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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Time of India
Pet dog licence enforcement drive begins
Lucknow: The Lucknow Municipal Corporation launched a licence verification drive for pet dogs in areas like Lohia Park, Virat Khand, Vishal Khand and 1090 Crossing on Saturday morning. During the inspection, six dog owners were fined a total of Rs 30,000 for not having valid licences. Six new licences were issued on the spot, and the total collection of Rs 34,400 was deposited into the LMC treasury. Two dogs — a Golden Retriever and a German Mastiff — were taken into custody and released after fines were paid. The enforcement and dog-catching teams, along with other municipal staff, took part in the operation. Some residents attempted to avoid inspection or persuade officials, while others showed proper documents such as licences and vaccination certificates. LMC officials said that notices would be issued to those who avoided the verification. LMC estimates around 10,000 pet dogs in the city. As per rules, a dog licence is required and is given only after submission of a rabies vaccination certificate and an affidavit confirming compliance with the Dog Control By-laws, 2003. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Dr Abhinav Verma, animal welfare officer, advised pet owners to obtain licences and follow rules during dog walks, including the use of mouth guards and scoopers. "Pet owners can apply for licences online at the LMC website or visit the Animal Welfare Office in Lalbagh on working days. The LMC corporation will continue these checks from time to time," Verma added.
Newsweek
12 hours ago
- Health
- Newsweek
Owner Goes on 5-Day Trip—Nothing Could Have Prepared Her for Dog's Reaction
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A dog owner has shared what happened the first time she left her dog for a vacation, and the things she would do differently next time. Jenny, 42, from Davao City in the Philippines, had been planning a five-day trip with her husband, their first in five years. To ease the separation, she made sure Chief, her 3-year-old Golden Retriever, stayed home in a familiar environment surrounded by family and their other dogs. "We thought leaving him with family would be fine," Jenny, who didn't give a surname, told Newsweek. "My son, brother, and sister-in-law were here—we all live in the same compound. We also thought that since he had his pack, Scout, our 11-month-old Shih Tzu, and Bruce, our 11-year-old senior mixed dog, he'd be okay. We left some sweaty clothes so he'd have our scent, scheduled video calls... We really thought he'd be fine." But just two days into their trip, Chief began vomiting repeatedly. After the seventh episode, Jenny's brother-in-law rushed him to the only 24-hour vet clinic available in the area. The vets initially suspected he had ingested a foreign object and began discussing potential surgery. Chief the dog, who recently spent time away from his owners for the first time. Chief the dog, who recently spent time away from his owners for the first time. halfglass-cat/Reddit Jenny recalled her concern and instinct that something wasn't right. She pushed to pause surgery and instead take Chief to his regular vet for a check up. The diagnosis from Chief's regular vet came as a shock: stress-induced gastroenteritis, likely triggered by separation anxiety. "After a battery of tests and meds, the standing diagnosis was gastroenteritis due to separation anxiety. I was so relieved that surgery was off the table. I knew chicken would coax him back to health, and true enough, he started eating once they gave him roasted chicken," Jenny said. What is Dog Separation Anxiety? Separation anxiety is a behavioral disorder where dogs experience significant distress when separated from their owner. Symptoms include excessive barking, whining, howling, destruction, house soiling and signs of psychological distress like panting, salivating and vomiting. While the causes of separation anxiety in dogs aren't always clear, there are factors believed to contribute. These include genetic and biological predispositions, environmental or life changes and hyper-attachment to the owner. There are ways to help prevent and deal with separation anxiety in dogs. Experts advise: Don't make a big deal about leaving. Don't make a big deal about returning home. Give the dog breaks throughout the day so it's away from you. Teach the dog the art of doing nothing and how to self-soothe. Spend quality time together, along with the breaks. Read more Woman feeds Dog common treat—then every owner's worst nightmare unfolds Woman feeds Dog common treat—then every owner's worst nightmare unfolds Thankfully, after being diagnosed and helped to settle down, Chief started feeling better, and the couple were able to start to enjoy their vacation 72 hours after it started. Looking back, Jenny recalled advice from a trainer that Chief might be overly attached to them. "One of his trainers once told us that Chief was 'extra' when we were around—that he might be too attached. He even suggested trying a day without us, just to help him adjust. But we never had the heart to leave him with