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DogsToday Inside this month The ethical pet magazine for people who really care about dogs News features 6 Christmas stars our favourite doggie ads this LIMITED EDITION CHRISTMAS TURKEY CHRISTMAS DINNER 10 12 14 26 32 for all of the Furmily Facebook Dogs Today season Someone like wowoo Adele shares her animal passion Is your dog s grub in the top 50 foods you love The finalists of Pawtrait Artist of the Year 2022 revealed The Dangerous Dogs Act hasn t worked for 30 years but some are calling for it to be extended Assistance dogs for autistic children and adults Editorial beverleycuddy Dogs_Today Editor Beverley Cuddy Art Director Rosie Peace Chief Sub Editor Contributing Editor Claire Horton Bussey Deputy Editor Alessandra Pacelli Illustrator Kevin Brockbank Proof readers Katie Horton Bussey Alys Horton Bussey Advertising sponsorship Sales Marketing Director Mike McGlynn 01276 402591 Sales Executive Print Digital Tom Jones 01276 402593 Over to you 36 Postbag what matters to you 40 Great debate should there be an enquiry Office dogs Betty Old English Golden Retriever ish Honey Cocker Spaniel Lennie Staffie German Shepherd cross Loki Border Collie Kelpie cross Vicky Justine Poison Ivy Newfoundlands Sophie Jack Russell Betty s Personal Trainer Kirsten Dillon IMDT A Dip CBM into the corporate takeover of the veterinary profession 48 Q A myths about pet adoption DNA testing removing pet hair from sofas dogs in divorce reverse sneezing Dogs Today Brandshare Ltd The Old Print House 62 High Street Chobham Surrey GU24 8AA 01276 402599 enquiries dogstodaymagazine co uk www dogstodaymagazine co uk Training behaviour 18 Understanding and managing the reactive dog Publishers Opinion 66 Confessions of a dogaholic Roger Cook tries to get Carter LIMITED Investigation 42 Dog crush meet the Picardy Sheepdog Chief Operations Officer Graham Smith 01276 402598 graham wearebrandshare com Managing Director Beverley Cuddy 01276 402597 beverley dogstodaymagazine co uk Competitions shopping 35 Subscribe save and win 56 Pop the kettle on and tackle our puzzles Subscriptions For subscription queries call Brandshare on 01276 402599 or email subs dogstodaymagazine co uk Initial subscription rates UK BFPO 12 issues 39 50 24 issues 61 EU countries 12 issues 65 20 Rest of the world airmail 12 issues 79 80 Direct Debit offer UK only 9 99 for 3 months with 1 month free trial and a 1 sign up fee and competitions Give your pooch something they ll be truly thankful for AVAILABLE AT ALL GOOD PET FOOD STOCKISTS AND BURNSPET CO UK Available in 150g 395g trays or Boxes of 12x 150g trays or 6x 395g trays Picardy Sheepdog Photo by Tim Rose www timrosephotography co uk Ditch the table scraps this Christmas SCAN ME The editor is always pleased to consider articles and photos from freelancers However there is often a considerable delay before material can be assessed Please include an SAE if you want your work returned While every care will be taken no responsibility for loss or damage can be accepted Competition sponsors and their families are not eligible for any competition Dogs Today incorporating Perfect Pup is published by Brandshare Ltd The Old Print House 62 High Street Chobham Surrey GU24 8AA Tel 01276 402599 Brandshare Ltd reg office The Old Print House 62 High Street Chobham Surrey GU24 8AA Distributed by Marketforce UK Ltd 2nd Floor 5 Churchill Pl Canary Wharf London E14 5HU Tel 020 3148 3333 www marketforce co uk Printed by The Manson Group 2022 Dogs Today The world copyright of the editorial matter both illustrations and text is strictly reserved Registered as a newspaper for transmission in the UK Next issue on sale 26 January 2023 To download Dogs Today for iPad go to the App store Android and PC versions are available from Pocket Mags the Kindle edition from www amazon co uk December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 3

