New tool will match you to your perfect dog breed

Wondering which breed of dog best suits your family? A new tool has been created to match you to your perfect breed – based on your lifestyle, home, personality and hobbies. Developed alongside veterinary surgeon and TV presenter Dr Paul Manktelow, it will ask questions about where you live, who you live with, how active…

7 Tips to Save Money on your Pets

The cost of living crisis continues to bite and many pet owners are feeling the pinch as pet food and insurance costs rise. But don't worry. In conjunction with Which? we've come up with 7 ways you can save money on your pet... 1. Switch to supermarket own-brand food Switching to the best-rated supermarket own-brand…

15 Cute Dog Photos to Brighten Your Day

Image: Carmen Saltnes Lopez There’s nothing quite like a series of cute dog photos to put a smile on your face which is why CEWE has released a collection of new images from its CEWE Photo Award - the world’s largest photo competition -  featuring these sweet snaps of our canine…

Golden Retriever is Top Dog on TikTok

Dogs have been man’s best friend since the domestication of the wolf during the late Mesolithic period. Since those times, we have been blessed by a plethora of dog breeds, selectively bred by humans for roles such as hunting, herding, and of course, companionship. In fact, The Kennel Club recognises 222 breeds of dog. Dogs are unsurprisingly…

Dog owners are happier – it’s official

Those with a dog have 69 per cent more ‘meaningful’ interactions (one-to-ones which boost their overall mood) than those without. That's according to a study of 2,004 adults which also found dog owners benefit from the simple act of walking their canine chum. Nearly one in three (31 per cent) feel less lonely when they…

1 in 4 pet owners created social media accounts for furry friends

A study of 2,000 cat and dog owners found that of those with pet social media accounts, 35 per cent set it up for their beloved animals to show them off to the world. While 34 per cent wanted to enjoy the positive reactions shared over their pets online. These pampered pets have an average…

1 in 3 dog owners had to ‘pup-size’ their car last year

More than a third of new dog-owning motorists had to ‘pup-size’ last year by buying a bigger or more practical car to accommodate their pets, according to new research. The pandemic saw a surge in interest in canine companions, with online puppy searches soaring by 115 per cent. A survey of 2,000 drivers with dogs…

It’s official – pets have positive effect on our health!

Pet owners feel their pets have a positive effect on their overall wellbeing, making them feel more content and relaxed. A poll of pet owners found their four-legged friends have a positive impact on their health (94 per cent), making them feel happier (89 per cent) and calmer (50 per cent). Nearly half also enjoy…

Britain’s dog owners set to spend £162 million on Canine Christmas

Britain’s dog owners are set to spend £162 million on their canine companions this Christmas as a thank you for their support helping get through the pandemic this year. A survey of 2,000 dog owners found almost three-quarters will be treating their animals during the festive season – spending an average of £21.92 per pet.…

It’s official – dogs are our number one pet

  Brits love their dogs more than any other pet Britain is officially a nation of dog lovers - after pet pooches beat cats in a poll to find the nation's 'ulti-mutt' pet. A study of 2,000 adults saw 51 per cent name man’s best friend as one of their favourite…