strangers," she said. The incident cost the family around ₱28,000 ($489) in vet bills and travel to and from the hospital. But Jenny said that that the emotional toll, and the helplessness of not being there for Chief, was far worse. She shared their ordeal on Reddit, where she wanted to warn other pet owners about separation anxiety in pets. "He wasn't just missing us—his body literally couldn't handle the stress," Jenny wrote in the post, which amassed hundreds of upvotes since being shared last month. "If you're planning to leave your pet for the first time, especially if you're their whole world, please consider emotional prep as part of your planning." "I wanted to share our story because so many people love their pets deeply, and if our experience can help even one or two people avoid the stress, the panic, the expense, then that's enough," she said. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Newsweek
Hearts Melt As Dog Teaches Mini Golden Doodle To Swim 'Just Like Her'
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The heartwarming moment a goldendoodle became an adorable swimming coach to a puppy friend has delighted the internet in a viral video. Jade, 30, from London, shared the moment her dog, Isla, and her parents' puppy, Luna, enjoyed a swim in the pool. "We spend every weekend in Surrey at my parents house, and since she was 4 months old, Isla has been teaching Luna to swim," Jade, who didn't share her surname, told Newsweek. The bond between Luna and Isla is clear as the pair jump into the pool together, with Isla leading the way. The swim lessons have paid off too, with Luna now confidently diving into the water on her own. "Luna now launches herself off the steps and takes herself for a swim," Jade said. "She gets very jealous if we are in the pool too and she wants to join." Pictures of Isla and the puppy Luna enjoying the pool together. Pictures of Isla and the puppy Luna enjoying the pool together. @isladoodlebear/Instagram Their adventures aren't limited to Surrey. Luna often visits Jade in London, where the pair continue their splashy escapades around the capital. "They swim in the lakes around south west they love it. Best of friends," she said. Both dogs are miniature golden doodles, a mix of Golden Retriever and Miniature Poodle. This mix means it is little surprise that Isla and Luna enjoy swimming. Golden Retrievers were originally bred for retrieving game from water, while Poodles were also bred to be water retrievers and even have webbed feet. With more than 800,000 views on Instagram since being shared earlier this month, people couldn't get enough of the adorable moment in the comments. "This is the best thing I've seen all day," said one commenter. While another wrote: "I love how she doesn't take the puppy out too far." "This is amazing!!!! Wow love how attentive and sweet she is with the baby! Wonderful," said another animal lover. This isn't the first time a puppy's swimming skills have gained viral attention. Earlier this year a man shared the moment that caused equal parts panic and pride when his 14-week-old puppy launched himself into the backyard pool. Concerned, the owner instantly got ready to jump in after Zoro the dog, but to his amazement the puppy worked it out, paddling with ease to the side of the pool. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Scotsman
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
What are the happiest dog breeds 2025? Here are the 17 most naturally happy breeds of adorable dog - including the loving Labrador 🐶
It's estimated that there are a remarkable 13.5 million dogs in the UK - meaning that more that a third of homes contain at least one perfect pooch. It means that dogs are, by quite distance, the most popular pet in the country (followed by cats and fish), with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . When it comes to choosing on your perfect pup there are many things to factor in, opting for a small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. There's also always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . It's also worth noting that some breeds of dog tend to be cheerier than others - you'd never accuse a Bloodhound of being brimming with joie de vivre. So, if you're looking for a dog that has a naturally sunny outlook and a mischievous smile, here are 17 worth popping on your shortlist. 1 . Labrador Retriever When it comes to big silly infectious smiles, it's hard to beat those plastered across the face of a typical Labrador Retriever. They have been the UK's (and the world's) most popular dog for decades and their sunny disposition is one of the reasons why. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Bedlington Terrier Several Bedlington Terriers have become 'Insta-famous' on social media due to their incredibly smiley faces. They may have been bred to hunt rats, but those Hollywood smiles are not more likely to catch the attention of cameras. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . Golden Retriever What is true of the Labrador Retriever also tends to be the same for their close cousin the Golden Retriever. These boisterous buddies may manage to look sad when they are begging for food, but the silly grin will be back soon. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . Cocker Spaniel We've known Cocker Spaniels who wag their tails so much that they continue even when they are asleep. This is a happy breed that embrace life to the full - always looking for the next adventure. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Daily Mail
