Three-year-old boy dies in hospital after being ‘mauled by dog’

Three-year-old boy dies in hospital after being ‘mauled by dog’

Police and paramedics were rushed to the scene at Carr Lane (Picture: Google)A three-year-old boy has died after a suspected dog attack in Rochdale this afternoon.Greater Manchester Police have said a criminal investigation has been launched following the attack.

Sri Lanka landfill site is killer feeding ground for elephants

Sri Lanka landfill site is killer feeding ground for elephants

Asian elephants risk their lives in a desperate search for food at a landfill site in Sri Lanka.Shocking reports of agonising deaths of Asian elephants at just one of numerous rubbish dumps in Sri Lanka are a tragic reminder of the desperate plight of this highly endangered species.

Man in his 60s mauled to death by three dogs as woman arrested

Man in his 60s mauled to death by three dogs as woman arrested

A woman has been arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control.She added: ‘A woman was arrested on suspicion of being in charge of a dog dangerously out of control.

Shelter’s ‘most broken’ dog finally takes treat from handler after 600 days

Shelter’s ‘most broken’ dog finally takes treat from handler after 600 days

Betty taking a treat 🥰 She’s sat & watched other dogs do this thousands of times.There’s no clock ticking on how long you can stay here #nokill — Dogs 4 Rescue (@Dogs4Rescue).The shelter said: ‘She’s sat & watched other dogs do this thousands of times.

There is insurance for your pet and here are some reasons to consider it

There is insurance for your pet and here are some reasons to consider it

With this insurance you can obtain benefits such as aesthetics for your dog or cat, coverage of up to 10,000 pesos in damages to third parties, the cost of a vaccine per year, medical guidance and veterinary service at home or in the office.

Cat missing in Florida condo collapse found alive, reunited with family members

Cat missing in Florida condo collapse found alive, reunited with family members

After 16 long and incredibly difficult days, I’m able to share a small piece of good news — Binx from Champlain Towers South has been found.

Looking for Pet Insurance? Lemonade Has Plans Starting as Low as $10 a Month for Dogs and Cats.

Looking for Pet Insurance? Lemonade Has Plans Starting as Low as $10 a Month for Dogs and Cats.

If you've been searching for pet insurance for your dog or cat but haven't committed yet, it only takes a few seconds to get a quote from Lemonade and it will be well worth your time when you see the numbers!

Animal shelter dresses dogs as old people to help them get adopted

Animal shelter dresses dogs as old people to help them get adopted

In a series of adorable photos on their Instagram, the senior dogs looking for happy homes are dressed in an assortment of wigs, hats, jumpers and other accessories that make them look like human old people.

Dog that mauled newborn to death ‘strong enough to drag three cops into road’

Dog that mauled newborn to death ‘strong enough to drag three cops into road’

Flowers were left outside the property where the baby was killed (Picture: SWNS)A dog that mauled a 12-day-old baby to death was so strong it pulled three police officers into the street, a witness said.

Small pets just got a leg up with Aldi's dog stairs to help them get on the sofa

Small pets just got a leg up with Aldi's dog stairs to help them get on the sofa

Aldi’s upcoming pet event has a solution – a set of mini stairs you sit beside higher parts of the house they’re allowed up on.Puppy’s little helper (Picture: ALDI)Cat beds that look like strawberries, pineapples, and mice are just some of the highlights.

Put some time aside, there’s a homeware section for cats and dogs on Made

Put some time aside, there’s a homeware section for cats and dogs on Made

You can scroll through dog beds, fancy rose gold food bowls, teepees, containers, storage units and more.Kyali Medium Dog Sofa, natural ash and grey small/medium, £159.Kyali Square Cat Bed, natural ash and grey, £99.

Puppy beaten to death and dumped in trees by ‘angry’ owner

Puppy beaten to death and dumped in trees by ‘angry’ owner

The 11-month-old pet was battered so badly that she died almost instantly (Picture: BNPS)A pet owner kicked and punched his 11-month puppy to death in a fit of rage before attempting to hide the body in woodland, a court has heard.

Having a dog helps you make friends, study finds

Having a dog helps you make friends, study finds

Almost half of dog owners have made friends while on their walks with their pups, suggests a new study. The average dog is considered to have three friends, with more than one quarter even having a ‘walking buddy’, often going out with the same canine and owner.

Sled dogs go on strike mid-race when leader shouts at one of them

Sled dogs go on strike mid-race when leader shouts at one of them

The leader of the famous Iditarod sled dog race had to drop out when his dogs refused to run anymore. The Iditarod is one of the most famous races in the world, with 52 mushers (dog racers) starting in Anchorage and aiming to finish in Nome.

Choosing a Freeze-Dried Dog Food: 7 Brands to Try

Choosing a Freeze-Dried Dog Food: 7 Brands to Try

The fruits and vegetables contained in this freeze-dried raw dog food include certified-organic kale, carrots, squash, broccoli and apples.

Cold Weather Safety Tips

Cold Weather Safety Tips

After each walk, wash and dry your pet’s feet and stomach to remove ice, salt and chemicals—and check for cracks in paw pads or redness between the toes.Bathe your pets as little as possible during cold spells.

Emusing runaway Emu in Tollesbury, England surprises locals as it runs through the snow

Emusing runaway Emu in Tollesbury, England surprises locals as it runs through the snow

“One of the men managed to get it in a headlock by its neck and he was taken back home.”Only in tollesbury would you see an emu escaping in the snow pic.twitter.com/hr7aSO2kVN— jazzy (@jazz_emson)

Hero husky helps rescue injured woman lost hiking in Alaska

Hero husky helps rescue injured woman lost hiking in Alaska

Picture: Facebook/Amelia MillingSource:Supplied“My first response was, where’s the owner?” Ms Milling said.“Then I saw the collar and it said (the dog) was a Crow Pass guide, and I realised that he was there to help me.”Nanook guided her back to the trail and camped with her overnight.The next day, Nanook stayed with Ms Milling as she attempted to ford the river.