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Police seize dogs in Mid Devon as 'firearms and animal welfare' suspect arrested
Crime
Officers swooped on a property after concerns were raised
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RSPCA shares 'June 15' message for anyone who wants to help animals in need
Dogs
The RSPCA is urging animal lovers across the UK to get involved
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What it means if your dog won't stop panting
Dogs
If your dog is panting more than usual, it's not always because they are hot — and there are some simple ways to help.
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New dog ban rule coming from November 1 to protect children
Dogs
The rule will be created through legislation introduced into Parliament
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Police dog helps catch 'very drunk man' hiding after crashing car
Devon and Cornwall Police
The car had been found crashed and abandoned
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11 million impacted by new 'cat or dog' home 2026 England law
Dogs
The Renters' Rights Act is now in force in June 2026 - and it means landlords can no longer unreasonably refuse pet requests
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New rule from June 29 means £500 fines for dog walkers, drinkers and others
Crime
Tough new legislation comes into force this month and the new fines could be huge
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Rules on burying a pet in your garden as it's 'strictly regulated'
Pets
You may not be allowed to bury a cat, dog or rabbit in your own garden
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Dog owners who don't act within three weeks could be fined £500
Dogs
The rules apply to all dog owners in England, Wales and Scotland
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Bulldogs, pugs and 65 other dog breeds could soon be banned in UK
Dogs
Some 67 breeds could be added to the banned list
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Springwatch's Chris Packham shares his verdict on if dog owners should let pets lick their faces
Dogs
Opinions are split on whether dog owners should let their pets lick their faces, but Springwatch supremo Chris Packham has weighed in on the debate with some scientific information
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XL Bully horror as owner pleads guilty after teenager, 19, killed in Bristol flat attack
Courts
The dog was put down after the fatal incident
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Dog owners urged to follow 8am-8pm rule this bank holiday weekend
Dogs
Dog owners are being warned as the Met Office forecasts highs of 33C
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Dog owners warned over common, dangerous use of fipronil and imidacloprid
Dogs
The chemicals are already banned from use as commercial pesticides
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Vet’s warning over garden plants that ‘could be toxic’ for dogs
Dogs
Dr James Greenwood explained how a simple garden addition could help keep pets safe
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Ten year animal ban for Devon man who neglected dogs and cats
Courts
Four dogs and seven cats were rescued
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Legal rules if neighbour's dogs and cats poo in your garden - or their own
UK & World News
There are huge fines for failing to clean up after some pets
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'My pet isn't microchipped - will I face fine if I go to the vet'
Pets
All cats and dogs in England must now be microchipped - and should have been since 2024 - with owners facing a £500 fines
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6 spring plants 'toxic' to dogs as RSCPA warns dog owners
Dogs
While some plants will do nothing, other flowers can cause a toxic reaction
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RSPCA investigating whether scrapped dog licence rule should come back
Torquay
South West pet owners have mixed views on the proposal
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Most popular dog breeds of 2026 – see if your pet made the list
Dogs
From Labrador Retrievers to Golden Retrievers – but where does your favourite rank?
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Adorable Exeter cocker spaniel goes viral for hilarious walking habit
Dogs
Rupert has become somewhat of a TikTok sensation
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Warning sign your dog needs to see a vet that all owners should be aware of
Dogs
Dog owners have been warned that the symptom could signal a serious health condition
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Rescue dogs with challenging pasts looking for new homes
Dogs
Could one of them be the perfect addition to your home?
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