Backlash after Wilko says dogs and cats are welcome in 248 stores

Backlash after Wilko says dogs and cats are welcome in 248 stores

The move is aimed at helping people feel more comfortable shopping , as they won’t have to leave their dog outside tied up where they could be at risk, or leave them at home – but not everyone is happy about it, with some even vowing to boycott the store.

You be the judge: my housemate’s dog is disruptive. Who should move out?

You be the judge: my housemate’s dog is disruptive. Who should move out?

I told Joshua that something needed to change: implement a proper training programme, or put a shock collar on the dog.I appreciate that getting a rescue dog is a lot of work, and I’m grateful for Abdul’s help with house-training Biscuit, but the accidents really didn’t last that long.

You be the judge: should my housemate return his out-of-control dog to the shelter?

You be the judge: should my housemate return his out-of-control dog to the shelter?

I told Joshua that something needed to change: implement a proper training programme, or put a shock collar on the dog.I told Joshua that something needed to change: implement a proper training programme, or put a shock collar on the dog.

Chewy sends pet paintings to keep customers from straying

Chewy sends pet paintings to keep customers from straying

But it typically sends them out to those that have pet photos on their Chewy account or have shared one with a customer service agent.Chewy says it rejects artwork that doesn’t look enough like the pet or sends it back to be reworked.

You can buy luxury dog beds that are the exact mini version of the human ones

You can buy luxury dog beds that are the exact mini version of the human ones

The cottagecore rattan is very on-trend (Picture: Time4Sleep)Research from Sainsbury’s Bank recently revealed that almost a quarter of UK adults (24%) have welcomed a new pet into their home since March 2020, or are planning to do so before Easter 2021.

Giant bear seen wandering aisles of California grocery store

Giant bear seen wandering aisles of California grocery store

For the second time in two weeks, a customer at the Kings Beach Safeway near Lake Tahoe has filmed a bear inside the store doing some light grocery shopping.

Stray dog adopted as Brazilian car company mascot

Stray dog adopted as Brazilian car company mascot

The pup has now been named Tuscon Prime (Picture: @tucson_prime)Stray dogs have been known to hang around butchers or bakers or other places where food may be forthcoming.At the Hyundai Prime dealership in Serra, Espirito Santo, the dog would regularly be spotted by staff, who’d give him love and food here and there.

B&M is selling a dog paddling pool, so your pooch can cool off

B&M is selling a dog paddling pool, so your pooch can cool off

Amazon is also selling a foldable pet pool for £44.99 and, if the reviews are anything to go by, customers won’t be left disappointed.

Here's what pet stores are doing during coronavirus closures

Here's what pet stores are doing during coronavirus closures

"All Petco stores are open and continuing to provide the essential products and services for pets who are counting on us in these uncertain times," said the national brand in a statement to TODAY.

Blind Paralympian 'might sue' M&S for telling him to leave guide dog outside five times

Blind Paralympian 'might sue' M&S for telling him to leave guide dog outside five times

After being challenged by M&S five times now, he says he might have to launch legal action against the chain (Picture: John Dickinson-Lilley)He was waiting in the queue when a member of staff spotted eight-year-old Brett, and said ‘You’re not allowed that in the store’.

CDC probes outbreak of illnesses linked to pet store puppies

CDC probes outbreak of illnesses linked to pet store puppies

OUTBREAK NOTICE: 30 people in 13 states are infected with multidrug-resistant #Campylobacter linked to pet store puppies.The bacteria is closely related to germs that infected more than 100 people during a 2016–2018 Campylobacter outbreak, which was also linked to pet store puppies, the CDC said.

Primark launches range of pet outfits including unicorn, hotdog and bee outfits

Primark launches range of pet outfits including unicorn, hotdog and bee outfits

The range includes unicorn, bumble bee and hot dog outfits, all costing £7. The range also includes a blue angel wings harness for £4 and sets of collars and leads. The cute unicorn set (Picture: Primark)The dog collar and lead sets are £4.

You can go speed dating with Battersea’s loneliest residents for Valentine’s Day

You can go speed dating with Battersea’s loneliest residents for Valentine’s Day

(Picture: Heal’s) It’s almost Valentine’s Day and this speed dating event means you can get the perfect match.

How to Throw the Ultimate Puppy Bowl Party

How to Throw the Ultimate Puppy Bowl Party

By Chewy Studios On the invitation, include all pertinent party information: day, time (it’s best to start the party a little before the game begins), place and how and when to RSVP.

TODAY's puppy with a purpose, Sunny, now has his own plush! Here's how to get one

TODAY's puppy with a purpose, Sunny, now has his own plush! Here's how to get one

This holiday season, you can make sure your disposition stays Sunny with this sweet plush made to look just like TODAY's puppy with a purpose. TODAY SUNNY PLUSH, $29.95, NBC Store TODAY SUNNY PLUSH, $29.95, NBC Store

Ikea takes in stray dogs that need a place to sleep

Ikea takes in stray dogs that need a place to sleep

Martine Taccia was shopping at the Catania location of the Swedish furniture store recently when she discovered the dogs cuddled up on carpet among the Christmas displays.

Ikea opens its doors to help protect stray dogs from the rain

Ikea opens its doors to help protect stray dogs from the rain

Workers at an Ikea in Italy have transformed the store into a makeshift shelter for stray dogs with nowhere else to go. A post shared by noahromley (@noahromley) on Oct 21, 2018 at 9:58am PDT

Rent A High-Tech Dog House While You Run Errands In NYC

Rent A High-Tech Dog House While You Run Errands In NYC

Well, if you are in New York City, and specifically in Brooklyn, there might be a high tech dog house that you can rent for a short period of time while you go into that store.

Love our pup with a purpose? Deck out your dog with Sunny's TODAY gear!

Love our pup with a purpose? Deck out your dog with Sunny's TODAY gear!

For those fans hoping to deepen their ties with TODAY, here's a friendly reminder: You can buy some of your favorite items that you see on the show through the NBC store's website. Kathie Lee and Hoda Wine Glass Set, $35, NBC Store

Christopher Eccleston: How the Anti-Nazi League changed my life | Brief letters

Christopher Eccleston: How the Anti-Nazi League changed my life | Brief letters

• Lolly sticks are regularly used by teachers (Letters, 16 August). Hearing other owners cracking up laughing when Dinsdale Seeley was called, we often wished we’d named him George or any “human” name. • Join the debate – email [email protected]