dog owners

Pooch perfect: how our nation of new dog owners is changing the face of society 

A survey from Legal and General reveals a staggering 40% of Brits became dog owners during lockdown. The reasons for becoming a dog owner are manifold, and 71% of those who got a dog during lockdown decided to do so instead of having a baby. More than a quarter (27%) said that having a pooch means they no longer want a family.

But what does this mean for Brits, business, work and...

Dog owners urged to microchip pets

Dog owners in Plymouth are being urged to get their pets microchipped ahead of new legislation being introduced next month.

The new regulations come into force on April 6 and require all dog owners to get their dog microchipped so that specific information about the dog and owner can be stored on a database. This is in addition to the requirement for your dog to wear a collar and tag,...

A plea to dog owners - help prevent livestock worrying and protect wildlife this breeding season

Dog walkers visiting Bodmin Moor are being reminded to keep their dogs on leads until 31 July to help protect ground-nesting birds and other wildlife during breeding season.

To help spread the word about responsible dog walking on the Moor, two local engagement sessions were held earlier this month.

Police joined members of the St Cleer and District Commoners Association at...