Woman whose dog died moved by kind act after trying to return dog food

Woman whose dog died moved by kind act after trying to return dog food

Anna Brose took to Twitter on 15 June to share an interaction with online pet food retailer Chewy after inquiring whether she could return a bag of food after the death of Gus. The Wisconsin-based artist explained that Chewy’s customer service recommended she donate the unopened bag to a shelter, rather than returning it.

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 .

Pet insurance: It’s about time you got your pooch insured. Here's why

Pet insurance: It’s about time you got your pooch insured. Here's why

Having said that, one must read through the details of the schemes carefully, what it covers and what not.” Poorvi Anthony, co-counder of a pet retail chain, feels that pet insurance has become the need of the hour.Currently, however, most pet insurance providers offer cover for dogs.As of now, pet insurance largely covers dogs.

Can dogs get hayfever and what are the symptoms?

Can dogs get hayfever and what are the symptoms?

Walkies might leave tails sagging and not wagging on high pollen days (Picture: Getty)Known as atopic dermatitis, or atopy, hay fever in dogs is mostly seasonal, like with humans.

Dog warning: Owners face eye-watering £5,000 fine if they don’t add major detail to collar

Dog warning: Owners face eye-watering £5,000 fine if they don’t add major detail to collar

DOG owners could face hefty fines if they fail to include a key detail on their pet's collar.Owners that walk their pets without a tag that includes these details could be fined as much as £5,000.Not only can UK dog owners face huge fines but in some cases may even face jail time.

Wagging tail does NOT always mean your dog is happy - Expert blows open reason for display

Wagging tail does NOT always mean your dog is happy - Expert blows open reason for display

A DOG's wagging tail is not always a sign that the pup is happy, as most people think, but it could indicate other emotions too, according to a veterinary expert.

Shelf shock: soaring supermarket prices shoppers find hard to swallow

Shelf shock: soaring supermarket prices shoppers find hard to swallow

The cost of consumer goods is spiralling at such a rate that retail analysts have coined a new term, shelf shock .Nestlé, the owner of KitKat, Häagen-Dazs and Felix cat food, became the latest consumer goods group to warn of more pain to come on Thursday, saying it had raised prices by 5.2% in the first three months of this year and that rising production costs would force another increase soon.

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.

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Dog warning to not buy bulldogs as RSPCA detail major health concerns

Dog warning to not buy bulldogs as RSPCA detail major health concerns

The animal charity has launched a campaign called 'Save Our Breath' to urge pet owners to "stop seeing these pets as cute and recognise the serious health issues they face".RSPCA chief vet Caroline Allen has explained that she understands the appeal of flat-faced pooches, but that breeding for these features can compromise a pup’s health and welfare.

Expert shares detailed guide to diet and nutrition for dogs

Expert shares detailed guide to diet and nutrition for dogs

Therefore, there isn’t a plan that fits all so it is recommended that rather than picking up off the shelf food products, it’s best to consult the veterinarian and then plan a balanced meal to ensure your dog is getting nutrients he/she can benefit from.

Dogs and their owners review eight of the best pup-friendly subscription boxes

Dogs and their owners review eight of the best pup-friendly subscription boxes

Toys and healthy treats Tested by: Joey, four-year-old German Shepherd from London There’s a lot to draw you in with Postman Pooch – boxes are tailored to your dog, you get a free premium subscription to VidiVet online veterinary support (worth £10/month), a handmade dog bow tie with your first box, and poo bags every month.

What to do if your dog guards their food – tips from the experts

What to do if your dog guards their food – tips from the experts

He adds: ‘An accredited animal behaviourist will help create a reward-based training plan that is tailored to the individual dog, and suitable for their owners to carry out.If you do notice guarding behaviour, Dr Samantha says it’s important not to punish your dog for it, because ‘this will only make the problem worse’.

Father of 22-year-old mauled by dogs details her ‘incredible fight to stay alive’

Father of 22-year-old mauled by dogs details her ‘incredible fight to stay alive’

"On the day that Jacqueline was going to the home, she was advised by text that the dogs were, as they normally were, out of their crates, with no warning to be extra careful or anything like that," John Durand told TODAY by phone from Coppell, a suburb of Dallas.

UK's fattest dog loses half his body weight thanks to life-saving diet

UK's fattest dog loses half his body weight thanks to life-saving diet

At the start of his weight loss journey with Edward’s other spaniels Archie and Tilly (Picture: My Family Vets/SWNS)The pup had piled on the pounds through eating lots of human food, including his beloved cakes and biscuits, but Edward got him on to a specially-tailored canine diet food regime.

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.

Moschino announces first-ever pet collection

Moschino announces first-ever pet collection

The 14-piece collection from Moschino comprises accessories and clothing, including biker jackets, trench coats, hoodies and T-shirts.Other items include an olive green twill dog jacket, which is made from polyester fabric and features a zip pocket detail, logo print on the back and a zip closure.

Labrador almost dies after chewing asthma inhaler and poisoning herself

Labrador almost dies after chewing asthma inhaler and poisoning herself

The next day, Pickle ‘had woken up with her tail wagging and desperate for her breakfast’ (Picture: Caters News)‘They asked me if she had eaten anything toxic as Labradors are typically scavengers, and Pickle is no exception.

Pets at Home set to reveal strong sales but slower growth

Pets at Home set to reveal strong sales but slower growth

Pets at Home is set to reveal another jump in sales next week as a buoyant UK pet market continues to drive demand across both its retail and vet divisions.

Winter the dolphin, star of 'Dolphin Tale' movies, dies

Winter the dolphin, star of 'Dolphin Tale' movies, dies

Winter, the dolphin who starred in the "Dolphin Tale" films, died on Thursday night, according to The Clearwater Marine Aquarium.He worked with Dan Strzempka, the area clinic manager, to develop a prosthetic tail that Winter could use some of the time.

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