Pets

Rachel Spencer at the cottage

North Yorkshire pet business nominated for 'pet industry Oscar'

Lucy Cooper with guide dog puppy Miles at the National Railway Museum

Lucy Cooper with guide dog puppy Miles at the National Railway Museum

Guide dogs visit top York attraction as part of training

The animals when they were taken into the RSPCA's care

The animals when they were taken into the RSPCA's care

Dogs left abandoned in field near York get new lease of life after being rescued

Conkers contain a toxin that is poisonous to dogs

Conkers contain a toxin that is poisonous to dogs

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Dog owners warned about conker poisoning as autumn approaches

Dogs were found to have lower rates of illness on a vegan diet, according to the study

Dogs were found to have lower rates of illness on a vegan diet, according to the study

Dogs can be healthier eating a vegan diet, academics claim in new study

Ted - looking healthier than ever

Ted - looking healthier than ever

Pet cat returns home alive four days after being cremated

Ever dreamed of owning your own gorilla? Tough luck.

Ever dreamed of owning your own gorilla? Tough luck.

Polar bears, badgers and the Egyptian Goose - the strangest banned UK pets

A tag needs to include the owner's name as well as their address and postcode according to the legislation which is law in Scotland and England.

A tag needs to include the owner's name as well as their address and postcode according to the legislation which is law in Scotland and England.

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The 'little-known' dog collar law that could see pet owners face £5k fine

Ruby, the small Patterdale Terrier and Jack Russell, was rushed to an emergency vet practice for surgery

Ruby, the small Patterdale Terrier and Jack Russell, was rushed to an emergency vet practice for surgery

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Dog owners issued warning after ice cream mix up results in £2,000 vet bill

Gino: this former street vcat is now looking for a home. Picture: York RSPCA

Gino: this former street vcat is now looking for a home. Picture: York RSPCA

Hello, I'm Gino. Could you give me a home?

Arya, a hearing dog, and the Minster Vets team

Arya, a hearing dog, and the Minster Vets team

Staff at York vets practice to take on challenge to help deaf people

Ruby, the12-month-old crossbreed who needs a new home. Picture: York RSPCA

Ruby, the12-month-old crossbreed who needs a new home. Picture: York RSPCA

Hello, I'm Ruby. Could you give me a home?

The veterinary expert has teamed with TrustedHousesitters to give you a handy four-step guide to do just that.

The veterinary expert has teamed with TrustedHousesitters to give you a handy four-step guide to do just that.

I'm a vet: This 'simple' but 'overlooked' at-home routine could save you £700

Dolly when she was rescued, left, and after being cared for by the RSPCA, right

Dolly when she was rescued, left, and after being cared for by the RSPCA, right

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'Heartbreaking' rise in cruelty to dogs in York and North Yorkshire

Cheddar - a survivor who is looking for a second chance with a new family

Cheddar - a survivor who is looking for a second chance with a new family

'Hello, I'm Cheddar. I'm looking for a second chance in a new home. Can you help?'

There were a variety of classes and rosettes up for grabs in the show

There were a variety of classes and rosettes up for grabs in the show

Hundreds pour through the gates at summer event in York

Communal water bowls for dogs are commonly found in locations across the country including in beer gardens, parks and outside cafes.

Communal water bowls for dogs are commonly found in locations across the country including in beer gardens, parks and outside cafes.

Dog owners warned to avoid drinking apparatus that could spread 'nasty' diseases

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Dog owners issued warning over potentially fatal toxic algae

Gary the domestic shorthair: an anxious cat who will make a loving best friend once he gets to know and trust you, says th RSPCA

Gary the domestic shorthair: an anxious cat who will make a loving best friend once he gets to know and trust you, says th RSPCA

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'Hello, I'm Gary. Could you give me a place to call home?'

The VetPlus expert reassured owners that there is

The VetPlus expert reassured owners that there is

Cat owners urged to look for symptoms of 'serious' disease affecting their pets

Buster the 'cheeky chappie' lurcher. Picture: York RSPCA

Buster the 'cheeky chappie' lurcher. Picture: York RSPCA

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Could you give a home to 'cheeky chappie' Buster?

Border collie Sam. Picture: York RSPCA

Border collie Sam. Picture: York RSPCA

Meet border collie Sam: bereft at losing his owner, he needs a new home

There are endless dog-friendly things to do in Whitby for your next staycation

There are endless dog-friendly things to do in Whitby for your next staycation

'Charming' North Yorkshire seaside spot among best dog-cations (with 6 walks)

Pasha, the hearing dog, goes to the polls!

Pasha, the hearing dog, goes to the polls!

General Election 2024

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#DogsAtPollingStations: Your pet pictures from York and North Yorkshire

A husky at the polling station

A husky at the polling station

General Election 2024

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Is your pet coming to vote in York? Send us your pictures!

Lexi the German Shepherd. Picture: York RSPCA

Lexi the German Shepherd. Picture: York RSPCA

'Hello, my name's Lexi. Could you give me a home?'

Bakewell the rabbit

Bakewell the rabbit

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Meet Bakewell the bunny: he's looking for a new home in York

The RSPCA would like more people to consider adopting animals rather than buying them as its rehoming centres hit capacity

The RSPCA would like more people to consider adopting animals rather than buying them as its rehoming centres hit capacity

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RSPCA urges Brits to adopt pets instead of buying as centres hit 'breaking point'

Dogs are only allowed on specific beaches and areas in North Yorkshire this summer.

Dogs are only allowed on specific beaches and areas in North Yorkshire this summer.

