‘Don’t adopt them!’ Expert sparks fury with five ‘worst’ dog breeds to take home

‘Don’t adopt them!’ Expert sparks fury with five ‘worst’ dog breeds to take home

A former pet industry worker sparked debate by warning people not to adopt five unexpected dog breeds in a video which amassed seven million views.Many took to the comments to defend their dog breed while others agreed with her controversial opinions.

Adorable German Shepherd puppies left abandoned in a box over Jubilee weekend

Adorable German Shepherd puppies left abandoned in a box over Jubilee weekend

Poor Truffle (Picture: RSPCA)A pair of black and tan German Shepherd puppies were found abandoned in a cardboard box on the last day of the Jubilee weekend.Poor Truffle, as RSPCA staff have since nicknamed him, and his sibling were left in a box by the cricket pitch at Seven Kings Park, Ilford.

Mum and daughter rushed to hospital after being mauled by German Shepherd

Mum and daughter rushed to hospital after being mauled by German Shepherd

It happened while the mum and daughter were at a retail park (Picture: BPM Media)A mum and her seven-year-old daughter were rushed to hospital after being mauled by a German Shepherd dog while they were out shopping .

Two tiny puppies dumped in cardboard box in park during Jubilee in heartbreaking scenes

Two tiny puppies dumped in cardboard box in park during Jubilee in heartbreaking scenes

Two tiny puppies dumped in cardboard box in park during Jubilee in heartbreaking scenes.Truffle is fighting for his life at a veterinary hospital (Image: RSPCA)"He contacted us and went back to the park to check on them but, sadly, the second puppy had already died.

Police: Man killed in suspected alligator attack while looking for frisbees in lake

Police: Man killed in suspected alligator attack while looking for frisbees in lake

A man trying to retrieve frisbees from a lake near a disc golf course at a Florida park is believed to have been attacked and killed by an alligator on Tuesday, police said.

Boy Scout wakes up on camping trip to bear biting his leg: 'I screamed'

Boy Scout wakes up on camping trip to bear biting his leg: 'I screamed'

It all happened when he visited Harriman State Park with Troop 1254 from Cooperstown in early May. Ayers said he was sleeping outside with his fellow scouts when he awoke to see a bear, who had apparently been looking for food around their campsite.“It moved my friend John, and then it moved me — but instead of grabbing my sleeping bag it grabbed my leg and it bit me,” Ayers told NBC New York.

Five whimpering puppies found dumped in box in park by shocked member of the public

Five whimpering puppies found dumped in box in park by shocked member of the public

The puppies were found in Heathervale Recreation Ground in New Haw, Addlestone, last Monday (Image: RSPCA)Ms Kitchin added: “Our centres are full to bursting at the moment and, sadly, we’ve seen an increase in the number of animals coming into our care.

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).

Tinder launches pop-up pub experiences to let you date with your dog

Tinder launches pop-up pub experiences to let you date with your dog

Calling all dog-lovers (Picture: PA)Tinder is launching a pop-up pub experience this weekend, called The Bark & Spark, to let you bring your dog with you to your first date.

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.

RSPCA issues Easter rabbit warning as charity faces influx of unwanted bunnies

RSPCA issues Easter rabbit warning as charity faces influx of unwanted bunnies

Two young rabbits were found abandoned in a car park in Highbury nine days after Easter last year (Image: RSPCA)“Not just the cost of getting them, but the ongoing costs of caring for them throughout the rest of their lives.

Calls for deadly dog breed ban after Shih Tzu mauled in park a month before baby killed

Calls for deadly dog breed ban after Shih Tzu mauled in park a month before baby killed

Molly suffered severe injuries from the attack with the vet saying she was lucky to be alive (Image: Alan)Two people thought to be the dog’s owners were not helpful as they could not control the mad dog, according to Alan.

Kev the French Bulldog puppy loves learning to skateboard

Kev the French Bulldog puppy loves learning to skateboard

Caroline, a holiday park owner, from Dorchester, Dorset, said: ‘I have to put his skateboard on the table at nighttime so he doesn’t chew it to bits.

Lonely puppy with wonky legs finds best friend in deaf dog

Lonely puppy with wonky legs finds best friend in deaf dog

Abby and Glitter playing in the park (Picture: Caters News Agency)This is the heartwarming moment a lonely pup born with wonky legs finds a furrever friend.

Puppy loses leg after being severely injured and abandoned in a park

Puppy loses leg after being severely injured and abandoned in a park

(Picture: RSPCA) ‘We’d urge owners never to abandon their pet but to ask for help’ (Picture: RSPCA)The pup, who the team named Sally, is now recovering in one of the charity’s animal centres, and will soon be placed in a foster home when she’s well enough.

Dog reunited with owner 10 years after being stolen in park

Dog reunited with owner 10 years after being stolen in park

Tae Bennett was walking her chihuahua called Ollie in a London park when thieves cut the lead, bundled him into a car and drove away (Picture: Triangle News)A woman burst into tears after her dog which was stolen when she was just 12 years old was returned to her.

Cockapoo lost use of legs after being ‘poisoned’ by drugs left in park

Cockapoo lost use of legs after being ‘poisoned’ by drugs left in park

Willow the cockapoo was rushed to the vets after a daily walk in St George’s Park, Bristol (Picture: BPM Media/Google)A dog owner believes her cockapoo was poisoned after consuming drugs discarded in a 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

'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.

There’s a Parkrun splinter group called Barkrun which lets you run with your dog

There’s a Parkrun splinter group called Barkrun which lets you run with your dog

They won’t be allowed from April 2 (Picture: Jed Leicester/REX/Shutterstock)A former local Parkrun organiser has taken umbrage with the fact that dog owners will be banned from using waist harnesses at UK events.

Backlash as Parkrun bans waist dog harnesses

Backlash as Parkrun bans waist dog harnesses

Parkrun has come under fire for its controversial decision to ban waist dog harnesses, which organisers claim are a safety risk for runners .The free 5km run, which normally takes place every Saturday at hundreds of locations across the UK and beyond, has historically welcomed people of all ages and abilities, including their pet dogs.

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