Dog attacks in England up 22%
Dog attacks in England have increased by 22% in the past two years, with some areas seeing attacks soar by more than 60%, new data reveals.
‘Smash-and-grab’ burglary at Worksop dog grooming business
A dog grooming business in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, was the target of a 'smash-and-grab' burglary on 19 September.
Dangerous dog owners evading jail, figures show
Owners of dangerous dogs are being spared jail by the courts, a new Freedom of Information reveal.
Hatfield boarding business successfully prosecuted
Glendee Boarding Kennels and Cattery in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, has been successfully prosecuted by Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council for not having the required licence.
‘Notorious’ dog walker under strict court order after dog attacks
A Brighton dog walker whose animals repeatedly attacked people and their pets has been placed under a strict court order that, if broken, will result in a prison sentence.
MP introduces bill to tackle dog-on-dog attacks
Anna Firth, MP for Southend West, is aiming to introduce a new law to criminalise fatal dog-on-dog attacks.
Man fined after dog died in hot van at Hertfordshire kennels
A man who left a dog inside a van on a hot day for two hours outside a Hertfordshire boarding kennels has been fined after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering after the pet died.
A1 Kennels and Cattery centre of slavery investigation
A1 Kennels and Cattery, based on Gatherley Road in Brompton on Swale, North Yorkshire, is at the centre of an investigation into modern slavery.
Ellesmere Port dog boarding business prosecuted
Home from Home Dog Retreat in Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, has been prosecuted this week (29 March) at Chester Magistrates Court.
Cotswold boarder convicted of causing unnecessary harm
A Cotswold dog boarder has been prosecuted for offences relating to the Animal Welfare Act following the death of a dog in her care.