- Sarah Jessica Parker spotted training dog
- February 23, 2011
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Sex in the City star Sarah Jessica Parker has been spotted playing with a new canine friend in New York. However, it is unlikely the actress will be taking out dog insurance in the near future, as the Daily Mail reports she was merely training it as part of her upcoming film I Don’t Know How She Does It. This comes … More
- Dogs ‘share the emotions of owners’
- February 22, 2011
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Dogs whose owners are experiencing strong emotions could end up feeling the same way, new research has shown. According to a study carried out at the University of Porto by biomedical scientist Dr Karine Silva, if dogs see their owner having a strong emotional response to a situation, they could mirror the feelings themselves. However, this emotional display is not … More
- Greyhound owners attend dog meeting
- February 22, 2011
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Dog lovers in Scarborough have been given the chance to meet ex-racing greyhounds at a meet and greet at a local pet shop. According to the Scarborough Evening News, the event was organised by members of the Retired Greyhounds Trust in the city and saw potential pet owners meet nearly 30 dogs at the Hull Pets at Home branch. Speaking … More
- England ‘a nation of dog and cat lovers’
- February 22, 2011
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Extracts from Letters From England, an 1808 book written under the pseudonym of a Spanish traveller visiting the country, reveals its inhabitants to be cat and dog lovers. The Guardian published parts from the book, by Don Manuel Alvarez Espriella, and noted that parallels between the England of the 19th century and modern day England are clear. As well as … More
- Keep dogs on leads, owners told
- February 22, 2011
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Dog walkers have been urged to keep their pooches on a lead during lambing season. The Cotswold Journal reports that dog owners are being reminded of the importance of keeping pets on leads around livestock while they are walking the local fields, as it is the “natural instinct” of dogs to run after other animals. Gloucestershire police rural and environmental … More
- Finding a pet dog ‘a major shopping trip’
- February 21, 2011
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Insurance for dogs should not be forgotten when looking for a new puppy, as one woman revealed the efforts involved in shopping for a new pet. Writing in the Telegraph, Cassandra Jardine explained that “acquiring a dog is a major shopping project”. She said questions she asked herself included whether she should get a more unusual breed of dog or … More
- Uttlesford District Council urges dog owners to clean up after pets
- February 21, 2011
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Pet insurance customers in Uttlesford may want to take heed of calls from the local council to pick up after their dogs. According to the Saffron Walden Reporter, many of the area’s residents have complained about dog fouling on the streets. As a result, Uttlesford District Council is giving away free bags to encourage individuals to be responsible and clean … More
- Dog owner reunited with ‘stolen’ canine
- February 21, 2011
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One person who may want to take out dog insurance is Debbie Stark, a pet owner from Scotland. She was delighted when, earlier this week, her Newfoundland canine Delila that had been stolen from Leys of Boysack Farm was found, the Arbroath Herald reported. Ms Stark, who is currently building a house near the site with her partner Graham Gregg, was … More
- Dog collars ‘essential for controlling animals’
- February 18, 2011
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Dog insurance customers may want to make sure they purchase a collar for their pet in order to keep them out of trouble when taking them for a walk. According to PetVetSupplies.com.au, animal owners need a degree of control when out in public as dogs can often get aggressive without warning or may want to run around in an area … More
- Dog and 5 people rescued from Edinburgh flat fire
- February 17, 2011
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Individuals may want to ensure their dog insurance is up to date when they hear of a recent incident in Scotland. A fire broke out at a property on Grierson Crescent in the Granton area of Edinburgh last night (Tuesday February 15th), Stv reports. Five people and a Labrador Collie cross had to be rescued from the building by fire crews … More