Emily Unia

Mar 13, 2024 | bbc.co.uk | Jonathan Fagg |Emily Unia |Alix Hattenstone

A woman whose grandson was killed by a dog has said the owners of animals involved in fatal attacks should face manslaughter charges. Pauline Elford's grandson Frankie died in 2019 after being left alone with an American bull terrier cross. Dog attacks recorded by police in England and Wales have risen by 21% in a year, a BBC investigation shows. A Defra spokesperson said it encouraged responsible ownership to address control issues before they escalate.

Jan 22, 2024 | petnews2day.com | Jonathan Fagg |Lauren Woodhead |Emily Unia

By Jonathan Fagg, Lauren Woodhead & Emily UniaBBC News1 hour in the pastImage supply, Denise Mariner-ChappellDogs purchased within the pandemic have excessive charges of drawback behaviours, a Royal Veterinary College research suggests. It estimates excessive charges of behaviours resembling separation nervousness and aggression in the direction of different dogs.

Jan 22, 2024 | bbc.co.uk | Lauren Woodhead |Emily Unia |Jonathan Fagg

Some owners use methods that distress and confuse their dogs, the Royal Veterinary College warns.

Jan 21, 2024 | bbc.com | Lauren Woodhead |Emily Unia |Jonathan Fagg

Some owners use methods that distress and confuse their dogs, the Royal Veterinary College warns.

Nov 13, 2023 | bbc.co.uk | Jonathan Fagg |Emily Unia

Fear of violence made a fifth of children miss school at least once in the last year, a survey by the Youth Endowment Fund (YEF) suggests. Results from the survey of over 7,500 children indicate 16% of children aged 13-17 have been a victim of violence. The children's commissioner said knife crime and violence was the "number one issue" raised with her by young people. A government spokesperson said it was providing targeted support to areas with the highest levels of violence.