Dogs Today Magazine

1 week ago | dogstodaymagazine.co.uk | Alessandra Pacelli

Yvonne Ford, from Barnsley, South Yorkshire, has died after contracting rabies following a “scratch” by a stray puppy during a visit to Morocco in February. Rabies is a viral disease that is nearly always fatal once symptoms appear, which may happen months after exposure. It is passed on through bites, scratches, or contact with the saliva of infected animals. Prompt post-exposure treatment is highly effective in preventing the disease if administered shortly after the incident.

1 week ago | dogstodaymagazine.co.uk | Alessandra Pacelli

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has recognised a German Shepherd named Axel as its canine Blood Donor of the Year as part of World Blood Donor Day, which takes place on 14 June. Axel, who donated blood 17 times during his life, helped save the lives of many other dogs through the RVC’s Blood Donor Programme, supported by the RVC Animal Care Trust.

2 weeks ago | dogstodaymagazine.co.uk | Alessandra Pacelli

The Kennel Club is urging pet owners in Great Britain to check updated pet travel rules before travelling to Northern Ireland. The reminder follows the introduction of a new Northern Ireland Pet Travel Document (PTD) and recent news that pet passports are set to return for owners in Great Britain, although no implementation date has yet been confirmed. As of 4 June 2025, those living in Great Britain must obtain a PTD before travelling to Northern Ireland with their dog.

2 weeks ago | dogstodaymagazine.co.uk | Alessandra Pacelli

A woman from Chatham, Kent has been banned from keeping animals for five years after her dog died in pain without receiving veterinary treatment. Rebecca Anderson, of Kings Road, was sentenced at Medway Magistrates’ Court on 27 May after her bull-breed dog ‘Major’ was found dead at her home. The RSPCA had made repeated attempts to contact Anderson in March and April 2024 following reports of concern about a dog at her address.

3 weeks ago | dogstodaymagazine.co.uk | Alessandra Pacelli

Almost half of Gen Z in the UK avoid flying because of their pets, according to a survey conducted by TrustedHousesitters!Surveying 2,000 UK pet owners, TrustedHousesitters found that 48% of Gen Z respondents had avoided air travel due to their pets, and 63% said they choose holiday accommodation based on pet-friendliness, compared to 31% of those over 65. Over half of all owners surveyed (52%) admitted to feeling like a “bad pet parent” if they are away for too long.