Golden retrievers found in poor, cramped, and dirty conditions at popular attraction
Golden retrievers at a popular tourist attraction have been revealed to have been living in dire conditions which even saw some kill one another. Visitors to the The Golden Retriever Experience would have had no idea that the dogs they were paying to play with were living in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions. The attraction had received international news coverage for its popularity, but its business owner has now been banned from keeping dogs for ten years and was handed an 18-week sentence, suspended for 12 months. Visitors to the attraction had the opportunity to spend time surrounded by the dogs in the fields but behind the scenes the animals were living in poor conditions, with two dying after getting into fights and another having his genitals severed during a fight. Nicolas Eugene Grant St James, 62 from Minehead, pleaded guilty to failing to provide accommodation of a sufficient size for the number of dogs, failing to keep the accommodation clean, failing to provide a comfortable place for the dogs to rest, and failing to provide continuously available fresh, clean drinking water for the animals. The RSPCA first investigated the business after it received reports of dogs being injured and dying due to fights breaking out in overcrowded conditions as part of the commercial operation. After failing to meet the RSPCA's requested improvements, the police removed all the dogs from the property. The vet who examined the dogs said they were 'not protected from pain, injury, suffering, and disease'. They added that 'none of the dogs' needs under Section 9 of the Animal Welfare Act were met. The vet added: 'The environment was inadequate in size and comfort; there was a lack of constant access to clean drinking water; dogs were not protected from pain, injury, suffering, and disease; and they were unable to exhibit normal behavior or be separated when needed.' The dog center opened ten years ago by St-James, who wanted to invite people to 'join our incredible pack of goldies for some much-needed doggy cuddles.' The website adds that the dogs are 'impeccably trained and endlessly affectionate,' perfect for dog lovers who don't own their own pets. A basic two-hour long session set adults back $80, seniors $67, and children $40, but is free for children under two. The business became especially popular after a TikTok user recommended people visit the center after going there with her partner to mark their anniversary. Her video, showing dozens of retrievers frolicking in the grass, went viral, reaching more than 4 million views on the platform. A behaviorist, whose report was used as evidence, said that the dogs' access to water was restricted, they said: 'The dogs were kept in crowded conditions within a dirty home when not at the "experience". 'Bedding was not provided and drinking water was restricted to prevent indoor urination. The group included unspayed females and unneutered males living in close contact. 'The dogs in this case were not provided with adequate resting or sleeping places, ideally all dogs should be provided with options for resting places that provide appropriate comfort.' In such a large group of dogs a number and variety of types of bed is preferable. Bedding can be considered a valuable resource by dogs. The behaviorist continued: 'Dogs with higher levels of impulsivity and fear are more likely to display resource guarding aggression. 'Resource guarding aggression represents behaviors such as growling, freezing, snapping and biting. 'This behavior can be shown by some domestic dogs that are possessive of valued resources, for example, food, toys, or sleeping sites.' The behaviorist continued: 'DEFRA's code of practice for the welfare of dogs states fresh clean drinking water should be available at all times. The restriction may increase the value of water to this group of dogs which may cause conflict over the resource when it is available to them.' The business owner has been suspended for 12 months. He is also banned from keeping dogs for ten years, must carry out 200 hours of community service, ten Rehabilitation Activity Requirement (RAR) days and pay $6,700 costs and a $200 victim surcharge. During sentencing District Judge Brereton told St James he repeatedly ignored advice and warnings, that the provision for his dogs was 'woefully inadequate', and that this led to deaths and serious injuries. She also said he showed 'no remorse' and focused on his personal 'financial loss' rather than the impact on the dogs welfare. RSPCA Inspector Jo Daniel said after the hearing: 'These dogs were failed when it came to receiving the care they needed. 'Water, comfort and a safe living environment are basic needs that every owner has a duty to fulfil to ensure the needs of their animals are being met.'
