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15 dogs who are costume-ready for Halloween

Dog costumes can be as extravagant as human ones – or as simple. Here are 15 of our…

By Grace McGettigan

8 Halloween safety tips for dog owners

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8 Halloween safety tips for dog owners

Halloween is often a terrifying time for dogs. Here are eight ways to ensure your dog is as…

By Grace McGettigan

keep pets - dog safe summer

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Heatwave: How to protect your pets from heatstroke

During hot weather, animals can overheat, become dehydrated and suffer heatstroke very quickly. Here we share top tips…

By Grace McGettigan

Buster our rescue dog

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‘On his first night, none of us thought it was going to work out’: The reality of adopting a rescue dog

Since the beginning of 2022, Dog's Trust has received over 500 requests to surrender a dog, averaging SEVEN…

By Lauren Heskin

dog-friendly

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Fun places to bring your four-legged friend that aren’t the dog park

Planning what to do this weekend? Us too, and we have several dog-friendly activities in mind. It’s common…

By Sarah Finnan

Saying goodbye to your rescue dog
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When is the right time to say goodbye to your rescue dog?

Despite the challenges of adopting rescue dogs, Amy Lynch’s two were THE best dogs. What she didn’t think…

By Amy Lynch

dog gift guide

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10 gift ideas for the dog person in your life (or for your own pooch)

Sadly, the great puppy boom is upon us but here are some adorable, practical and luxurious gifts to…

By Shayna Sappington

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‘Full capacity’: Dogs Trust have ‘8 requests a day’ to take more dogs

Kennel manager John told Irish news outlets “there’s already been more surrenders this year than in all of…

By Jennifer McShane

dog-friendly holidays Ireland

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Dog-friendly holidays in Ireland: from Bangor to Wicklow

Bring the pooch with you on your vacay with one of these gorgeous dog-friendly holidays in Ireland, including…

By Marlene Wessels

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Stylish dog accessories that won’t disrupt your home’s aesthetic

Bowls, beds, leads: the arrival of a dog in your home inevitably means that a lot of equipment…

By Megan Burns

photo of your dog

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How to get the perfect photo of your pet, according to an Irish pet photographer

We asked professional pet photographer, Philip Murray, how to take the perfect photo of your dog Dogs are…

By Grace McGettigan

dog groomer

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7 things to know before you bring your dog to the groomer

There's a lot more to dog grooming than shampooing and shaving. We spoke with Emma Coughlan, owner of…

By Grace McGettigan