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Pugs and French Bulldogs could be banned in UK as part of crackdown

Flat-faced breeds can have 'dangerous' health defects

Bristol Post · Apr 12, 2022

French Bulldogs and Pugs could become BANNED breeds to crack down on health fears

Animal pet charity The Blue Cross has said the dangerous health problems associated with French Bulldogs and Pugs are a result of "over-breeding" these adorable pooches

Daily Mirror · Apr 12, 2022

Pulled over by police and want to protect yourself? There's an app for that

A Minneapolis tech company that created an app where drivers can video conference attorneys during traffic stops or after a car crash has partnered with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota to make its app free to residents of the Twin Cities suburb Brooklyn Center.

Tribune News Service · Apr 6, 2022

Bill of the Month: The case of the $489,000 air ambulance ride

Sean Deines and his wife, Rebekah, were road-tripping after he lost his job as a bartender when the pandemic hit. But while visiting his grandfather in a remote part of Wyoming, Sean started to feel very ill.

Tribune News Service · Mar 30, 2022

Are dogs scared of the dark? Expert tips on what to do if your pet is afraid of darkness

Blue Cross explains that dogs can develop a fear of darkness and it may indicate other problems such as separation anxiety, bad vision, trauma and health conditions

Daily Mirror · Feb 16, 2022

Weirdest and funniest dog names - including Tarmac and Pablo Brummie

The Blue Cross has heard some weird and wonderful dog's names in their time - and have shared a list of the funniest and most unusual to have crossed their doors

Daily Mirror · Feb 14, 2022

Worried about vet bills? You may get help from an animal charity

PSDA and Blue Cross offer free or low-cost services for those who meet certain conditions

The Guardian - UK · Feb 12, 2022