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Dear A&E,I’ve wanted a dog for ages but I can’t persuade my wife that it’s a good idea. She’s just worried that it will be more work for her – another thing to think about when she is already super busy. Our two young children are desperate for a puppy too and I’ve promised I

If it’s never even crossed your mind to buy your dog or cat a Christmas present, you’re in a tiny minority. The high street is absolutely awash with doggy advent calendars, pre-filled cat stockings and Christmas pudding snuffle mats. Personally, however, with so much choice (and tat in the shops), I find it tough to find

Scientists in Tokyo recently discovered that owning a dog of any breed reduces the risk of older people getting dementia by 40 per cent, as it increases the likelihood of getting out of the house, which leads to more interactions with other people and in turn exercises the brain. While owners may complain about cold, wet

Apparently that’s wise advice. Jethwa says that a dog’s first Christmas can be magical but staying vigilant is key. “Owners always say, ‘He’s never done anything like this before,’ which is why you need to make sure your pets are supervised over Christmas. Never underestimate them. And if you’re staying away from home, look up

“The dog is a gentleman,” Mark Twain wrote. “I hope to go to his heaven, not man’s.” My dog, I thought, as I watched him drag a dinky bichon frisé to the muddy ground by its collar while I maniacally flapped a piece of ham in an attempt to distract him, is certainly not a

Dog food FAQ How much should I feed my dog?There are no definite rules as to how much a dog should be fed, due to the variation in individual metabolisms between different animals. The best answer is to weigh your pet, and start with the mid-range of the amount recommended for that body weight. You should

Often used as mountain-rescue or sniffer dogs, the ever-popular border collie is highly intelligent and outdoorsy, with boundless stamina and energy. Not for the faint of heart, nor the fond of sofa. How far can they run? Eight miles plus, depending on their age, training and overall health.Exercise planAs border collies are renowned for their agility, take

Four-poster dog beds, tail-lored tasting menus, puppacinos for breakfast – hotels are pandering to the paw patrol more than ever. But while Britain has long been a nation of dog lovers, aren’t we going a little too far? After all, not everyone is a fan of the four-legged hotel guest. Telegraph reader Penny Entecott from Middleton-on-Sea

But if they don’t triumph this year, they may find future Crufts events even harder to win. Earlier this week, the Kennel Club announced that it’s introducing health-related entry requirements for some brachycephalic breeds for next year. Under the new rules, all eligible pugs, bulldogs and French bulldogs will need to hold a valid Respiratory Function