Dog insurance costs have risen at twice the rate of inflation in the past five years
Some popular breeds of dog now cost owners more than £1,000 a year to insure
French Bulldogs, Boxers and Rottweilers are among the most expensive to insure
Four in ten pet owners avoid taking pets to the vet due to anxiety around the cost
10 Things Not to Do When Training Your New Puppy, According to Experts
On 5/12/21 at 7:00 PM EDT
Most people have the best intentions when training a new puppy, but there are some common traps that should be avoided if you want an obedient four-legged friend.
When lockdowns were brought in last March, many people searched for a comforting companion to buckle down with, prompting an increase in puppy purchases and adoptions. A total of 3.2 million households in the U.K. have acquired a pet since the start of the pandemic, according to the Pet Food Manufacturers Association.
Many new dog owners will embark on dog training with all the right resources, but it can be confusing to keep up with the sheer amount of advice offered by books, blogs and dog experts.
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Charity s warning over rogue Ayrshire puppy farms and lockdown pet buying
The Scottish SPCA s Ayrshire branch is keen to make sure potential new owners are not left heartbroken or left counting the cost.
These poor wee pups were thankfully rescued by officers in a case from outwith Ayrshire (Image: Submitted/Ayrshire Post)
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The 15 Most Popular Large Dog Breeds of 2020
On 4/15/21 at 7:00 AM EDT
There s a reason why dogs are called man s best friend. Not only do they provide company, they re entertaining, loving and bring us joy when times are difficult.
When lockdowns were brought in last March, many people started working from home, sparking an increase in puppy purchases and adoptions. A total of 3.2 million households in the U.K. have acquired a pet since the start of the pandemic, according to the Pet Food Manufacturers Association.
In the U.S., animal rescue centers across the country saw a spike in adoptions and foster applications at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as sales. So which are the most popular large breeds of dog in 2020? Here s the rundown according to the American Kennel Club.