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Dog mum-of-two ditches events career to open pet care service in Sidcup

Dog mum-of-two ditches events career to open pet care service in Sidcup

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Blue green algae, or cyanobacteria, are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be harmful and potentially fatal to pets

Dog owners issued warning over potentially fatal toxic algae

Shocking number of complaints about dog poo in Bexley

Shocking number of complaints about dog poo in Bexley

Shocking number of complaints about dog poo in Bexley

Stephen Lawrence’s body will be returned to the UK from Jamaica 31 years after his racist murder, his mother Doreen Lawrence said.

Stephen Lawrence’s body will be returned to the UK from Jamaica 31 years after his racist murder, his mother Doreen Lawrence said.

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Body of Stephen Lawrence to be returned to UK from Jamaica 31 years after murder

Number of dog poo complaints in Greenwich revealed

Number of dog poo complaints in Greenwich revealed

All the complaints about dog poo in Greenwich revealed

Can dogs get sunburnt? How to prevent it

Can dogs get sunburnt? How to prevent it

Can dogs get sunburnt? PDSA shares advice for pet owners

John's dog Daisy and his hand injury

John's dog Daisy and his hand injury

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Man, 83, forced to carry dead dog home after it was mauled by XL Bully in Charlton

The number of XL Bully dogs in Charlton revealed

The number of XL Bully dogs in Charlton revealed

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The number of XL Bully dogs in Charlton revealed

XL Bully dogs approved to live in Thamesmead

XL Bully dogs approved to live in Thamesmead

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The number of XL Bully dogs in Thamesmead revealed

The postcodes with the highest number of XL Bullies in south east London

The postcodes with the highest number of XL Bullies in south east London

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The postcodes with the highest number of XL Bullies in south east London

All you need to know about Weil's disease from symptoms to treatments available

All you need to know about Weil's disease from symptoms to treatments available

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All you need to know about Weil's disease from symptoms to treatments available

Cow hit by police car twice in Staines-upon-Thames

Cow hit by police car twice in Staines-upon-Thames

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Surrey Police officer who drove into loose cow twice 'removed from frontline duties'

The new Royal Mail stamp collection will feature dog breeds like the Border Collie and Corgi

The new Royal Mail stamp collection will feature dog breeds like the Border Collie and Corgi

Royal Mail releases new stamp collection featuring the UK's favourite dog breeds

Suspected XL Bully found dead near park in Lewisham

Suspected XL Bully found dead near park in Lewisham

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Pregnant dog suspected to be XL Bully found dead in bag near park in Lewisham

Almost 100 cats were found at the house

Almost 100 cats were found at the house

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Almost 100 black cats found at abandoned Dartford house - with 52 rescued so far

What should I do if my neighbour's dog is barking excessively?

What should I do if my neighbour's dog is barking excessively?

What to do if your neighbour's dog won't stop barking

Tibetan Mastiffs, Newfoundland and Mastiffs top the list of most expensive dogs to own over its lifetime.

Tibetan Mastiffs, Newfoundland and Mastiffs top the list of most expensive dogs to own over its lifetime.

The UK's top 20 most expensive (and most affordable) dog breeds to own revealed

Dogs can have hay fever symptoms including sneezing, like humans

Dogs can have hay fever symptoms including sneezing, like humans

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Can dogs get hay fever? Symptoms to look out for and how to prevent it

Ticks are tiny, spider-like creatures which feed on the blood of animals and humans

Ticks are tiny, spider-like creatures which feed on the blood of animals and humans

Cotswolds Cats and Dogs Home

Vet issues Lyme Disease warning to all dog owners amid tick season - how to spot

“I’m left with a hideous scar on my face. It’s just ruined my life, because it will never be the same now.

“I’m left with a hideous scar on my face. It’s just ruined my life, because it will never be the same now.

