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The Dangerous Dogs Act & The XL Bully Ban: What You Must Know
The recent addition of the XL Bully to the banned breeds list has changed the landscape for UK dog owners. Here is the legal breakdown.
Livestock Worrying: Off-Lead Dogs and Farmer Rights
Did you know farmers have the legal right to shoot your dog if it threatens their sheep? Follow the Countryside Code.
Lucy's Law: The Fight Against British Puppy Farms
Buying a puppy from a pet shop or dealer is illegal in England. The legacy of Lucy the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.
Alabama Rot (CRGV): The Deadly Muddy Paws Mystery
Walking your dog in muddy British woodlands during winter can harbour a rare but fatal flesh-eating disease.
Taking Your Dog on the Tube: The TfL Rules
Can you tap in with a Great Dane? A guide to navigating London transport, Oyster cards, and escalators with pets.
The Fines Behind the UK Microchipping Laws
All dogs over 8 weeks old must be microchipped. But did you know failing to update your address could cost you £500?
UK Beach Bans: When Dogs Are Kicked Off the Sand
Planning a seaside trip to Cornwall or Brighton? Read up on summer Public Space Protection Orders (PSPOs).
Seasonal Canine Illness (SCI): The Autumn Woodland Threat
A mysterious and acute sickness strikes dogs walked in British woodlands between August and November.
The Crufts Effect: Breed Standards and Brachycephalic Dogs
The British obsession with Pugs and French Bulldogs has led to the UK Vet profession begging owners to "stop and think".
Flea & Tick Prevention in the British Climate
"It’s too cold and rainy for fleas." Why this common UK misconception leaves houses infested year-round.