And, if like us, you don’t think dogs should be destroyed for their appearance, find out how to join the campaign toEnd Specific Legislation in the UK.

This week in the Scoop we meet the Ohio Pit Bull Terrier who’s sniffing out crimes. Plus, we meet Tyko the weight-shedding Corgi and the bus station shelter dogs of Brazil. Find out how you can join the campaign to end Breed Specific Legislation. And, if like us, you don’t think dogs should be destroyed for their appearance, find out how to join the campaign toEndBreed Specific Legislation in the UK. [Read More]

Around 20% of puppies bought from pet shops or online suffer from parvovirus, which can prove deadly for the puppy and can cost up to £4,000 to treat.

1.2 million UK adults think puppy farms are a good option when it comes to getting a puppy. More than one in ten UK adults had never heard of the term ‘puppy farm’ 53% of survey respondents believe that the dog’s breed is the most important thing to consider when buying a puppy farm. Puppies bred in squalid, cramped and dirty conditions are more likely to suffer from health issues. One in five puppies bought from a newspaper or online ramp up vet bills for their new owner – costing them up to £500-£1,000. [Read More]

Around 60% of dog owners don’t know that poor nutrition could be factor for the above issues.

A video of Kiba the Shiba’s reaction to her humans’ fidget spinner surfaced recently and has amassed millions of views on Facebook. Could raw food be the solution to your dog’s tummy woes? Recent research suggests that dogs who have bad breath, upset stomachs, digestion issues, or itchy skin may benefit from switching from their regular diet to a raw alternative. Around 60% of dog owners don’t know that poor nutrition could be factor for the above issues. [Read More]

Avoid feeding chicken bones more than twice a week, or feed raw chicken meat without bones. If your dog is sick or on medications then do not feed them raw chicken until you discuss it with your vet.

Dogs can eat Raw Chicken. Including Bones. Cooked chicken bones become dry and brittle which may splinter and get caught in your dog’s throat or intestinal tract. Never feed cooked bones to your dog. A large amount of raw chicken bones can cause constipation. Avoid feeding chicken bones more than twice a week, or feed raw chicken meat without bones. Don’t feed your dog kibble and raw at the same time. [Read More]

Because science and because dogs, this week's round up is all about the pooch, the dog, the park and the wild dog.

This week in our dog news round up, we discover dog hockey is the sport that the world deserves. We meet the dog who’s cleaning up a Yorkshire School and a wild dog that makes us want to sing. Get The Scoop!**Another week, another fun filled seven days full of doggy joy. We don’t know who this ice-skater pooch is, but all we know is we’d pay good money to watch this if it became a sport. [Read More]

Because the demand for designer dogs is rising, breeders often seize the opportunity to sell them at inflated prices.

Cockerpoos, Goldendoodles and Cavachons are popular crossbreeds. But what really is a designer pooch and which breeds are the most popular in the UK? The RSPCA has raised many concerns over the welfare of these crossbreed dogs. Because the demand for designer dogs is rising, breeders often seize the opportunity to sell them at inflated prices. A Goldendoodle puppy can easily cost up to £1700. Teacups are often sold at half the normal size and weight of the breed. [Read More]

Border collie care is not a difficult task and can easily be managed if you make this a regular part of your pet’s lifestyle.

Border collie care is not a difficult task and can easily be managed if you make this a regular part of your pet’s lifestyle. Grooming your sheepdog doesn’t only make him look nice but it also benefits his health and wellbeing. The following is a breakdown of the type of equipment you need for border collies care, and how often each task needs to be done. There are two coat types that a border-collie may have. [Read More]

Border Collies are double-coated breeds with a lot of hair, which means a ton of shedding.

Border Collies are double-coated breeds with a lot of hair, which means a ton of shedding. On a scale of 1 to 10, a typical Border Collie measures up to a 7 out of 10 on the shedding scale (above average) Border collies will leave traveling fur-balls around your home that have a mind of their own. Thankfully, you can reduce shedding with brushing, bathing, and a healthy diet. Allergies are triggered from pet dander, which are particles of skin that shed all year. [Read More]

Bring Your Dog to Work Day is held every year to raise money for charity.

Bring Your Dog to Work Day is held every year to raise money for charity. DogBuddy is an official sponsor of Bring Your Dog To Work Day 2018. All Dogs Matter and Animals Asia raise money to help dogs get a second chance at a forever home. Here are some of the best moments we’ve had with our office dogs. Did you have your dog in your office? Let us know by posting a comment below or posting a picture on Facebook or Twitter. [Read More]

Bruce and Rebel were moved to Millbrook Animal centre with the hope a family with plenty of space might like to adopt the pair together.

Bruce and Rebel the Lurchers were rescued from an empty house. The RSPCA took them to a South Godstone Centre in Surrey. Rebel had an incurable sight problem, which would eventually leave him blind. It was then that the idea of networking was floated. Bruce and Rebel were moved to Millbrook Animal centre with the hope a family with plenty of space might like to adopt the pair together. And that’s exactly what happened. [Read More]