Dogs Today Magazine

Dogs Today magazine started in 1990, created by Burlington Publishing Company Ltd, which is part of Associated Newspapers. The magazine was inspired by the late Viscount Rothermere, who owned the Daily Mail. His passion for dogs led him to believe that there was a need for a magazine dedicated to pet enthusiasts in Britain. The magazine's main office is located in Chobham, Surrey.

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Survey: most pet owners prefer time with pets over people when stressed

4 days ago | dogstodaymagazine.co.uk | Alessandra Pacelli

A new global survey by Mars Petcare and mental health platform Calm has revealed that 58% of pet owners prefer to spend time with their pet when feeling stressed, compared to just 32% who choose their partner, 23% who opt for family, and 18% who turn to children or friends. The research surveyed over 30,000 pet owners across 20 countries and highlights the everyday ways dogs and cats support mental wellbeing.
Vets report sharp rise in dog heatstroke linked to hot vehicles

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

New research shows that the proportion of dog heatstroke cases caused by hot vehicles has nearly doubled since before the pandemic. Figures from the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) VetCompass programme reveal that between 2022 and 2023, 11.2% of heatstroke cases in dogs were triggered by exposure to hot vehicles, up from 6.3% between 2016 and 2018.
Welsh Government confirms greyhound racing ban

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

The Welsh Government has confirmed it will introduce a ban on greyhound racing, following public consultation and pressure from welfare advocates. The legislation, expected within this Senedd term, will make Wales the first UK nation to commit to a full ban on the sport. The government has said it will work closely with the greyhound racing industry and rehoming groups to ensure a responsible and humane transition.
All ears: new study reveals dogs ‘eavesdrop’ on humans

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

Dogs may be even better at understanding human speech than previously thought, according to a new study recently published in Animal Cognition. Research conducted by the University of Sussex and the University of Lincoln has found that dogs can pick out words relevant to them from streams of human conversation, even when spoken in a flat tone and without direct engagement. Dogs are able to recognise important words, such as their name, hidden within broader dialogue.
The risks of keeping pets without informing your landlord

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

The rising cost and competitiveness of the rental market is seeing more tenants charged “pet rent” for keeping animals in rental homes, according to new research. With landlords increasingly asking for extra monthly fees, many renters are considering moving pets into properties without permission.
Great Debate: Would you give your dog a pill that could provide an extra year of life?

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

San Franciso biotech start-up Loyal has raised £115m to develop a drug to give an extra year of healthy life to dogs. The pill mimics the metabolic effects that come with fasting, so the dog’s body operates on fewer calories and metabolises fuel more efficiently. It’s not an appetite suppressant like Ozempic; it improves metabolic fitness without affecting appetite. Ultimately, they aim to develop a human version of the drug too. Would you be one of the first to give this to your dog?
Watch: Spaniel rescued from cliff ledge by RNLI crew

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

A dog was rescued from a cliff ledge by RNLI crews at Moelfre after becoming stranded while chasing a ball. The incident occurred on 16 April, shortly after the crew had returned from a training session on their inshore lifeboat. The dog’s owner approached the lifeboat station to ask for help when her spaniel, named Ember, failed to return. Members of the public had reported hearing barking from the cliffs nearby, but were unable to see the dog due to the location’s inaccessibility.
Puppy reportedly battered with shovel urgently seeking a forever home in the UK

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

A five-month-old puppy who was reportedly beaten with a shovel in January 2024, after begging for food on the streets of Baku, Azerbaijan, is now in Wales, and is looking for a loving family to give him all the love he’s never had. The five-month-old crossbreed was found barely alive with a broken leg.
Man jailed and banned from keeping animals after dog left to suffer

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

A Rushden man has been jailed for 30 weeks and banned from keeping animals for 10 years after leaving his dog to suffer with severe untreated health issues. Shane Sullivan was sentenced at Northampton Magistrates’ Court on 29 March 2025 after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to his seven-year-old Dachshund cross, Echo, between 17 May and 17 June 2024.
RVC study: improved outcomes for canine mitral valve repair surgery

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

New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has found that a structured multidisciplinary approach improves short-term outcomes for dogs undergoing mitral valve repair (MVR) surgery. Myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is the most common heart condition in dogs, affecting an estimated 3.5% of the UK’s canine population. It is particularly prevalent in small to medium-sized breeds, including the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.