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How you can get a festive portrait of your four-legged friend near Wareham

AN ANIMAL rescue centre near Wareham is launching a festive photography event for four-legged friends this year. Not only can…

Man throws dog poo at walker’s face in Poole

A MAN reportedly threw a bag of dog faeces at another dog walker in Poole before attacking her further. Police…

Deceased cat found in fly-tipped rubbish with a cord around its neck

WARNING: CONTAINS GRAPHIC IMAGES AND DESCRIPTIONS OF ANIMAL ABUSE A CAT – sadly deceased – was found in a pile…

Why you should keep your dog away from conkers this autumn

A POOLE vet has issued a warning to dog owners over the dangers of conkers and acorns as the…

Dolly is thankfully living a much better life following her abuse Picture: RSPCA

Cruelty to dogs on the rise in Dorset, RSPCA stats reveal

“HEARTBREAKING” new figures reveal that reports of cruelty to dogs in Dorset have risen over the past year, the…

Robin is being trained in Dorset Picture: Guide Dogs

Guide dog puppies need homes in Wareham and Poole

COULD you look after adorable puppies such as Robin and Jasper until their ready to undergo vital guide dog…

Police are keen to trace these people after an incident in Whitecliff Park, Poole, on Boxing Day. Picture: Dorset Police

Dog walker punched after Boxing Day confrontation in Poole park

A DISPUTE among dog walkers ended with one man being punched in the face. Dorset Police are appealing for information…

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…

Paws 4 Fort takes place at Nothe Fort on September 24

Vote for your favourite dog-friendly firms at Weymouth awards

DOG-friendly firms will be celebrated at a special awards event this month. Nothe Fort is once again partnering with Dog…

MP Tobias Ellwood helped judge the dog show at Upton Bay care home in Poole

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…