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.

Dog theft warning as police expose breeds being most targeted by thieves

Dog theft warning as police expose breeds being most targeted by thieves

A MISSING pets charity has revealed that pet thefts increased across the UK because of Covid, as they warn new owners they might accidentally be buying stolen dogs.German Shepherds are another dog that thieves target as they can make as much as £1,055 for selling to new pet owners.

Wonderdog by Jules Howard review – are we taming dogs, or are they taming us?

Wonderdog by Jules Howard review – are we taming dogs, or are they taming us?

While Howard includes these moments of playful humility on behalf of earlier science, his message is profound, though he insists that it’s “straightforward”: “It is simply that the more compassionate we have become in our explorations into the minds of dogs, the more intelligent they have shown us to be.

Dog warning: Contaminated water sparks fear for owners as TWO pets die

Dog warning: Contaminated water sparks fear for owners as TWO pets die

Professor Elliott said the blooms of algae can release toxins and can be identified as a "messy green colour" in the water.Northern Ireland Environment Agency said there was no visual algae bloom in the water (Image: Getty).

Why Scotland is becoming a must-visit destination if you have a dog

Why Scotland is becoming a must-visit destination if you have a dog

To celebrate five years together, I’m taking my rescue dog, Miss Babs, on a mini break to the Cairngorms National Park to try Woof Hostelling.Following tradition, Miss Babs places a stick, rather than a stone, at the cairn.

Duck finds missing remains in North Carolina murder investigation

Duck finds missing remains in North Carolina murder investigation

According to Buncombe county sheriff’s office, “Apparently, the duck ran underneath the trailer at 11 Beady Eyed Lane, and as they were chasing after their pet duck, they ran across the container that Nellie Sullivan was located in.”.

Uber for dogs! Pet owners to see major change that will revolutionise pet travel

Uber for dogs! Pet owners to see major change that will revolutionise pet travel

The new service will revolutionise travelling with pets (Image: Getty) Dogs and cats will be allowed in Pet Friendly rides (Image: Getty)According to the company, riders might also be charged a fee by the driver, for cleaning or repairs, if needed.

Terrier who’s spent most of his life in kennels let down on rehoming day

Terrier who’s spent most of his life in kennels let down on rehoming day

‘He’s incredibly intelligent and picks up new things very quickly’ (Picture: RSPCA)Sarah said: ‘Cody is such a fabulous little dog, and he’ll thrive in the right home.

Why dog's paws pads sometimes smell like savoury popcorn!

Why dog's paws pads sometimes smell like savoury popcorn!

But here’s a baffling phenomenon that not many people know about, but several dog parents are confounded by–the absolutely cute and adorable paw pads of our canine companions will sometimes start smelling like popcorn!

Levelling up with our ferrets in the north

Levelling up with our ferrets in the north

The inclusion of ferrets in this list really does show that the government takes the interests of northerners into account in its policies, don’t you think?

Dog who had 'never been outside' saved from barn where she was kept with 44 other animals

Dog who had 'never been outside' saved from barn where she was kept with 44 other animals

RSPCA rescue dog Ellie still waiting for home after 450 days.Ellie was found with over 40 other dogs in a ramshackle barn (Image: RSPCA Wales).

Wales's loneliest dog? Heartbreak as rescue dog overlooked in kennels for 450 days

Wales's loneliest dog? Heartbreak as rescue dog overlooked in kennels for 450 days

Since then, the three-year-old border collie has built up her confidence in the care of the RSPCA.But poor Ellie is still waiting to be picked by adopters at the charity's Bryn-y-Maen Animal Centre in Upper Colwyn Bay. Ellie and another dog called Charlie at the RSPCA's Newport Animal Centre are the only two pooches from the barn who have not found forever homes and are the RSPCA's longest staying residents in Wales.

Retired nurse makes £15,000 by selling artwork painted by her dog

Retired nurse makes £15,000 by selling artwork painted by her dog

Forget Picasso, Ivy may just be the greatest artist of all time (Picture: Caters)A retired nurse has made £15,000 by selling artwork painted by her dog.Ivy the dog with one of her paintings (Picture: Caters)Lisa donates the profits from Ivy’s artwork to local charities and food banks in their area.

Ukrainian volunteers gunned down after delivering food to dog shelter

Ukrainian volunteers gunned down after delivering food to dog shelter

Anastasiia’s family believe she was deliberately targeted with ‘heavy weaponry’ (Picture: Facebook) Messages sent on Telegram by Anastasiia as Bucha faces heavy shelling by Russian forces (Picture: Telegram/@yalanska_is_writing)‘I asked her to be extra cautious,’ Anastasiia’s estranged husband Yevhen Yalanskyi said.

Cornish pet shop turned into bar selling dog-friendly beer and coffee

Cornish pet shop turned into bar selling dog-friendly beer and coffee

Up to 40 bottles of booze go each day (Picture: Cornwall Live/BPM Media) A place to hang (Picture: Cornwall Live/BPM Media)The popular bar is the brainchild of Gareth Evans, who has enjoyed so much success he’s planning to open another shop in Devon.

Woman devastated after puppy dies from deadly canine virus

Woman devastated after puppy dies from deadly canine virus

Little Boo sadly didn’t make it (Picture: MEN Media)A woman has spoken of her heartache after losing her three-month-old puppy to a deadly new canine virus spreading across the UK.Symptoms of Parvovirus include a loss of appetite, followed by diarrhoea which soon turns foul smelling and may contain blood.

Sweet dog with one eye and permanent tremor finds loving new home

Sweet dog with one eye and permanent tremor finds loving new home

Her adopter said: ‘Her missing eye and tremors make her even more special to us.’ (Picture: Dogs 4 Rescue) Look at that face (Picture: Dogs 4 Rescue)‘She’s fitted in right away, if she’s not sleeping she’s playing with Jerry or telling him off when he snores.

Rapper celebrates animal rescue while dispelling stereotypes about pet ownership

Rapper celebrates animal rescue while dispelling stereotypes about pet ownership

"Courtesy Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE)In the meantime, Evans hopes animal advocates, shelters and rescue organizations will share the video for “That’s My Dog” on social media to help promote animal adoption and change misconceptions about people who have pets.

Zara is now selling stylish outfits for your dogs

Zara is now selling stylish outfits for your dogs

The raincoats are especially adorable (Picture: Zara)Meanwhile, for dogs who prefer a muted look, Zara is also selling a quilted jacket that will keep them warm and on-trend at the same time.The accessories are stylish too (Picture: Zara)Even better, all the products are currently on sale.

A party vote – and the eyes have it

A party vote – and the eyes have it

Richard Griffiths Syderstone, Norfolk.Each time a travel insurer asks me if I have a pre-existing illness (Letters, 7 December ), I feel like telling them that pre-existing means “before it existed”.John Huntley Letheringsett, Norfolk.

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