Pets

Lockie the bloodhound needs a new home. Email northumberlandogrescue@gmail.com if youcan help

​Rescue dog of the week: Lockie the bloodhound

Research suggests that eight out of 10 dogs find it hard to be left on their own.

The 10 dog breeds that are most prone to this common condition

The hotel offers boarding as well as day care services.

Luxury dog hotel on 250 acres offers mud baths for furry friends

Rescue dogs Lexi and Dex get to know each other. Picture: Northumberland Dog Rescue.

​Hard work is really paying off with Northumberland rescue dog Lexi

Some common human foods can prove deadly to our dogs.

The 9 dangerous foods that you should never feed your dog

Thanks to support, the kennels were able to start and end 2024 with Lily, who brings joy to everybody she meets.

Rescue centre thanks supporters for help towards sick animals

Can you offer little Pax a home for life? Email northumberlandogrescue@gmail.com with your details.

​Rescue dog of the week: Pax, the Jack Russell

The launch of Scooby Brew. Pictured are Helen Hewitson (general manager The Bamburgh Castle Inn) , Amelia Dunn (general manager The Lindisfarne Inn) and Richie Miller (far right, area operations manager for The Inn Collection Group) with Alnwick Brewery staff. Picture: Northern Boy Photography

​Dog rescue charity proposes a toast to Scooby Brew!

Storm, a very active two-year-old dachshund, is seeking new owners. Can you help? Email northumberlandogrescue@gmail.com

Rescue dog of the week: Meet Storm

How to spot hypothermia in pets - Advice from vets as cold spell hits

Take a dip in the North Sea on New Year's Day for the Northumberland Dog Rescue charity.

​Take the plunge and join our New Year's Day Dip

For the third year running Northumberland Dog rescue will be holding their New Year’s Day Dip.

Northumberland Dog Rescue

Can you give Ralph a new home? Email northumberlandogrescue@gmail.com

​Rescue dog of the week: Ralph

All dressed up for Christmas!

​Win a 3-night stay in dog-friendly Northumberland cottage

If you can rehome Maz, email your details to northumberlandogrescue@gmail.com

Rescue dog of the week: ​Meet Maz!

The location of the proposed indoor training centre at the Northumberland Dog Rescue charity site.

Dog rescue charity needs building help

These are 10 of the most child-friendly breeds of dogs.

The 10 best dog breeds to choose if you have children

Boston terrier Arlo needs a new home.

Rescue dog of the week: Arlo

he ROLA Mini is available to buy from Enabot.

Enabot launches the ROLA Mini Companion Robot to revolutionize pet monitoring

Four-year-old Chief is a very affectionate boy.

​Rescue dog of the week: Chief

The proposed plot for the new doggy play park at Northumberland Dog Rescue - the plan is to remove the greenhouse.

​Can you help build a play park for Northumberland rescue dogs?

Skye, a Staffordshire bull terrier, is very people friendly and loves everyone.

Read all about dog rescue charity

The half price vacuum cleaner hailed as a 'lifesaver' by pet owners

Puppies for sale.

Puppies for sale in Northumberland after births surprise new owner

Rupert and Honey are champions at leaving dog hair everywhere

I tested a set of pet-hair cleaning products on my clothes and carpets

Bank-collie day hosted more dogs than ever at their most successful event yet. Image: Brian Eyler.

'Bank collie-day' hailed another success after hosting over 100 border collies

Some of the pooches at the Northumberland Dog Rescue needing homes.

Northumberland dogs for adoption amidst a rescue "crisis"

Gun dog champion. Gordon Nesbitt with Austin. Picture: Verity Johnson.

The Percy Hunt Dog and Hound Show saw many entries for a successful event

Herring gull chicks.

First herring gull chicks arrive

It will be the longest day this week and still not a lot of summer weather. We could do with the nights to be a little warmer as our duckling and gosling are ready to stay outside overnight. The trouble is, with the north wind the nights have been quite cool.

Pat Goff

Aldi’s Langham’s Doggy Ice Cream will be available in the freezer aisle.

Shoppers go wild for doggy ice cream in stores now

Rebecca's love for dogs led her to work with them and capture their charm.

Dog photographer celebrates a decade of her work

Richard, David and Tim.

Meet Walker & Drake, the dog food brand putting your dog’s diet first

Pepper can be quite shy around other dogs but the exception seems to be her friend Mabel.

Vote online for teen’s puppy pictures

Maureen and Maisy.

Dog owner fundraises to mend a puppy's broken heart

The walk from Craster to Dunstanburgh Castle.

Coastal walking route is named amongst the UK's best dog walking destinations

The dog park in Cramlington's Alexandra Park has closed temporarily. (Photo by Jane Coltman)

Dog park closes temporarily due to damage

Animal companions are an integral part of Christmas festivities for much of the nation.

Feliz Navi-dog: Morrisons unveils biggest supermarket festive pet range

Thomas, Kay and Angus are now living in Alnwick. Picture: Andy Craig Photography

Dog with specific skill set supporting Northumberland teenager

A dog-sitting service at Bamburgh Castle has proved popular.

Dog-sitting service proves a hit at Bamburgh Castle

The RSPCA received 215 reports of cruelty to dogs in Northumberland in 2022.

RSPCA statistics highlight county's dog cruelty issue

Mayo in his foster home. Picture: Cats Protection

Kitten rescued from certain death after getting head stuck in mayonnaise jar

The female dog, thought to be a Chihuahua cross, was found in Blyth.

Appeal for information after dog found abandoned in Blyth

Theresa Hipkin received a fine for failing to pick up after her dog, and Stephen Hipkin received a separate penalty for leaving a bag of dog poo on the ground. (Photo by ALESSANDRO RAMPAZZO/AFP via Getty Images).

Couple fined £408 each for separate dog poo related offences

Men are keener to cosy up with their pet than women, research found (photo: Adobe)

People would rather cuddle their pet than partner, study finds

Eric has been shortlisted for a national award.

North East rescue cat up for award

Alnorthumbria Vets will close its Amble branch on Friday.

Amble branch of Alnorthumbria Vets to close permanently

Alnorthumbria Veterinary Group has announced it will permanently close its Amble branch on Friday.

Craig Buchan

Two cygnets in care for several weeks have been released.

Cygnets released on to River Tweed by Berwick Swan and Wildlife Trust

Jack is being treated for chronic bronchitis.

Column: Our VIP (Very Important Pooch)

Harriet the leveret.

Ducklings head to a new home

Long-serving receptionists Lesley Martin and and Debbie Kent.

Boost for poorly pets as North Shields vet practice expands

Tyesha has found a new base for the charity - in a container.

Pet food bank saved after finding new home

Peak Edge Hotel: a relaxing dog friendly stay in the Peak District

Nancy was found to have a rare heart condition.

Puppy comes through surgery after a rare heart condition discovered

Celebrating Christmas across the North East with your Santa Paws pet pictures.

Countdown to Christmas with your Santa Paws pictures

Coby with his sausage and mash.

Pub launches menu for dogs

Taking your dog on holiday does them good (photo: Adobe)

Tips for taking your dog on holiday

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