Pets

The Peak Edge Hotel is perched above the historic market town of Chesterfield. Image: Peak Edge Hotel

Peak Edge Hotel: a relaxing dog friendly stay in the Peak District Daniel Bailey

Celebrating Christmas across the North East with your Santa Paws pet pictures.

Countdown to Christmas with your Santa Paws pictures Debra Fox

Meet some of the pets staying at Willows Cat Adoption Centre in Wantage Street, South Shields, in the week before Christmas

they're looking for a place to curl up and get cozy Graham Murray

Taking your dog on holiday does them good (photo: Adobe)

Tips for taking your dog on holiday Fiona Evans

Diane Chisholm, who founded the charity.

Charity wants to help pets, to help their owners Tony Gillan

The pair were rehoused when their owners moved to a smaller home

Pigs that were living in cramped flat now enjoying new country home Kevin Clark

Elijah walking Toby and Poppy

LIFE IS LOVELY: Dogs really are a man's - and toddler's - best friend Hayley Lovely

It's International Dog Day - so let's celebrate some pets from across the North East.

Lifestyle 24 pooch pictures for International Dog Day Debra Fox

There are many ways to include your dog at your wedding (photo: Adobe)

Dogs take on special wedding roles Fiona Evans

Take a look at thee tips to keep your pets cool in the heat. (Photo by Alexandr Ivanov)

How to keep your dogs cool in hot weather as high temperatures continue to rise Georgina Cutler

Readers have been celebrating their pets for International Cat Day on Monday, August 8.

Pictures of YOUR pets as North East marks International Cat Day Debra Fox

International Cat Day is on August 8

Expert's guide to feeding fussy felines Fiona Evans

Some dog breeds are more likely to give somebody a nip - or worse - than others.

10 breeds of adorable dog that are least likely to bite David Hepburn

More than a third of surveyed Brits refuse to dine at a restaurant that doesn’t accept pets (photo: Adobe)

Dining out with dogs - how our pets shape our social lives Fiona Evans

Warning to dog owners over toxic algae that can ‘kill in 15 minutes’ Hiyah Zaidi

The winner will get to take £4,000 worth of holidays and win a doggy bag full of treats (photo: Canine Cottages)

Your dog could win you £4,000 worth of UK holidays Fiona Evans

Willows Veterinary Centre, South Shields

Green light for South Shields veterinary surgery expansion Chris Binding

India will have some new guests next month, with cheetahs set to return to the plains

First News: Cheetahs set to return to India Christine Emelone

Encore’s Beef selection is thought to contain small pieces of metal (Photo: Adobe)

Warning to pet owners as dog food urgently recalled for containing metal Hiyah Zaidi

Experts have revealed the benefits of pets sleeping on the bed

Experts reveal why pets sleeping on our bed can cure insomnia and improve comfor... Christine Emelone

Here are some money saving tips for pet owners

Money saving tips for pet owners Christine Emelone

How to cut the cost of looking after a much loved pet Sally Burton

Watch for these symptoms of sunstroke in dogs, and how to prevent it happening Sally Burton

Tim Jackson and Pets2Impress staff celebrating the awards

South Shields pet care company celebrating after winning two awards Sam Johnson

Rex and Daisy cool off in the pool at doggy day care Bruce's (photo: Bruce's)

Are these pooches the coolest pups in the UK? Fiona Evans

Motorists are reminded to keep an extra eye on their pets as temperatures rise (photo: Adobe)

Advice for motorists travelling with pets in hot weather Fiona Evans

English bulldogs should be banned over health issues, experts warn Isabella Boneham

When it all gets a bit much and you sneak off for a dog nap....

These irresistible puppy pics are sure to make you smile... Sally Burton

Dog owners warned against sharing bed with their pets due to ‘untreatable superb... Hiyah Zaidi

Could you give up your beloved pet dog? (photo: adobe)

Will you be forced to give up your pet as cost of owning a dog rises Nigel Booth

Allowing your dog to sleep in your bed can have health benefits (photo: Adobe)

Six health benefits of sleeping with your dog Fiona Evans

Here's how owning a dog can seriously improve your health Sally Burton

Celebrating National Pet Day and Month across the North East.

Celebrating your pets for National Pet Day and Month Debra Fox

Enrichment toys and games will keep your dog busy (photo: Caspar Camille Rubin on Unsplash)

How to keep your dog's mind in good shape Fiona Evans

Dogs and humans enjoy a special bond

Crufts: why do dogs and humans bond so well? Fiona Evans

Crufts: is this the most expensive dog breed to insure?

Crufts: the 5 most expensive dog breeds to insure Fiona Evans

Readers have been sharing their favourite pictures for World Wildlife Day.

World Wildlife Day 2022: 25 beautiful pictures from North East photographers Debra Fox

Meet some of the animals in the North East's Pets' Corner - thanks to everyone who shared a photo!

Pets' Corner: Your best dog pictures, cat snaps and more animal photos Debra Fox

Storm Eunice: RSPCA issues animal advice Fiona Evans

This is why we should celebrate National Love Your Pet Day Sally Burton

Richest pets in the world revealed - with one dog worth £366 million plus Sally Burton

The Shields Gazette's Top Pet winner Pablo celebrates his birthday in style. Picture: Kayleigh Brown.

Gazette's Top Pet winner Pablo celebrates birthday in style Debra Fox

Pups have been falling seriously ill with sickness and diarrhoea after going on walks (Photo: Shuttersrtock)

Mystery illness plaguing UK dogs thought to be a coronavirus Claire Schofield

This is a job role for both dog owners and their pets.

Get paid £30,000 to go vegan, with your dog, for three months Sally Burton

Dogs across the UK are being impacted by the mystery illness. (Photo by Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

Mystery dog illness: What symptoms to look out for Jason Button

The dog ownership laws that could see you hit with an unlimited fine or prison Hiyah Zaidi

Dog owners could face a £1000 fine for breaking these rules Hiyah Zaidi

Sun sets on the lodges at Kilnwick Percy Resort and Golf Club. Image: Darwin Escapes

A dog-friendly lodge staycation and a spot of golf thrown in Daniel Bailey

(Photo: Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

Dogs can pick up new words using complex calculations and brain regions - just l... Alex Nelson

These are the cats who are still looking for a home at the RSPCA's Sunderland, Hartlepool & South Tyneside Branch.

Meet the cats at the Sunderland, Hartlepool & South Tyneside Branch of the RSPCA... Jason Button

A dog must wear a collar with its owner’s name and address on it (Photo: Shutterstock)

Dog owners risk £5k fine or jail for using harness instead of collar on walks Claire Schofield

The tougher law should also make it harder for thieves to steal and sell pets (Photo: Shutterstock)

Pet theft to be made criminal offence in crackdown on dognappers Claire Schofield

Pancytopenia is a rare bone marrow condition which can cause serious illness in felines (Photo: Shutterstock)

Symptoms of Pancytopenia illness in cats explained - and is it linked to cat foo... Helen Johnson

This is how to keep your dog cool and safe in warm weather Group Reporter

Covid is common in pet cats and dogs whose owners have the disease, new research suggests (Photo: Shutterstock)

Symptoms of coronavirus in cats and dogs - and can they catch and carry the viru... Helen Johnson