Archive for the 'General' Category

Dogs Rule forums now open!

Wednesday, April 25th, 2007

Some of the stories that I’ve posted on Dogs Rule have generated a great deal of discussion!
So, I’ve opened the Dogs Rule forums! I hope it’s going to be a great place for dog lovers to chat about their passion. I’m certainly looking forward to reading other people’s dog-related stories, seeing their dog pictures and […]

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 […]

National Pooper Scoopers week

Saturday, April 15th, 2006

According to the Association of Professional Animal Waste Specialists, America is getting close to National Pooper Scoopers week (starts April 24).
This story is surprising for two reasons:

there are people whose business is to look after your dog’s business
there is a trade body for professional dog poo cleaners.

Now, I hate cleaning up dog mess. With four […]

Fill out our quick dog food survey

Sunday, April 2nd, 2006

Do you get tired of lugging around tins and sacks of heavy dog food? Or do you find the range at your local supermarket convenient but the range too limited?
We want to help make it easier to buy dog food. Fill out our short dog food survey and we’ll share the results with you on […]

Kennels lead to vet bills

Saturday, April 1st, 2006

A report from the insurance company, Direct Line, suggests that some boarding kennels are leaving dog owners with steep vet’s bills.
According to Direct Line’s study, 12% of dogs who have stayed in a kennel contracted an illness as a result; 4% sustained an injury.
Direct Line’s full report is available on their website.

Nightlife for dogs - SkyBark

Saturday, March 18th, 2006

The USA and Australia really do seem to have the best when it comes to dogs. Here in the UK, we seem a touch behind; let’s see if we can change that!
In the past, we’ve bemoaned the lack of dog-friendly venues for British dog owners. The excellent DoggiePubs is filled with details of dog-friendly pubs […]

Everyday dog massage

Wednesday, March 15th, 2006

by Jörn Oleby
When we take on a dog we take on responsibility. This responsibility involves the everyday care of our dogs in areas such as hygiene, coat and paws, nutrition, exercise and training.
Many dog owners invest considerable time in activating their dogs by obedience training, seeking activities, tracking and protection exercises at training grounds, out […]

Littlest Hobo theme tune

Saturday, March 4th, 2006

“Every step I make, I make a new friend” just about sums up the wonder of dogs.
It’s been a while since London - the Alsatian protagonist of 70s/80s Canadian children’s tv show The Littlest Hobo - has been on UK tv screens. If you love the show’s theme tune, Maybe Tomorrow, you’re in luck thanks […]

Dog brightens Bradford office

Tuesday, February 28th, 2006

Rupert, a nine month old Cocker Spaniel, has had a surprising effect on a Bradford recruitment company’s office.
Introduced to the office Steven Street, Managing Director of Relay Recruitment, Rupert has helped the company’s smokers kick their habit.
David Gatehouse, also of Relay Recruitment, explained to the BBC:
“We thought we’d bring in a dog so people could […]

Dogs will be shot in Lake District

Friday, February 24th, 2006

The Lake District National Park Authority is warning that dogs off leads will be shot if they worry livestock.
Peter Thompson, an Ambleside farmer, told BBC News:
“About 70% of people act responsibly and have control over their pets, for which we are very grateful, but the other 30 per cent are behaving ever more irresponsibly.
“There have […]