Sausage dog 'ruins mums life' after mauling and eating her face in attack

'My Erith flat fire destroyed everything I own - but my dog came out unharmed'

'My Erith flat fire destroyed everything I own - but my dog came out unharmed'

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'My Erith flat fire destroyed everything I own - but my dog came out unharmed'

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Lewisham man starved puppy of food and water leaving it 'emaciated'

The cute and hilarious pets of south east London to celebrate this National Pet Day

The cute and hilarious pets of south east London to celebrate this National Pet Day

National Pet Day

The cute and hilarious pets of south east London to celebrate this National Pet Day

Meet the south London mum with eight dogs and an ice cream van just for pups

Meet the south London mum with eight dogs and an ice cream van just for pups

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Meet the south London mum with eight dogs and an ice cream van just for pups

Dog-friendly pubs in London

Dog-friendly pubs in London

The five best dog-friendly south east London pubs to celebrate National Puppy Day

Stock image of an XL Bully dog

Stock image of an XL Bully dog

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Dog thought to be XL bully shot in south London after four people hurt in attack

The young dog was discovered by members of the public washed up on the shores of the Thames at around 12.30pm on March 17 near to the Royal Victoria Gardens

The young dog was discovered by members of the public washed up on the shores of the Thames at around 12.30pm on March 17 near to the Royal Victoria Gardens

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Owner search after lurcher-type dog found washed up on Thames shore near Woolwich

Mujinya-Motima brought Shiloh's lifeless body to the Blue Cross animal hospital in Victoria on October 23, 2023

Mujinya-Motima brought Shiloh's lifeless body to the Blue Cross animal hospital in Victoria on October 23, 2023

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South London woman let dog starve - weighing just 5.8kg when it died

The new rule for cat owners will soon be in line with compulsory dog microchipping in the UK

The new rule for cat owners will soon be in line with compulsory dog microchipping in the UK

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Cat owners given 3 month warning to avoid £500 fine ahead of new legislation

Some essential oils, cigarettes and various plants are among some of the things that you could be having lying around the house and not even realise that they could cause harm to your furry friend.

Some essential oils, cigarettes and various plants are among some of the things that you could be having lying around the house and not even realise that they could cause harm to your furry friend.

Vet issues warning over one surprising household item that may be deadly to pets

Direct Line has been keeping track of dog thefts in the UK since 2015.

Direct Line has been keeping track of dog thefts in the UK since 2015.

The most stolen breeds of dog in the UK as shocking new figures released

Have you seen these dangerous animals in London?

Have you seen these dangerous animals in London?

Neighbours pet sound funny? It could be a Savannah Cat - London's dangerous pets

The kitten was found in Armagh Road, Bow

The kitten was found in Armagh Road, Bow

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Kitten found dead in plastic bag on London street in 'extremely upsetting discovery'

Frances Bacon from The Conquering Hero pub

Frances Bacon from The Conquering Hero pub

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Much-loved celebrity pig with from family-owned south London pub dies

Owners are urged to check for skin lesions and wash pets after muddy walks to reduce the risk

Owners are urged to check for skin lesions and wash pets after muddy walks to reduce the risk

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Every case of deadly dog disease Alabama Rot in south London amid surge

All pet cats in England will need to be microchipped and registered on a database from June 10, 2024

All pet cats in England will need to be microchipped and registered on a database from June 10, 2024

Do you need to microchip your cat and what happens if you don't?

Cheeky nine-year-old Weimaraner, Velma, can be seen trying to get her owner’s attention by skilfully pressing a Ring Video Doorbell.

Cheeky nine-year-old Weimaraner, Velma, can be seen trying to get her owner’s attention by skilfully pressing a Ring Video Doorbell.

