Dog owners

Three of the world's most beautiful dog breeds

Beautiful Dogs 2025: The 10 most attractive breeds of adorable dog

Some dogs don't mix particularly well with children.

Not Family Friendly Dogs 2025: 13 breeds that don't mix with kids 🐶

Some dogs are pretty much just as intelligent as they look...

Dumb Dogs 2025: The 13 least intelligent breeds of adorable dog

Some dog breeds are naturally playful.

Most Playful Dogs: 13 breeds of dog that will never tire of games

Some dogs just hate it when their owners leave them home alone.

Anxious Dogs 2025: 13 breeds of dog prone to separation anxiety

Snarling is one of the most common signs of aggression in dogs.

Aggressive Dogs 2025: 13 breeds of dog most likely to show aggression

SANDWELL COPYRIGHT NATIONAL WORLD TIM THURSFIELD -06/03/25First day of Crufts at NEC, Birmingham.Reporter Daniel Walton with Murphy from Dudley.

I visited Crufts for the first time and I left with my tail wagging

Some dogs have particularly powerful bites.

Dog Bite Force 2025: The 11 breeds of dog with the strongest bites

Olympian vet Laura Muir is challenging pet owners to get all dogs out for more exercise.

Olympian vet challenges dog owners to get active with their pets

Some breeds of dog are more likely to bite than others.

Biting Dogs 2025: 13 breeds of dog most likely to bite, snap and nip

Dogs can be wonderful companions for those of us in our golden years.

Dogs For the Elderly 2025: 13 breeds of dog for older owners

Some dogs are most likely to live to a ripe old age than others.

Long Living Dogs 2025: The 13 breeds of dog with the longest lifespans

Legal plans to protect dogs from theft in Scotland revealed

Some breeds of dog are generally easier to train than others.

Easy To Train Dogs 2025: 13 highly trainable breeds of adorable dog

Three of the world's largest dog breeds.

Big Dogs 2025: Here are the 12 largest breed of adorable dog

These pancakes are perfect for your dog on Shrove Tuesday.

Dog Friendly Pancakes: These treats are perfect for Shrove Tuesday

The number of birthdays you can expect to spend with your dog largely depends upon the breeds.

Dog Lifespans 2025: How long 18 popular breeds of dog live on average

An x-ray of a dog showing issues relating to hip dysplasia.

Dog Hip Dysplasia: 13 breeds of dog predisposed to the condition

Some breeds of dog are only ever going to nibble a shoe rather than a hand or ankle.

Safe Dogs: Here are 13 breeds of adorable dog that rarely bite or snap

Some breeds of dog - including the loving Labrador Retriever - are incredibly intelligent.

Clever Dogs: Here are the 13 most intelligent breeds of adorable dog

Got a new Dachshund? Looking for a name? We can help!

Dachshund Names 2025: The 10 most popular names for sausage dogs

Signs have been put in place at the Helix - home of the world famous Kelpies - advising dog owners of the situation (Picture: Michael Gillen, National World)

Falkirk Council issue warning after avian flu reports at two local locations

Some dogs just want to be as close to their owners as possible - like they are made from velcro.

Velcro Dogs: 13 breeds of loving dog liable to to stick like glue

Some dog breeds - like the Border Collie - are less likely to need regular vet visits than others.

Healthiest Dogs: These are 13 naturally healthy breeds of adorable dog

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Looking for a first dog can be confusing when there are so many breeds out there.

Best First Dogs: 13 of the best breeds for inexperienced owners

Choose the right food to keep your canine happy and healthy

The top five online dog food providers in the UK

Hemlock roots are poisonous to both animals and humans.

Dog owners warned after poisonous plant found on UK beaches

Some breeds of dog just have a way of making you feel better

Emotional Support Dogs: 13 breeds of loving dog to help with anxiety

Seven sheep found dead in field after suspected dog attack

Seven sheep found dead in field after suspected dog attack

Some dogs are wonderful at protecting their homes and families from threats.

Guard Dogs: 13 breeds of alert dog you can trust to protect your home

Some breeds of dog are simply born to snuggle.

Loving Dogs: Here are the 13 most affectionate breeds of adorable dog

Therapy dogs provide a crucial service in hospitals, hospices and care homes.

Top Therapy Dogs: Here are the 10 best breeds of adorable therapy dog

Some dogs just can't help but exude happiness.

Happy Dogs: The 13 happiest breeds of adorable dog to bring you joy

Every Terrier: Are all 33 breeds of adorable Kennel Club Terrier dog

Urgent warning to pet owners as dog chews linked to illness.

Urgent warning to pet owners not to feed dogs these chews from China

Meet the 10 most popular breeds of terrier dog

Is this a familiar sight around the Christmas dinner table?

Stop Your Dog Begging: 5 expert tips to clamp down on the behaviour

Muppet is officially the UK's ugliest dog.

Muppet is crowned the UK's ugliest dog - and he's adorable

It can be hugely beneficial to train a dog with a whistle.

The advantages of using a dog whistle to train your adorable dog

Some cars are perfectly suited for pups.

Best Cars For Dog Owners 2024: Here are the top 10 models for pups

Some dogs are able to cope with winter conditions better than others.

Winter Advice For Dog Owners: Tips to keep your pup warm and safe
Follow this advice to have a happy winter with your four-legged friend.

Bill with his Guide Dog handler Mohammed Ibrahim on the red carpet of The Devil Wears Prada at Dominion Theatre

An adorable guide dog is stealing the show at red carpet events

Some dogs don't mind the noise of fireworks - but for others it can be a traumatic experience.

Watch: RSPCA give advice on keeping pets safe during fireworks

The Devonshire Arms Hotel & Spa

I took my dog on a luxurious four-star Yorkshire country hotel break

The half price vacuum cleaner hailed as a 'lifesaver' by pet owners

Some of the adorable girls and boys currently living in the Dogs Trust Glasgow Rehoming Centre.

Adopt a Dog Scotland: 13 Glasgow Dogs Trust pups looking for a home

If your dog eats conkers a swift visit to the vet is required.

Why you should make sure your adorable dog steers clear of conkers

The vet service posted the warning for dog owners on Facebook

Dog owners given urgent warning after suspected pet poisoning deaths

These are the most intelligent breeds of dog that have both brains and beauty (although this chess-playing Maltese isn't one of them).

Dog Intelligence: The 10 most intelligent breeds of adorable dog

Santa's Grotto at Dobbies

Jingle all the way to Dobbies’ festive events

Some dogs are simply naturally more affectionate than others.

Most Loving Dogs 2024: These are the 11 most affectionate breeds

Who is currently the UK's top dog?

Top Dogs 2024: The most popular breeds of dog this year so far

Brilliant bargains for the pets in your life

Stock up on treats before they sell out at Aldi's pet event

Dogs should be kept on their lead in cemeteries (Picture: Tim Graham/Getty Images)

Dog owners who use cemeteries must act responsibly Scotsman comment

A dog tries to cool down in the water of a fountain. (Photo: BARBARA GINDL/APA/AFP via Getty Images)

This is when it's too hot to walk your dog according to experts

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