Three dogs looking for new homes after total of 455 days at north-east rehoming centre
These adorable dogs are looking for new homes in the north-east.
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Humans have shaped dogs’ brains through selective breeding, scientists say
They may be man’s best friend, but could we have created dogs in our own image?
Crazy cat lady stereotype ‘not supported by evidence’
There is no evidence to support the crazy cat lady stereotype that owners of the pets are disproportionately depressed, anxious or alone, according to new research.
Health event for dogs at north-east park
Dog owners are being encouraged to bring their pets down to a popular north-east park for a free health check.
Lung damage bacteria sniffed out by dogs in cystic fibrosis research
Dogs can sniff out bacteria that is a major of cause of lung damage in people with cystic fibrosis before it takes hold, according to a study.
Aberdeen council bosses: We can’t prevent playpark swings being ripped apart by dogs
Aberdeen City Council bosses have said there is “nothing further” they can do to prevent playpark swings being ripped apart by dogs.
Two charged after dogs left unattended in hot cars parked in north-east
Two people have been charged in connection with separate incidents in which dogs were left unattended in hot cars.
Police name new canine recruit after mental health campaigner
West Midlands Police have named their newest recruit, a golden cocker spaniel puppy, after mental health campaigner Liv Pontin.
Rescue dogs sniffing out threats at Wimbledon
A pair of rescue dogs are part of a top canine team sniffing out threats and keeping the public safe at Wimbledon.
Dogs evolved ‘sad puppy eyes’ to appeal to humans
Dogs have evolved their “sad eyes” facial expression in order to help them get on better with humans, according to new research.
Dogs may mirror stress levels of owners – study
Dogs appear to mirror the stress levels of their owners, according to a new study.
DNA find helps explain breathing problems in dogs
A DNA mutation linked to breathing problems in popular dog breeds has been discovered by scientists.
Scottish SPCA teams up with BrewDog to create sensory garden for dogs in north-east
An animal charity and a north-east brewing giant have teamed up to create a sensory garden for dogs.
Meet the dogs that will help calm your pre-flight nerves at Aberdeen airport
Passengers have given the thumbs up to a scheme to allow therapy dogs to help cure nervous flyers at Aberdeen International Airport.
UK dog owners more likely to meet physical activity targets, study suggests
The UK would be less active without man’s best friend, research suggests.
Dog owners warned to keep pets on lead at north-east national parks
Dog owners have been urged to keep their animals on a lead while visiting a north-east national park.
Dogs can detect smell linked to epileptic seizures, study suggests
Dogs can detect a smell associated with epileptic seizures, new research suggests.
Plea to raise cash for north-east pup’s medical checks
A north-east organisation has made a plea for people to help raise funds to rehome a dog that could have brain damage.
Tinder-style app matches dogs in shelters to potential owners
If the pooch melts your heart, swipe right.
Delight as Aberdeen’s police dog unit gets special visit from founding officer
The founding member of the police dog unit in the north-east has paid a visit to the latest four-legged recruits 60 years on.
University study sheds light on hunting methods of prehistoric dogs
Scientists have uncovered new information on how prehistoric dogs hunted 40 million years ago – by analysing the skulls of lions, wolves and hyenas.
Can you help find one of these 10 adorable pets a home for the new year?
Adorable animals in Aberdeen are waiting for their new homes.
These three dogs have been at a north-east rehoming centre for 300 days, can you give them a forever home?
An animal welfare charity is seeking homes for three dogs in the north-east.
North-east animal sanctuary raises £2,200 to stop two dogs being put down
A north-east animal sanctuary has successfully stopped two dogs being put down after a campaign to save them raised £2,200.
Canine first aid course to be held in Aberdeen
First aid courses for owners to help their dogs are coming to the north-east.
Dogs do not come out on top in animal brain power, scientists find
Dogs are not exceptionally intelligent when compared with other animals, including dolphins and goats, scientists say.
Dogs that misbehave more likely to die young, study finds
Aggressive, over-excitable dogs are more likely to die young, a study has suggested.
Adopt a pet: Could you give a forever home to any of these animals?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable pets from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?
More than 10 people every day have called the SSPCA worried about dogs in hot cars
The Scottish SPCA has seen a major increase in the number of calls for people concerned about dogs in hot cars.
Watch: Loki, Isla and Zoe are looking for a new forever home
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable dogs from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home.