Pets

The poor animal was found dead by passers-by at a park in Wirral, Merseyside - Credit: GFA and Google Streetview

Dog set on fire and beaten found dead in a park Ethan Evans

A woman claims she can only afford one meal a WEEK - as she spends most of her money feeding her cats. Yasemn Kaptan / SWNS

Woman lives on mint tea and one meal a week to feed her cats Rahmah Ghazali

Microchipping your pet cat will become compulsory from next year.

New law makes microchipping pet cats compulsory - or face £500 fine Dennis Morton

RSPCA issues toxic gift warning ahead of Mother’s Day

Pet owners warned of two toxic Mother’s Day gifts you should avoid Chelsie Sewell

RSPCA has issued advice to pet owners on how to keep animals safe in the cold weather.

How to keep animals safe as temperatures drop Rahmah Ghazali

A former minister has revealed the UK government considered culling pet cats in order to slow the spread of Covid-19.

Culling pet cats considered by UK government in Covid-19 early stages Dennis Morton

Most pets will be happy with a home temperature of 18 to 20C (photo: Adobe)

Lifestyle Experts reveal how to keep your pets warm this winter Nigel Booth

Dogs could cost motorists £5,000 in fines due to Highway Code rule Ethan Evans

Here’s 10 spring blooms that could be toxic to your pets

10 toxic spring flowers pet owners should avoid Chelsie Sewell

Aldi has launched an affordable pet range this month

Aldi launches affordable Specialbuys pet range for limited time only Chelsie Sewell

Heartbroken dog owner joined by dozens of dogs for Ella’s last walk Ethan Evans

A dog groomer says owners should “set boundaries” with their pets to help keep their children and family safe. Stephanie Zikmann, 31, said that the rise in dog attacks has left her “fearful” and she wants to educate people on how to safely interact with their pets.

Expert shares top tips on how keep your family safe around dogs Sophie Wills

Best dog beds 2021: stylish, comfortable dog beds for kinds of dogs, and every owner’s budget

Stylish, comfortable dog beds for all kinds of dogs, and every budget Deborah Cicurel

5 mental health benefits of owning a pet Daniel Mcneil

Credit: Animal Rescue UK

Rescue operation launched for missing cat Zorro inside the Eurotunnel Ethan Evans

Read This Guinness World Records: Meet Spike - the world’s new oldest dog Ethan Evans

Blue Cross issues advice on how to keep dogs warm this winter Daniel Mcneil

The charity has issued advice to cat owners ahead of the freezing weather

Blue Cross advice on how to keep cats warm during winter freeze Patrick Hollis

Dogs are the most commonly stolen pets, followed by birds and cats.

Pet theft hotspots in UK revealed - what to do to prevent it Sophie Wills

Labradors are one of the most stolen pets in the UK

Most stolen dog breeds according to ADT Pet Theft Report Patrick Hollis

UK’s most dog-friendly cities named in new study Beth Franklin

Some employers are including fun social spaces in their workplaces (photo: Thirdway)

The five "hottest" workplace trends for 2023 Fiona Evans

Some of the animals looking for homes at Blue Cross

Blue Cross Animal charity releases list of animals looking homes Chelsie Sewell

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

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

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

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

Celebrating National Pet Day and Month across the North East.

Celebrating your pets for National Pet Day and Month 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

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

More of your fantastic Pets' Corner pictures!

Pets' Corner: Readers share their pawfect animal pictures Debra Fox

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

Pets' Corner: Meet some of the region's animal companions Debra Fox

New Calming Music may Comfort Frightened Pets Christine Emelone

Here comes Santa Paws! Meet our third batch of festive stars as we look towards Christmas.

Pets get ready for Christmas with our Santa Paws snaps Debra Fox

Ford’s van-tracking app helps reunite stolen dogs with their owners Matt Allan

Chocolate coins make a perfect Christmas stocking filler

Check out these bargains: PoundToy has toys for 1p in pre Black Friday sale - pl... Chris Page

Thousands of cats and dogs are stuck in shelters because of would-be owners' mis... Richard Jenkins

There are concerns over animal welfare in relation to using pets as prizes at events.

'Pets as prizes' ban after council votes through 'goldfish motion' Chris Binding

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

Photo: Shutterstock

1 in 3 pet owners risking a huge fine for ignoring this safety rule Matt Allan

Your pictures in honour of National Pet Month.

National Pet Month: We meet the animals lighting up your lives during the pandem... Debra Fox

Cats and dogs could need a Covid vaccine to help stop the spread of the virus, scientists have said.

Pets might need Covid jabs to help stop spread say experts Fiona Thompson