USPCA probe Lisburn puppy farm
A charity says it is investigating alleged animal welfare violations at a puppy farm in County Antrim.
Archive for February, 2010
Huge rise in banned fighting dogs
As police raids see the arrest three people for animal cruelty, the number of banned dogs used for fighting, then abandoned, is soaring.
Police seek redemption after dog deaths
In the wake of the death of two police dogs left in a hot car, Nottinghamshire’s officers work to restore trust in the dog team.
Puppy rescued after 10m sea fall
A six-month old puppy is pulled from the sea by lifeboat crewmen after falling 10m (33ft) from a breakwater while out for a walk.
Mongolia: Life in the extreme cold
Aid workers tell us their experiences of extreme winter weather in Mongolia, where some provinces have been hit by -35C temperatures.
Dog allergic to pet food and cats
A Lanarkshire pet owner is hoping a new diet and special antibiotics will help with his dog’s unlikely allergies.
Suspected dangerous dogs seized
Police seize two dogs and ten puppies suspected of being a banned breed from a house on an estate in Preston.
Police dog gets online with blog
The handler of a Cambridgeshire police puppy starting his training is writing an online blog through the eyes of the dog.
Rescue centre rehomes appeal dogs
A Derby animal shelter says the response to an appeal for new homes for dogs has exceeded expectations.
Puppy farm dogs at rescue centre
Dogs brought from a puppy farm in Ireland are being cared for at a rescue centre in Derbyshire.
