Pets

Rising figures for abandoned pets - Dermot Murphy, who heads the RSPCA frontline rescue teams, said: “We’re desperately concerned about the coming winter in North Yorkshire." (Picture contributed)

Shocking rise in number of abandoned pets in North Yorkshire

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

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

Owners offer a £1000 reward for anyone who can help find missing dogs Elvis and Bobo, in the Ripon area.

Ripon woman offers a £1,000 reward for help finding her missing dogs

Open to all friendly dogs, the Pup Up Christmas Café is to take place later this month in Harrogate as part of a Pure Pet Food UK tour. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate pet owners advised not to miss ‘Pup Up Christmas Cafe' this month

North Yorkshire Police have issued an image of a woman they would like to speak to following a dog being dangerously out of control in Harrogate. (Picture issued by North Yorkshire Police)

Dog attack: Harrogate police issue image of a woman in connection with incident

HECK! Oktoberfest 2023 invites North Yorkshire's finest Dachshund's to compete for the 'Golden Sausage'.

IN PICTURES: 11 fashion savvy sausage dogs ready to compete in ‘best dressed’

The HECK! sausage dog gets ready for the Octoberfest which will be held on Saturday, September 30 and includes a competition for the ‘Wiener Takes It All’ trophy. (Picture contributed)

Harrogate family’s event where sausage dogs are the stars this weekend

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

Pictured are dogs taking part in the Most Handsome Dog category.

Lovely images of the pets who took part in the Harrogate dog show over Easter

Located at 30 Commercial Street in Harrogate, Wave Aquariums officially opens on Saturday.

New shop to open in Harrogate’s home of independent retailers

Pet charity Blue Cross’s shop in Ripon is seeking donations of dog, cat and kitten food to be distributed to struggling families through Harrogate District Foodbank.

Charity links up with Harrogate Foodbank as cost of living crisis hits pets

Pictured from left are Labradors Sunny and Bear, Sausage Dog Frank and Staffie Cody, with Your Harrogate’s Nick Hancock, Harrogate BID Marketing and Business Executive Bethany Allen, and Harrogate BID Manager Matthew Chapman.

TV’s Yorkshire Vet Peter Wright to judge new Harrogate Dog Show

Expert tips for Crufts - Harrogate's master groomer, entrepreneur and TV presenter Verity Hardcastle, who was a judge on BBC TV’s Pooch Perfect.

Harrogate’s Crufts winner reveals secrets of good grooming for dogs

23 July 2021...... A Yorkshire Terrier scoops first prize during competition in the Leeds Championship Dog Show held at Harewood House. Picture Tony Johnson

Yorkshire terrier could end up on 'at watch list' after going out of fashion

Located at Stonefall Cemetery on Wetherby Road, Harrogate Pet Crematorium offers a 'dignified' goodbye.

New pet crematorium opens in Harrogate to offer a 'dignified service' to owners

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

Neo, a Knaresborough couple’s beloved two-year-old British Shorthaired cat now has his vision – and quality of life – back thanks to Veterinary Vision.

Knaresborough cat has his sight restored by pioneering surgery

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

Tips for taking your dog on holiday

Top dog - Lovely black Labrador Pluto who has won an award with his owner Harrogate nurse Maria Cartwright.

Harrogate nurse's dog who 'saved family from falling apart' wins award

There are many ways to include your dog at your wedding (photo: Adobe)

Dogs take on special wedding roles

International Cat Day is on August 8

Expert's guide to feeding fussy felines

More than a third of surveyed Brits refuse to dine at a restaurant that doesn’t accept pets (photo: Adobe)

Dining out with dogs - how our pets shape our social lives

Warning to dog owners over toxic algae that can ‘kill in 15 minutes’

The winner will get to take £4,000 worth of holidays and win a doggy bag full of treats (photo: Canine Cottages)

Your dog could win you £4,000 worth of UK holidays

India will have some new guests next month, with cheetahs set to return to the plains

First News: Cheetahs set to return to India

Encore’s Beef selection is thought to contain small pieces of metal (Photo: Adobe)

Warning to pet owners as dog food urgently recalled for containing metal

Experts have revealed the benefits of pets sleeping on the bed

Experts reveal why pets sleeping on our bed can cure insomnia and improve comfor...

Here are some money saving tips for pet owners

Money saving tips for pet owners

How to cut the cost of looking after a much loved pet

Watch for these symptoms of sunstroke in dogs, and how to prevent it happening

Rex and Daisy cool off in the pool at doggy day care Bruce's (photo: Bruce's)

Are these pooches the coolest pups in the UK?

Motorists are reminded to keep an extra eye on their pets as temperatures rise (photo: Adobe)

Advice for motorists travelling with pets in hot weather

English bulldogs should be banned over health issues, experts warn

When it all gets a bit much and you sneak off for a dog nap....

These irresistible puppy pics are sure to make you smile...

Dog owners warned against sharing bed with their pets due to ‘untreatable superb...

Could you give up your beloved pet dog? (photo: adobe)

Will you be forced to give up your pet as cost of owning a dog rises

Allowing your dog to sleep in your bed can have health benefits (photo: Adobe)

Six health benefits of sleeping with your dog

Here's how owning a dog can seriously improve your health

Animals can always rely on help from PDSA

PDSA helping pets and dispensing vital advice

Large hutch with run is ideal for rabbits (photo: Quench Studios)

PDSA advice on how to look after your pet rabbit

Two more dogs have died in the UK after contracting Alabama rot (Photo: Adobe)

Warning to dog owners over deadly flesh-eating disease as more pets killed

Becoming a ‘petfluencer’ can be a big part of being a pet owner (photo: Adobe)

Pampered pets are 'top dog' online - exploring the world of the 'petfluencer'

Cats must be microchipped before they reach the age of 20 weeks (Photo: Shutterstock)

Cat owners must microchip pets under new law or face huge fine

Enrichment toys and games will keep your dog busy (photo: Caspar Camille Rubin on Unsplash)

How to keep your dog's mind in good shape

Dogs and humans enjoy a special bond

Crufts: why do dogs and humans bond so well?

Crufts: is this the most expensive dog breed to insure?

Crufts: the 5 most expensive dog breeds to insure