Archive for May, 2006

Paralysed Jack Russell gets wheels

Tuesday, May 30th, 2006

Jack, a Jack Russell from Powick in Worcestershire, has been given a second chance thanks to a £400 walking system.
Similar to a human wheelchair, the system supports Jack’s body, allowing him to use what leg movement he has. Julie Spicer, Jack’s owner, imported the system from the USA, following an accident during a tug of […]

Giant inflatable dog in London

Thursday, May 4th, 2006

Dogs Trust has placed a giant inflatable dog on top of one of west London’s landmark buildings.
The Vanguard Building, well known to commuters stuck in traffic jams on the A40, is now home to the enormous black and white mutt. The trust’s intention is to raise awareness of its new Harefield Rehoming Centre and is […]

National Pet Care Week 2006

Tuesday, May 2nd, 2006

This is National Pet Care Week, featuring events across the UK aimed at promoting responsible pet ownership.
Last year, more than 700 events were held, from Orkney to the Channel Islands. This year, the week has the theme of “Your pet - one of the family”. Focusing on introducing the responsibilities and rewards of pet ownership […]

Dog waste in normal litter bins - problem?

Monday, May 1st, 2006

Dog walkers in the Lancashire town of Barnoldswick are causing concern for other users of a picnic area in the town.
Local resident, Pat Dickins, has complained to her local newspaper that dog walkers are placing dog waste in ordinary, open-topped litter bins:
“It is good that people are using the bins, but from a health point […]