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'There's Not Conclusive Evidence': Years Responds as 192 Dog Eye Cases Reported Amid Food Recall

A UK dog food brand recalls meals after 192 reports of dogs developing sudden eye conditions. The company investigates buckwheat as a potential factor, urging owners to stop feeding affected products.

International Business Times UK · Aug 20

From Newfoundland Fishing Boats to Indian Homes: Why the Labrador Retriever Is the World's Most Popular Dog Breed

The Dog That Started on a Fishing BoatThe Labrador retriever's earliest ancestor was not bred to sit in a living room. The St. John's Water Dog, a working breed from the island of Newfoundland in what is now Canada, spent its days hauling fish-laden nets from the North Atlantic alongside…

Times Life · Jul 11

Crufts winner’s animal cruelty conviction prompts complaints to Channel 4

Animal charities call for ‘extreme’ breeds to no longer be eligible for prizes and full vetting of competitors

The Guardian - UK · Mar 12

Collies may not be as popular today but their affectionate, loving nature suggests they should be

Learn more about a breed that became popular thanks to the canine character Lassie

PetsRadar · Jun 12, 2025

History of Crufts: The world’s greatest dog show

Dive into the fascinating story of Crufts history from the very beginning

PetsRadar · Mar 7, 2025

Channel 4 reaches new agreement to cover Crufts until 2029

Hosted by Clare Balding, Channel 4’s coverage will include Crufts’ top honour – best in show.

Evening Standard · Mar 6, 2025

Crufts 2025: meet the entrants and discover prize details

Explore the exciting lineup of entrants at Crufts 2025, with details on breeds competing, international entries, new breed showcases, and the prize money at stake

Evening Standard · Mar 5, 2025

Which canine ‘unsung hero’ do you think deserves the Kennel Club Hero Award? Read their amazing stories and cast your vote

Read their amazing stories and cast your vote

PetsRadar · Feb 23, 2025

Vote open to public to crown UK’s most heroic dog in Crufts award

Nominees of the annual Hero Dog Award include a record-breaking blood donor dog and another who walked 3,000 miles alongside his grieving owner.

The Independent UK · Feb 18, 2025

Icelandic sheepdog, breed mentioned by Shakespeare, is a pedigree at last

Kennel Club finally recognises breed believed to be more than 1,000 years old that featured in Icelandic Sagas

The Guardian - UK · Dec 31, 2024