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67 dog breeds including Staffys and Frenchies face UK breeding restrictions
8+ hour, 45+ min ago (499+ words) Campaigners fear new dog breeding legislation could affect 67 popular breeds with flat faces, short legs and breathing problems Staffordshire Bull Terriers, Dachshunds and French Bulldogs are among 67 dog breeds potentially facing restrictions in the UK. Activists are pushing to prohibit…...
Let us into train station to help 'suffering' pigeons, volunteers plead
1+ week, 2+ day ago (479+ words) Concerns have been raised about the welfare of pigeons which roost above the platforms(Image: Joseph Raynor/ Nottingham Post) Volunteers have been denied permission to help "suffering" birds at Nottingham train station. Concerns have been raised about the welfare of…...
Swans stuck after pond 'decimated' by council, wildlife charity says
1+ week, 2+ day ago (473+ words) The drainage has led to some swans and ducks becoming stuck(Image: Cheryl Martins) A Nottinghamshire wildlife charity has accused a council of "decimating" the habitat around a pond by draining it during nesting season. A body of water at…...
Natural repellent keeps cats away from gardens - most people throw it away
3+ week, 1+ day ago (518+ words) Cats will turn around and run in the opposite direction with one fruit(Image: Getty) Many gardeners find themselves frustrated by cats invading their outdoor spaces, particularly when these uninvited feline visitors treat carefully tended raised beds as their personal…...
Elk could return to Notts in 'couple of years', wildlife expert hopes
2+ mon, 6+ day ago (672+ words) Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust said it had received 'phenomenal interest' from the public(Image: PA) Elk could feasibly return to Nottinghamshire as early as 2028, around 3,000 years after being hunted to extinction in the UK, a wildlife expert has said. Last year,…...
I took my dog to the ultimate canine centre with an enrichment room, swimming pool and soft play
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (682+ words) We couldn't wait to go back, and now that the business has launched its own pet supply shop and has reopened its swimming pool due to demand, I arranged to take Bear A few weeks ago I took my Rottweiler…...
'My dog tested festive pigs in blankets treats and was begging me for more'
3+ mon, 1+ week ago (591+ words) Advent calendars aren't solely for people; our furry companions can also partake in the festive cheer. A dog treat advent calendar transforms the Christmas countdown into a daily delight, making each morning that bit more thrilling. My dog Callie was…...
'Sadistic' dog abuser beat pug to death with hockey stick
5+ mon, 4+ day ago (535+ words) A 'sadistic' dog abuser has been jailed after beating a pug to death with a hockey stick. Dudley Stein, 33, who was previously jailed for throwing the same dog out of a window, was locked up for carrying out another 'sickening…...
Pigeons fly away from your garden if one thing is put near bird feeders
10+ mon, 4+ week ago (248+ words) While pigeons may appear harmless as they wander through your garden, their presence can lead to significant damage due to their droppings and unsanitary nesting habits. Specialists from FantasticPestControl have recommended a simple trick to keep the birds away from…...
5 smartest dog breeds named including one that's 'exceptionally intelligent"
1+ year, 1+ week ago (657+ words) Dogs are more than animals to many people; they serve as faithful friends and sources of cheer with their lively behaviour, also bringing a sense of safety with their vigilant attitudes. Dogs are more than animals to many people; they…...