a blind guide dog user, I want social distancing to stay forever

Disabled people are once again being forgotten about (Picture: Grace Elizabeth Photography) It’s 10am and I’m walking down the street to catch my next train for work with my guide dog, Ida. Despite it still being early, I’ve already been shoulder-barged twice, and a member of the public has stepped into my personal space to stroke Ida, irrespective of her wearing a harness that clearly displays the words: ‘Please do not distract me, I’m a working guide dog’.

Pet sounds: dogs’ favourite Christmas songs revealed

Pet sounds: dogs’ favourite Christmas songs revealed

A survey of 1,000 dog owners by the charity Guide Dogs found Wham’s classic is the most beloved by canines, with 10% of the votes, followed by Jingle Bells (9%) and All I Want for Christmas is You by Mariah Carey (6%).Those who took part in the survey said their animals liked upbeat tracks, compared to quieter, slower or instrumental ones.

Buy your dog a Christmas pudding if you want to get its tail wagging

Buy your dog a Christmas pudding if you want to get its tail wagging

Ocado is stocking Christmas puddings for dogs for the first time this year – made from biscuits with a yoghurt topping – and specialist companies offer a range of festive cakes for dogs and sushi and venison for cats.

Best dog advent calendars for Christmas 2021

Best dog advent calendars for Christmas 2021

Depending on your dog’s tastes, you can opt for chicken flavoured treats, gravy bones or, if you want them to get the full experience, you can even buy one filled with dog-safe chocolate.Pets at Home Christmas Dog Advent Calendar Carob Flavour.

My pandemic puppy is ruining my hot vax summer

My pandemic puppy is ruining my hot vax summer

Occasionally there’ll be a moment of reprieve as he leaves me and my date alone on the couch briefly to hump his plush toy giraffe beside us, but always maintaining the intense and unbreakable eye contact of a dog who wants only to be reassured that he’s a good boy.

The real ‘dog n bone’: New invention lets dogs video call their owners

The real ‘dog n bone’: New invention lets dogs video call their owners

While Zack made some ‘accidental’ calls when he slept on the ball, researchers said several of the calls involved the dog showing his owner his toys and approaching the screen, suggesting he wanted to interact with her.

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