Watch hilarious moment dog is caught pressing doorbell after getting locked out

Local charity Missing Paw UK were called to Halcot Avenue at around 6.35pm on January 18 to recover

Local charity Missing Paw UK were called to Halcot Avenue at around 6.35pm on January 18 to recover

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‘No police investigation’ into XL Bully found dead in crate in Bexleyheath

The young female dog – believed to be just six to nine months old – was discovered in a large metal crate on a patch of grass in Halcot Avenue last Wednesday

The young female dog – believed to be just six to nine months old – was discovered in a large metal crate on a patch of grass in Halcot Avenue last Wednesday

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RSPCA appeal after 'bloodstained' XL Bully found dead in crate in Bexleyheath

Local charity Missing Paw UK were called to Halcot Avenue at around 6.35pm on January 18 to recover the dog’s body

Local charity Missing Paw UK were called to Halcot Avenue at around 6.35pm on January 18 to recover the dog’s body

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Young XL bully dog found dead in cage on Bexleyheath street

The festive pups in south east London this Christmas

The festive pups in south east London this Christmas

All the festive pups in south east London this Christmas

Vets have shared that feeding their dog gravy or mince pies could be toxic to them.

Vets have shared that feeding their dog gravy or mince pies could be toxic to them.

Vets warn to not feed your dog these toxic treats this Christmas

The team at Lost Dog Recovery UK South received a call from a passerby who spotted her and they organised a stakeout of the area to uncover the truth.

The team at Lost Dog Recovery UK South received a call from a passerby who spotted her and they organised a stakeout of the area to uncover the truth.

'Long lost' dog found alive and well in the woods 6 years after going missing

XL Bully dogs will soon be banned

XL Bully dogs will soon be banned

American Bully XL

Government warns XL Bully owners of two week deadline to make pets legal

Believe it or not, your dog could be rolling in mud because of this adorable reason

Believe it or not, your dog could be rolling in mud because of this adorable reason

3 reasons your dog loves to roll in the mud when outdoors (one is adorable)

Vets at Linnaeus-owned Eastcott Veterinary Referrals in Swindon, Wiltshire were able to restore Eve's eyesight following a careful operation.

Vets at Linnaeus-owned Eastcott Veterinary Referrals in Swindon, Wiltshire were able to restore Eve's eyesight following a careful operation.

Meet the UK's saddest puppy who couldn't stop crying before her lifechanging op

After forgetting to empty the bin, Murphy's owner came home to find that his dog had dragged all of the trash out.

After forgetting to empty the bin, Murphy's owner came home to find that his dog had dragged all of the trash out.

WATCH: Guilty dog can’t look its owner in the eye after making a mess

Three highly trained dogs sniff out dangerous Japanese Knotweed on the M25

Three highly trained dogs sniff out dangerous Japanese Knotweed on the M25

Three highly trained dogs sniff out dangerous Japanese Knotweed on the M25

The government enforced the ban following a number of attacks and deaths from the breed.

The government enforced the ban following a number of attacks and deaths from the breed.

More than 200 XL bully dogs will be destroyed this year, reports charities

American XL Bully owners must either register their dogs for an exemption or have their dogs euthanised.

American XL Bully owners must either register their dogs for an exemption or have their dogs euthanised.

American Bully XL

XL Bully owners can now register their dogs for exemption - How it works

A kitten was saved from a car engine follow a five-hour rescue mission.

A kitten was saved from a car engine follow a five-hour rescue mission.

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Kitten’s life saved by firefighter after getting stuck in Woolwich car engine

The £2,500 Greenhithe American XL bully pups being sold ahead of breed ban

The £2,500 Greenhithe American XL bully pups being sold ahead of breed ban

The £2,500 Greenhithe American XL bully pups being sold ahead of breed ban

If you're dreading Bonfire Night for the sake of your pets this year, you are not alone

If you're dreading Bonfire Night for the sake of your pets this year, you are not alone

OPINION: I'm a new dog owner - Bonfire Night is filling me with dread

If you're one of those pet owners that are dreading the loud noises that come hand in hand with November 5, we might have some answers for you. ( PA)

If you're one of those pet owners that are dreading the loud noises that come hand in hand with November 5, we might have some answers for you. ( PA)

10 top tips to keep your dog calm this Bonfire Night