Owning a dog linked to longer life, scientists claim
Dogs are not only man’s best friend, but also may be the key to living a longer life, a new study claims.
Pets
Feline friend? Cats form bonds with owners just like dogs, study claims
Cats are not always known for being the most friendly of pets but we may be wrong about their aloof and independent nature.
Adopt a pet: Clive, Kenzie, Ava and Lola all need a new home, can you help?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable animals from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?
Adopt a pet: Mouse, Cuddles and Marigold all need a new home, can you help?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable animals from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?
Cat swallowed metal clip in race to scoff favourite treat
A cat who swallowed a metal clip while stealing his favourite treat has made a full recovery after life-saving surgery.
Fleas thrive as numbers soar in humid conditions
Record heat coupled with wet weather has created the “perfect” environment for fleas to thrive, according to Rentokil.
Enormous cat wins viral stardom and breaks shelter’s website
An enormous cat looking for a new home has become such a big internet star that he crashed the website of the animal shelter where he lives.
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.
Pets rescued from Whaley Bridge after residents evacuated from homes
Missing pets organisation Animal Search UK captured, fed and reunited “hundreds” of animals with their owners after Whaley Bridge residents were evacuated from their homes due to flooding.
Adopt a pet: Can you give one of these animals a new home?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable animals from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?
Saturday night takeaway experience for pets on the menu at Poundland
Dog owners are being offered the opportunity to give their pets a flavour of their favourite takeaways.
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.
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.
Pets found to be carrying bugs resistant to humans-only antibiotic
Pets brought to a small animal hospital in the UK have been found to be harbouring bugs resistant to a “last resort” antibiotic not licensed for veterinary use.
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.
Can you give staffie Naomi a new home? She’s been at the rescue centre for 242 days
An animal charity is on the lookout for dog lovers to take on a pooch who has been waiting for almost 250 days.
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.
Video: Archive images showing some of the north-east purrfect cats
Every week our archive team pick a selection of their favourite images taken by our photographers over the past few decades – today we feature some of the north-east’s cats and their adventures
William Wallace the snake is looking for a new home in the north-east
An animal charity is looking for help to rehome a snake called William Wallace.
Video: Can you give one of these animals a new 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?
Snowflake’s five-year stay with Scottish SCPA sets new record for rehoming centre
A snake has made hiss-tory after living in a north-east rehoming centre for more than five years.
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.
Video: American magician uses magic tricks to help find shelter dogs new forever home
It's time for a dose of Christmas cuteness - courtesy of a magician and dogs at an animal shelter
Adopt a pet: Can you give one of these animals a new home?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable animals from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?
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.
North-east playpark dog ban plan could be scrapped
A proposal to ban dogs from schools and children’s play areas in the north-east could be scrapped at a crunch meeting next week.
Donation appeal for rescued cats and dogs in Aberdeen
An Aberdeen animal rehoming centre has issued an appeal for donations for its festive shoebox appeal.
Video: Can you give one of these pets a new home?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable animals from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?
Video: Can you give one of these dogs a new home?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable animals from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?
Adopt a pet: Can you give one of these animals a new home?
Are you looking to get a new pet? Why not adopt one of these adorable animals from Mrs Murray’s Cat and Dog Home?