Detection dogs are a cost-effective way to collect wildlife data, though the costs of international transport may limit their u se by smaller conservation groups. Continue reading “From rescue to research: Training detection dogs for conservation”
Category: 2017
Queen presented with posy of flowers on visit to charity – by a labrador
A little too eager, she dropped the posy at the Queen’s feet amid the excitement before her handler saved the day. Continue reading “Queen presented with posy of flowers on visit to charity – by a labrador”
Bulldogs are Britain’s soundest-sleeping dogs, study finds
More than a quarter of British dog owners say they think their dog has sleepwalked, new research has revealed. Continue reading “Bulldogs are Britain’s soundest-sleeping dogs, study finds”
FDA warns dog owners to avoid bone treats after 15 dogs die
These potentially dangerous bone treats are available at pet retailers across the country and are usually labelled as “Ham Bones,” ‘Pork Femur Bones,” “Rib Bones,” and “Smokey Knuckle Bones,”. Continue reading “FDA warns dog owners to avoid bone treats after 15 dogs die”
This dog and cat love travelling together, and their pictures are absolutely epic
Back in 2004, the dog Henry back was adopted. He was only 14 weeks old, but already five times bigger than the other puppies of the same age. Continue reading “This dog and cat love travelling together, and their pictures are absolutely epic”
Dog Poo, an environmental tragedy
When industrial fertilizer replaced dung heaps, its spoils helped fund the spread of plastics. Continue reading “Dog Poo, an environmental tragedy”
Stunning £14k statue of a hero DOG who sniffed out explosives unveiled in town
Saving a huge number of lives in the country, he awarded with the animal equivalent to the Victoria Cross – the Dickin Medal. Continue reading “Stunning £14k statue of a hero DOG who sniffed out explosives unveiled in town”
Missing dog walker Annette Poitras found ‘alive and well’ in Coquitlam, B.C., after massive search
‘I just want to say … hug your spouse tonight, hold on to them’ says husband of woman missing 3 days. Continue reading “Missing dog walker Annette Poitras found ‘alive and well’ in Coquitlam, B.C., after massive search”
The National Dog Show Is the best part of Thanksgiving
2,000 dogs show up to the Greater Philadelphia Expo Center to get pampered and hit the rings, a parade far better than any involving giant balloons. Continue reading “The National Dog Show Is the best part of Thanksgiving”
Service dog handlers face bitter pushback, kicked out of public places
Mike Rude says he often has trouble with people who don’t understand that his service dog, Spark, is allowed to accompany him almost everywhere. Continue reading “Service dog handlers face bitter pushback, kicked out of public places”