Dogs First News Today

Dog-owners country-wide claim they’re under attack from a rising number of council-backed restrictions on canines in public places. And some are starting to bite back

A post-Covid rise in dog ownership has meant both a pushback against badly behaved dogs and a need for dog parks where dogs can be exercised off-lead, trained and socialise

Led by Northumberland County Council, the Lottery is a weekly draw which benefits community groups across Northumberland. In its first year almost 65,000 tickets have been sold and £8,475 has been paid out in cash prizes ranging from £25 to £250, whilst one player won £2,000. A total of £38,919 has been raised for good causes, with more than 100 community groups signed up to the initiative. Pat Heard of Dogs First in Cramlington. Tickets for the lottery cost £1 a week and up to 60% of eac...