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To avoid chaos and added stress this festive season, a dog trainer has shared a method that will save your tree.Pet owners should follow this handy trick to keep their dogs away from the Christmas tree.(Image: Getty Images)Pet owners who are worried about their Christmas tree being attacked by their beloved pets this year are being urged to follow a dog trainer’s handy trick. Taking to social media, the expert has found a way to make your dog “ignore” the tree this festive season.As we enter into December, many households will be excited to listen to some festive tune as…

From tiny Chihuahuas to huge Saint Bernards, dogs come in all shapes and sizes! But they didn’t always lie on our sofas and wear Christmas jumpers. In fact, it’s hard to believe that the ancestors of our beloved pooches were wild animals – wolves. So how did wolves end up living in our houses?When were dogs domesticated? Dogs are the earliest domesticated species. However, the exact timing of when this domestication occurred remains unclear and is still being researched. Evidence suggests that around 30,000 years ago, during the last ice age, a now-extinct population of grey wolves began the process…

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and moreStay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more You’ve been planning their special day for weeks. You’ve sourced personalised gifts and stocked up on their favourite snacks. The birthday cake (baked according to their very specific dietary requirements) is resplendent with candles. Even the decorations are illustrated with tiny artistic renditions of their face. But then the day…

Paul RinconScience editor, BBC News websiteGetty ImagesA study of dog DNA has shown that our “best friend” in the animal world may also be our oldest one.The analysis reveals that dog domestication can be traced back 11,000 years, to the end of the last Ice Age.This confirms that dogs were domesticated before any other known species.Our canine companions were widespread across the northern hemisphere at this time, and had already split into five different types.Despite the expansion of European dogs during the colonial era, traces of these ancient indigenous breeds survive today in the Americas, Asia, Africa and Oceania.The research…

So, thank you to all the men, women and animals who have served and continue to serve in all branches of the U.S. military. Enjoy these stories that attest to your bravery and dedication.The nose knows: Training elite military working dogs: Special forces canines are a breed unto themselves, and so are many of their trainers. Meet a former Navy SEAL, then and now a dog trainer, who cultivates a unique combination of olfactory skill and hunt drive in special forces canines.A canine hero’s remarkable PTSD journey: Many soldiers are stricken with PTSD upon their return from active combat duty,…

Every dog owner should know about these pup-friendly foods that offer a wealth of benefitsThere are some foods that can make your dog live longer(Image: Getty Images / ©Sally Anscombe 2020)A veterinarian has revealed five lesser-known foods that dog owners should consider adding to their pets’ diets to address various health concerns.Ash, a vet with seven years of experience, frequently shares valuable tips on her @dogmommie1 TikTok account. In a recent video, she highlighted five foods “every dog owner should be aware of”. While the advice offers useful insights, she emphasized that for specific guidance tailored to your pet, consulting…

Few individuals can blame their unem­ployment on a baseball player’s hitting prowess. But one breed of curly-coated dogs can make that claim — the Portuguese Water Dog. Back in 2000, the San Francisco Giants needed individuals who could retrieve the long foul balls and home runs that batters would send beyond Pacific Bell Stadium’s right-field fence and into McCovey Cove, an inlet of the San Francisco Bay. Comedian Don Novello thought that Portuguese Water Dogs would be perfect for the job, and he worked with a local animal rescue, Pets in Need, to station the dogs in McCovey Cove during…

Dog owners might be very used to doing one thing with their pets – but it could end in a big health upsetMany are unsure how best to protect both their pets and families from potential Salmonella exposure(Image: Getty)Brits might consider Salmonella to be a bacteria you pick up on holiday or, rarely, if you cook something dodgy at home. And it is definitely not something pet owners may think they can get from their dog – or their dog food.However, it turns out Salmonella can actually spread from contaminated dog food to humans. This week, dog owners were warned…

According to 2021 registration statistics, the Norwegian Lundehund is the rarest and least popular dog breed, ranking 197 of 197 breeds. But there’s still a hole lot to love about this dog. A dozen or so years ago, potty-mouthed TV chef Gordon Ramsay visited Iceland for his first taste of puffin. With its orange beak and tuxedoed body, the puffin resembles a sort of airborne penguin. But despite its cartoonishly charming appearance, this seabird has been on the menu in Iceland and parts of Norway for centuries. “Very creamy, slightly gamey, a little bit salty,” Ramsay said approvingly, poking around…

People have been told to stop and think before they do anything they may regretSophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer06:47, 30 Oct 2025Thousands of pets are being abandoned, it is being warned(Image: Getty)People who are set to bring a new puppy home have been issued a warning by a dog behavioural expert. The fresh message of caution comes as research shows 6 in 10 new owners say they were unprepared, with 1 in 4 admitting they’ve considered rehoming or giving up their puppy in the early weeks.The new research by puppy training app Zigzag, reveals a growing ‘puppy blues’ crisis…