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Kittens abandoned in Derbyshire. Picture: RSPCA

Number of animals being abandoned in Dorset soaring, says RSPCA

THE number of animals being abandoned in Dorset has soared in 2023, according to new figures. Animal welfare charity the…

Proposed rules on dogs in public places revealed in Dorset Council papers

PROPOSED restrictions on dogs in public places – including a maximum lead length of 2m and a standardised beach…

MP Tobias Ellwood at Poole care home to help judge dog show entries

MP Tobias Ellwood traded voting on laws for judging the best in show at a Poole dog show. The Conservative…

PICTURES: Pooch prizes handed out at care home dog show

PRIZE pooches went on parade to the delight of care home residents in Ferndown – while raising money for…

Have your say over dog orders in Dorset public spaces – including beaches

PEOPLE are being urged to have their say over where and when dogs should be allowed in Dorset’s public…

Celebration of Dogs Day in Ferndown – plus launch of doggy foodbank

A DOGS Day celebration in Ferndown will not only praise our pooches, but launch a new canine food bank…

Are you available for our Arlo and Archie?

Hello, We are Arlo and Archie – we both live here at Waggy Tails and are both hoping that…

Solicitors – and their dogs – get muddy for a good cause

A TEAM of solicitors – and their furry friends – got muddy for a good cause. Fundraisers from Ellis Jones…

New employee Ron is top dog at firm

by Lorraine Gibson. When his latest recruit turned up for work four years late, panting for breath and covered in…

Is beautiful Baloo looking for you?

Hello, I am Baloo. I am a three-year-old neutered Border Collie. I am a big gentle dog, friendly to strangers…