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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

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A pet owner’s guide to keeping your home hair-free

Breathe easy with a dust and dander-free pet area, whether you keep your furry friend in the utility…

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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

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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

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Pet heartbreak: ‘I’m in tears as I write about my pandemic foster failure’

One writer shares her experience of pandemic pet foster failure and her subsequent heartbreak because the old adage…

By Jennifer McShane

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Changes to laws in Spain sees pets become legal family members. But there’s a catch…

I was never a dog person. Until I was. Almost two years ago, amid the dizzy heights of…

By Amanda Cassidy

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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

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‘We will miss Bo dearly’: Michelle Obama reminds us of the importance of our pets

The pandemic has given us a newfound appreciation for many things, not least how we've come to utterly…

By Jennifer McShane

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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

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Dogs and cats are not looking forward to the end of lockdown, here’s how to help them adjust

Dogs and cats, just like humans, find comfort in routines. Here's how to prevent them from getting separation…

By Lauren Heskin

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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