Olympic gymnastics champion Simone Biles has stirred up a major conversation by calling for immediate action against individuals who kneel during the national anthem. In a powerful statement, Biles emphasized that such actions are disrespectful to the country’s values and the sacrifices of those who have fought to protect the nation. Biles, known for her […]
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Petition against ear cropping hits 100k signatures
Staffordshire bull terrier Rocky’s owner was prosecuted for removing his ears with knife. On Friday 16 April, the #FlopNotCrop campaign – which aims to ban the import of dogs with cropped ears in the UK – hailed the milestone of hitting, which are needed to trigger discussion in Parliament. Hitting the target in just two […]
Dachshund puppies abandoned in ‘Bag for Life’
In a cruel twist of the now world-famous motto that “a dog is for life”, a pair of Dachshund puppies were found abandoned inside a type of reusable shopping bag often referred to as a ‘Bag for Life’. The puppies, a tan and dappled pair who are believed to have been sisters and under six months […]
Maximum animal cruelty sentences to increase tenfold as Bill passes final reading at Lords
In what is a landmark victory for animal welfare in the UK, the has passed its third reading in the House of Lords today 28 April, and is poised to become law once it receives the Royal Assent. The Bill will increase maximum sentences for the worst cases of animal cruelty in England tenfold, from […]
How to help your dog adjust to your busier lifestyle after lockdown
With an end to lockdown measures in the UK in sight, and restrictions on our day-to-day lives gently easing, we’ll soon find ourselves spending less time at home. So how will your dog cope with this change? dog behaviour consultant for , explains how to ease the transition for your dog as restrictions gradually ease, and […]