Smelly old rescue dogs light up our lives

Smelly old rescue dogs light up our lives

It was refreshing to read Chitra Ramaswamy’s article (She takes an age to walk now, but I love my old dog, smells and all, 2 June ).Two years ago we adopted a rescue greyhound, Arthur, aged 10.

Nepal's Day of the Dog celebrates very good pups in all their glory

Nepal's Day of the Dog celebrates very good pups in all their glory

A proud dog wearing tika, a sign of respect and honour (Picture: REUTERS/Navesh Chitrakar)Each year in Nepal, a very special tradition takes place. Trained dogs doing brilliant things, as well as strays without homes, are celebrated on this special day (Picture: EPA/NARENDRA SHRESTHA)