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Image source, Siobhan Brennan-Raymond/GeographImage caption, The dog’s grave is currently located at the former home of the Dambusters squadron at what was RAF ScamptonArticle InformationAuthor, Alex MossRole, BBC News1 June 2023Historic England has said plans to move a grave honouring the Dambusters’ dog would cause harm to the “heritage significance” of RAF Scampton.The 617 Squadron’s mascot, a Labrador, died on the day of the famous “bouncing bomb” raid on German dams in 1943.Plans to move the grave from the former RAF base in Lincolnshire to the squadron’s current base in Norfolk have attracted hundreds of objections.A public consultation on the…

You’ve finally adopted an adorable dog to join your family. You’re ready to take him home with you, but there’s one step left: Picking out the perfect name. It’s hard to come up with the right option on the spot — what name will perfectly capture your dog’s unique personality? We’ve done the hard work for you and compiled this list of some of the best boy dog names out there, from cute food names for dogs to dog names from movies. Whether your dog is big or small, athletic or a couch potato, we have the perfect name for…

A Dog’s life indeed! Pet owners are spoiling their posh pooches more than ever — even spending $10,000 on a plane ticket for their furry friend, per the New York Post.According to BARK Air president Michael Novotny, the airline has flown more than 1,000 dogs on 142 flights, resulting in $6 million in revenue. (A flight from New York to Fort Lauderdale is roughly $900, while a flight to L.A. is about $2,800; prices are much higher when flying overseas.)“We have taken a 200-pound Bernese Mountain Dog and Yorkies,” he shares with The Post. “We get to know every dog,…

Sarah Scanlan, Kelsey Monstrola  |  USA TODAYHappy National Dog Day! The numbers don’t lie: Americans love their dogs. According to Forbes, more than 65 million U.S. households have a dog, making pooches the most popular pet in the country. But which breeds have the most hearts in America in 2025? Drawing from millions of pet profiles and a nationwide survey, Rover, an online marketplace for pet care, is out with its annual report of the most popular, trending, and rarest dog breeds of 2025.Rover’s list differs from other rankings like the one from the American Kennel Club, the world’s largest registry…

‘I had no idea the conditions that these dogs lived in before they were rescued and adopted’ If you’ve ever been moved by heartwarming social media posts showing rescue dogs transforming from frightened, malnourished animals to happy, healthy family members, you might be curious about what that journey looks like from the pup’s perspective. In her book, Rescue Tails, Paws It Forward foster parent Darcy Nybo gives readers a unique glimpse into the lives of ten rescue dogs, telling their stories from their point of view.  For many readers, Rescue Tails has been an eye-opening experience. “I had not put…

Pet parents often witness situations where their dogs protect them from danger. In this Instagram video, the owner shares a similar story about how her Pit Bull, Molly, was a “brave girl.” She saves her family’s life in a pretty unconventional way, but obviously, she still deserves praise and love for being brave. In the caption, the uploader calls the pet their “GUARD DOG,” and mentions in the clip that it was quite unexpected.Owner shares how their Pit Bull saved their life in videoIn a cute and funny video on Instagram, an owner shares how their Pit Bull named Molly…

Every year, the AKC publishes its list of breed rankings by popularity, based on registration statistics. 2022, the top 10 least popular breeds were: Popularity is based on registration, not on which breed is the most entertaining, smartest, or best-looking. Breed popularity doesn’t mean that one breed is better than another, so don’t feel slighted if your favorite hovers near the bottom of the list. It’s not always easy to figure out why some breeds are so often among the bottom ten, but there are often many factors that contribute. In some cases, it may be the breed is rare…

Join the National Library for a paw-sitive reading experience with the Story Dogs program. Trained volunteers and their accredited dogs create a nurturing environment where children can enjoy a range of stories in a relaxed environment. This unique program aims to make reading fun, helping children enjoy books and to become confident, lifelong readers. Young people aged 7 to 12 are invited to enjoy stories and pats as they sit with a friendly reader and attentive dogs, just outside our Bookshop in the Foyer.   Very small children (under 7) can listen to the stories and pat the dogs with…

Dogs often love food, but only some will come to like green vegetables. This Alaskan Malamute proves that broccoli is just that, a tasty snack that he can munch on. In the Instagram video, the owner shows what life is like with an “always hungry” dog. The furbaby’s hilarious antics have left the viewers in splits.Owner shares broccoli with ‘always hungry’ Alaskan Malamute in cute videoIn a cute and funny dog video on Instagram, an Alaskan Malamute named Naga is labeled as being “always hungry” by his owner. It’s because the canine doesn’t care if the food is his favorite…

This year’s Clutha District Council Heritage & Environment Community Service Award went to a team whose commitment to recreation spaces and local history has made a lasting impact on their town — Milton Area Promotions. The MAP charity has worked to improve local infrastructure, foster pride and protect local heritage since 2005, and last year it turned a decade-long dream into reality with the creation of a dog park. Volunteers cleared dense overgrowth, removed 23 trailer-loads of debris, sourced rocks for ground features, spread mulch and shaped the land by sweat and hand. They marshalled help from local contractors, many…