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REVEALED: Dog friendly beaches to visit with your canine companion this summer

All cat owners in England must have their pet microchipped or face fines of up to £500

All cat owners in England must have their pet microchipped or face fines of up to £500

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Pet owners warned they have weeks to act as new £500 fine rule becomes law

Beau the labrador. Picture: York RSPCA

Beau the labrador. Picture: York RSPCA

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'Hello, my name is Beau. Could you give me a home?'

Loose hairs in the bedding can cause a lot of irritation to not only yourself as the owner but your pet too

Loose hairs in the bedding can cause a lot of irritation to not only yourself as the owner but your pet too

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Warning to anyone who shares a bed with their dogs this summer

Roo the rabbit. Picture: York RSPCA

Roo the rabbit. Picture: York RSPCA

Needed: a York home (and hutch) for Roo the rabbit

Driving with a dog in the car could land you a £5,000 fine or lose your drivers licence

Driving with a dog in the car could land you a £5,000 fine or lose your drivers licence

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Pet owners warned driving with a dog in your car could land you £5k fine

Cat owners have less than two weeks to act before they could face a fine of up to £500 for not having their pet microchipped

Cat owners have less than two weeks to act before they could face a fine of up to £500 for not having their pet microchipped

Pet owners issued £500 fine warning ahead of major rule change this month

Carla the King Charles Spaniel. Picture: York RSPCA

Carla the King Charles Spaniel. Picture: York RSPCA

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Meet waif and stray Carla: a 'great little dog' who'd make a lovely pet

Long Boi the duck and, inset, the statue of Long Boi by award-winning sculptor Neil R Mason. Picture: SWNS

Long Boi the duck and, inset, the statue of Long Boi by award-winning sculptor Neil R Mason. Picture: SWNS

Sculptor behind Long Boi statue says he was 'quite inspired' by duck's story

Guinea pigs Alister, Oz and Viktor

Guinea pigs Alister, Oz and Viktor

Could you give a home to some of these gorgeous Guinea pigs?

Tibetan Mastiffs, Newfoundland and Mastiffs top the list of most expensive dogs to own over its lifetime.

Tibetan Mastiffs, Newfoundland and Mastiffs top the list of most expensive dogs to own over its lifetime.

The UK's top 20 most expensive (and most affordable) dog breeds to own revealed

Dee Dee the Springer Spaniel. Picture: York RSPCA

Dee Dee the Springer Spaniel. Picture: York RSPCA

Could you give a home to 'little fighter' Dee Dee?

One of the two starving Staffies which were saved by the RSPCA

One of the two starving Staffies which were saved by the RSPCA

North Yorkshire couple who starved their three dogs banned from keeping animals

Sweep, the ten-year-old domestic longhaired cat. Picture: York RSPCA

Sweep, the ten-year-old domestic longhaired cat. Picture: York RSPCA

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Could you give a home to 'independent lady' Sweep?

Adorable - dogs at polling stations across York today

Adorable - dogs at polling stations across York today

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11 adorable photos of patient pooches outside polling stations across York area

Elsie at at polling station in York this morning

Elsie at at polling station in York this morning

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And Fido came too! Dogs at polling stations in York - photos to make you smile!

It's not dogs that are the problem, says John Zimnoch - it's feckless owners who don't control them properly

It's not dogs that are the problem, says John Zimnoch - it's feckless owners who don't control them properly

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'Dogs aren’t the problem - its the feckless owners who don't control them properly'

Flashback: Wolfie the dog at a York polling station during the 2017 General Election. If you are taking your dog with you when you vote in the mayoral election on Thursday, please send us a snap of them outside the polling station

Flashback: Wolfie the dog at a York polling station during the 2017 General Election. If you are taking your dog with you when you vote in the mayoral election on Thursday, please send us a snap of them outside the polling station

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Dogs at polling stations in York: send us your photos when you vote tomorrow

Milo the 20-month-old labrador. Picture: York RSPCA

Milo the 20-month-old labrador. Picture: York RSPCA

Meet Milo - he's 'one of the friendliest dogs we know,' says York RSPCA

Douglas the 14-month-old German Shepherd cross. Picture: York RSPCA

Douglas the 14-month-old German Shepherd cross. Picture: York RSPCA

WANTED: a new home for 'bright spark' Douglas

Jackie Marshall, qualified vet and technical advisor at the veterinary nutraceuticals company VetPlus, has shared 5 common illnesses that could be affecting your pet.

Jackie Marshall, qualified vet and technical advisor at the veterinary nutraceuticals company VetPlus, has shared 5 common illnesses that could be affecting your pet.

Vet warning issued that your pet may be suffering from these 5 common illnesses

Poppy and Marley

Poppy and Marley

Could you give a good York home to Poppy and Marley?

If you need a dog-friendly place to stay at for your next adventure in the North York Moors, this could be it

If you need a dog-friendly place to stay at for your next adventure in the North York Moors, this could be it

North Yorkshire Moors

'Delightful' North Yorkshire dog-friendly cottage near fantastic walks among best

It ranked the 30 most popular dog breeds that it insures.

It ranked the 30 most popular dog breeds that it insures.

Looking for a new best friend? Study reveals the UK's most affordable dog breeds

Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks

Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks

Vet tells dog owners to keep pets away from puddles

This is what happens if a dog accidentally eats or steps on plant fertilizer, according to a vet

This is what happens if a dog accidentally eats or steps on plant fertilizer, according to a vet

'Crucial' plant fertiliser warning to dog owners amid vomit and seizure risk