Monthly Archives: December 2008
EU bans trade in dog and cat furs
The trade in cat and dog fur across Europe is outlawed following a nine-year campaign by a Scottish MEP. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and… Read more
Bull Breeds – Really They’re Just Great Big Pussy Cats
As we step forward into another year I thought, instead of my usual attempt to “rally the troops” or make everyone cry, Id take the time to look back over… Read more
Is The Kennel Club an Underground Cult?
Normally I wouldn’t need to ask such a bizarre question. But having just read the annual address from Kennel Club chairman Ronnie Irving I feel compelled to re-examine whether the… Read more
Guard dogs save Namibian cheetahs
A scheme using guard dogs to protect sheep and goats in Namibia is proving so successful that it has been exported to Kenya. Link to full story Latest Dog News… Read more
Greyhound Racing in Modern Britain
The International Society Against the Exploitations of Racing Animals – ISAERA – have produced an excellent video entitled Greyhound Racing in Modern Britain? (Part One). The video features Debra Rothery… Read more
Fire dog investigates 100th blaze
A specially-trained dog which is used to investigate the cause of major fires is hailed for his skills after he visited his 100th fire scene. Link to full story Latest… Read more
Dog owners get chocolate warning
Dog owners in Derby are being warned not to feed their pets chocolate meant for humans over the Christmas period. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine… Read more
Prince ‘struck dog’ claim inquiry
The RSPCA says it is looking at claims Prince Edward may have struck a Labrador with a walking stick in Norfolk. Advertisement: Leather Dog Collars Choose from designer high-end leather… Read more
Labrador guide dog ate £250 cash
A guide dog goes through more than £250 in notes over Christmas after developing a taste for money. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content… Read more
Puppy takes up new search dog job
A Dorset search and rescue charity is celebrating the arrival of a new canine recruit – 14-week-old springer spaniel puppy Bailey. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9… Read more
My Dog: An Irrational Purchase
written by Craig Towersey I guess most men get to a certain age and feel there is something missing in their lives, some sort of mid life event, sometimes referred… Read more
Rise in number of abandoned dogs
A dog’s home says it is struggling to cope with an increase in strays. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content aggregated by Dog News
Film fans ‘lapping up’ dog tale
Marley and Me, with Jennifer Aniston and Owen Wilson, tops North America’s Christmas Day film chart, reports suggest. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content… Read more
Dog and fox trapped in water pipe
Dorset fire crews are trying to rescue a Jack Russell and a fox trapped inside an underground water pipe. Advertisement: Leather Dog Collars Choose from designer high-end leather dog collars…. Read more
Post union plea over dog attacks
Police do not take dog attacks seriously enough after a postman was savaged by two rottweilers, union leaders say. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and… Read more
Downturn hits dog rescue centres
Dog rescue centres in Chichester are struggling because of Christmas and the economic downturn. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content aggregated by Dog News
Marley and Me Film Set to Raise Awareness for Rescue Dogs
The upcoming feature film for animal lovers, 20th Century Fox’s Marley & Me, hits theaters on Christmas Day. Recent history indicates the popularity of “Marley” will lead to an increase… Read more
Improving Dog Breeding Standards in the UK
What can we do to drive up the standards of dog breeding practices in the UK in order to improve canine health? Link to full story Latest Dog News from… Read more
The Weaknesses of the UK Dog Breeding Industry: What Can We Do?
In 2008 the issue of dog breeding standards could not have been more prominent. The topic, usually debated amongst a relatively small group made up of those either directly involved… Read more
Merry Christmas from DogMagazine.net
To all of our readers, supporters (and detractors) of this blog and K9 Magazine, we wish you a merry Christmas and hope you enjoy a truly propseperous 2009. There will… Read more
Mauled deer ‘found at golf clubs’
A number of golf clubs in the Glasgow area have reported finding dead deer in their grounds, the Scottish SPCA says. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9… Read more
Man injured and cat killed by dog
Police in Cumbria are trying to trace the owner of a dog that attacked a man and killed his cat. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine… Read more
Cat is mauled to death by terrier
Police are trying to trace the owner of a terrier-type dog that attacked a man in his garden and killed a cat. Link to full story Latest Dog News from… Read more
Keep Your Pets Safe This Christmas
Leading veterinary charity, PDSA, is urging pet owners to do a ‘pet safety audit’ of their homes this Christmas to identify and remove any dangers, so the whole family –… Read more
Have You Created Your Own K9 Magazine Coverstar Yet?
It seems a lot of people have knocked off work early for 2008. But for those of you who are stuck in the office, bored out of your mind, not… Read more
Man arrested after dog bites boy
A 29-year-old man is arrested after a dog, thought to be a Staffordshire bull terrier, bites a boy. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content… Read more
New Competition: Which Country Can Write the Worst Dangerous Dog Laws?
It’s a battle of the Auld enemy: England v Scotland, with Wales joining the English in this particular showdown. The aim, it seems, is to see which country can write… Read more
K9 Magazine’s Quiz of the Year 2008 – What Can YOU Remember?
It’s just for fun. No expensive premium rate phone numbers and no prizes other than the self satisfaction of knowing that you’ve been paying attention. To make it even easier,… Read more
Dutch Kennel Club in Rottweiler Breeding Experiment
Rottweilers, a breed of dog with an undeserved reputation for aggression have been subject to a breeding experiment overseen by the Dutch Kennel Club. The breed was the focal point… Read more
Reward for Princess’s missing dog
The Duchess of York issues an appeal for help in tracing her daughter Princess Beatrice’s missing dog, Max. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content… Read more
Elderly woman spends night in mud
A woman in her 80s spends the night stuck in mud after she became trapped while walking her dogs. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and… Read more
Christmas abandoned dogs warning
There has been a sharp rise in the number of dogs found abandoned in Derbyshire, a council reveals. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content… Read more
Animal lover leaves charities £7m
A dog lover from a village in Moray leaves millions of pounds to animal charities. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and Content aggregated by Dog… Read more
Man is jailed for police stabbing
A Somali translator who stabbed a policeman and his dog is jailed for nine years for grievous bodily harm. Link to full story Latest Dog News from K9 Magazine and… Read more
Dog Whisperer Cesar Millan Offers Canine Christmas Tips
During the busy festive season, it is important to be be on the look out for all the Christmas canine calamities that can occur. Here are some seasonal tips from… Read more
Parliamentary Group Calls For Written Evidence on Dogs
The Associate Parliamentary Group for Animal Welfare (APGAW) has now formed its working group on the welfare of pedigree dogs from 12 cross-party politicians and is ready to begin the… Read more
Family Face Penalty For Horrific Animal Cruelty
Woman and two daughters plead guilty of cruelty and receive fine over four thousand pounds Brent Magistrates court, London – The Mayhew Animal Welfare Officer’s attended court to witness the… Read more
Police investigate faeces attacks
Reports of dog faeces being smeared on door handles of cars parked in local roads around a business, is being investigated by Bishops Cleeve police. Link to full story Latest… Read more
