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Kennels owners ‘devastated’ after dogs die in severe flood
Four dogs died at boarding kennels in Urmston, Greater Manchester, after floods hit the area on New Year's Day.
Stratford District Council to tackle dog fouling
Stratford District Council is carrying out a six-week Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) consultation on dog fouling.
Dog walking licence introduced for Banstead Commons
Banstead Commons Conservators are implementing a professional dog walking licence scheme on Banstead Commons from 1 April, 2025.
Norwich grooming salon ‘damaged’ by fire
A grooming salon in Norwich, Norfolk, has been damaged by a heater fire, reports suggest.
Lincolnshire council considers rules to limit dog walkers
South Kesteven District Council is considering introducing a Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) to restrict the number of dogs on leads that can be walked by one person at the same time.
Nearly 6,000 dangerous dogs seized in past year, data reveals
As many as 16 dangerous dogs are being seized every day across the UK, with police forces taking 114 animals off the streets each week, new data reveals.
Unlicensed doggy daycare owner prosecuted
A Surrey-based doggy daycare owner has been prosecuted for operating her business without a licence.
Surrey coroner urges government to introduce dog-walking limits
Surrey's senior coroner has written to the government to call for a limit to the number and gross weight of dogs that can be walked by one person after the death of professional dog walker Natasha Johnston.
Chancellor confirms National Living Wage will increase next year
More than three million workers will receive a pay boost after the chancellor confirmed the National Living Wage will increase from £11.44 to £12.21 an hour from April 2025.
Surrey park to trial commercial dog walking licensing scheme
A new dog walking licensing scheme is to be piloted in Nonsuch Park, Surrey, starting in April 2025.