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Dear readers Beverley Cuddy Vet strength parasite protection Illustration by Beverley Cuddy I m just getting over Covid Well that s my excuse for listening to eight episodes of a new podcast back to back I thought I knew this story Long ago before the pandemic Crufts was on every front page for all the wrong reasons The media called it murder at Crufts This podcast set out to discover what really happened to Jagger the young Irish Setter who had died Spoiler alert it was a fastacting poison Crufts was not the murder scene Jagger was back home in Belgium when he died I often help researchers and try to point them in the right direction I thought when they found out the facts they d make a podcast about something else But no they carried on and found out some other disturbing stories along the way Comedian Kerry Godliman took the lead and tried and failed to find a motive for Jagger to have been killed by a show rival But she did discover another dog that had died shortly after Crufts also in Belgium Mac the Rhodesian Ridgeback was shot I vaguely remembered it and had thought it probably an accidental shooting But the podcast revealed that Mac was shot four times with a semi automatic weapon an illegal gun for hunters The first shot had been to the leg And I d thought it had been rat poison that had killed poor Jagger probably ingested in error No it was an illegal substance quite like the deadly Novichok of Salisbury fame This nerve agent had been carefully sewn into beef The podcast told of how this illegal two step poison was sometimes used to kill raptors to protect very valuable racing pigeons The poison would normally be smeared on a carcass or a tethered bird as raptors hunt by sight not smell It s known as two step because that s normally how far you can walk before falling down dead How did Jagger ingest an illegal nerve agent And why did Mac get gunned down I was gripped I was astonished that a national newspaper had paid pet detective Colin Butcher to investigate the case Annoyingly they stopped paying when it became obvious that Crufts was in the clear And I didn t know that a Pekingese was poisoned at Crufts in 1913 did you Another fact I learned from this podcast is that Belgium isn t just famous for chocolate They have 200 000 pigeon fanciers and auctions for the best birds one sold to a man in China for 1 6 million euros Protecting these valuable birds from predators was put forward as a possible motive Apparently gamekeepers in the UK are also tempted to use illegal poisons and there was a story of lots of gundogs dying at a shoot and people being given 40k each as hush money Back to Belgium someone even had their parrot shot UK again alpaca nobbling Another jaw dropping reveal came from commentator Jessica Holm who had to be shadowed by a bodyguard at one Crufts There had been a credible kidnap threat made against her The investigation into the Brighton cat serial killings was also excellent and even though one attack was caught on CCTV the killer was given a pathetic sentence as it was regarded by the courts as only criminal damage Which brings me back to the present and what I wish for the new year better protection for our pets in the law Will the Kept Animal Bill finally get passed P You ll find the Dead Competitive podcast on BBC Sounds Beverley Cuddy is Dogs Today s Editor and publisher She shares her life with Betty an Old English Golden Retriever ish dog from Many Tears and Honey a Cocker Spaniel 4 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Easy to apply Fast acting Long lasting No brand works faster or lasts longer bobmartinUK Bob Martin and Bob Martin Clear Plus are registered trade marks of Martin Martin Holdings Based on AVM GSL Spot Ons containing Fipronil and S Methoprene for dogs Use biocides safely Always read the label and product information before use Active substances permethrin tetramethrin S methoprene ES T 1 8 9 2

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Words BEVERLEY CUDDY Christmas stars Should there be an annual award for dog acting There have been some crackers this year Here are our top four dogs in this year s festive ads Cocker Spaniel Margot for David Beckham s Christmas Haig Club commercial I think having an agent is important especially one that will support you and knows your dog Charlotte Wilde TV Animals always have somebody on set to advocate for the animals It was this ad that inspired our article but it would probably have been easier to get Margot Robbie to comment There are many people in Margot s management team Just before we went to press I got to talk to owner Emily David Beckham is less discreet he has Margot all over his socials Margot obviously stole his heart as well as his football While David s whisky has been Margot s biggest booking so far windows if not doors have opened and you ll see her promoting Velux shortly Margot reveals that it was David himself that picked her for the job The first thing David did when he walked in was kneel and give me a big fuss can t get better than that Red lines Apart from cats nothing she s worked with pyrotechnics and in front of big crowds Border Terrier Bramble in McDonald s The List Show reel includes Co starring with Andy Murray appearance on Dragons Den Game of Talents modelling for Stella McCartney Signature moves Cracking play dead she throws herself backwards and twitches Has a reputation for being a remotecontrolled dog Jodie can direct her from a different room and she will still perform complex behaviours Owner Jodie said She literally cries until she s in front of the camera A onetake wonder https bit ly BrambleinMcDonalds How about ear inside out too degrading Ooh never Any signature moves I do a good upside down on the sofa not every director appreciates that one Did you get loads of Boots Advantage points Mum says the Boots people were lovely and gave her loads of my pictures that featured in the advert Penel Malby s art so quality stuff Agent Urban Paws Lurcher Lyra for Boots Joy for All Owner Jacqui said Lyra is just Lyra you know like Adele or Cher Show reel includes Season 1 and 2 of Bridgerton and the Rightmove advert with the scarecrow lady she was nice Filmed for something not yet out which is very hush hush Dressing room riders Good supply of sausages and roast turkey 6 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Downside Many directors aren t dog owners so may not realise what is possible so it s important you prepare for any eventuality It s not for everyone or all dogs but if your dog has that necessary spark it s a whole lot of fun Anything out of bounds when you get sent a script No loud bangs they scare me I m pretty much naked all the time Does acting make you rich I do it for food Do you need an agent I have one Auntie Charlotte How about cats a step too far No but I do like being with other doggos Would you play dead No need have you seen a Lurcher sleeping https bit ly LyrainBoots December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 7

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Who would you love to work with David Attenborough Springer Spaniel Dora for Kramp online retailer Stage name Dora the Explorer Show reel I love my job I ve been in a lot of things the Sister Boniface Mysteries on BBC films fashion shoots ads my face is even on petfood lorry and a game called Dead Man s Phone Any riders Please don t ride me I m only small Best job ever I love shoots where children feed me and play tricks with me Or films where I work with the same people for several weeks and become best friends that s good too Any other talented dogs pulling on the lead eager to get in on the act All my siblings cats included love to perform Do you need an agent My human is an agent Put Your Paws Up UK We re also freelance so have worked for many agencies including Dogs on Camera who this Kramp job was for Advice you d give to anyone else thinking their dog would look great on screen Make sure your dog is suitable this job can be in noisy environments so isn t the best for shy or sensitive dogs We had to do an SOS call the other day because another agency sent a dog that couldn t cope https bit ly DorainKramp Anything out of bounds No shouting I don t do violence Cats I won t work with strange cats My brother was attacked by one on set Signature moves I have a great leap in the air can shake my head to say no and will carry things Does acting cover food and vet bills or is it more of a hobby This is our full time job Of course no one will ever beat John Lewis s Boxer on a trampoline Christmas advert from 2016 and as we go to print we hear that Biff aka Buster has died The Mirror launched an appeal for the ad to be re run as a tribute 8 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 June 2020 Dogs Today 35

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Words BERNARD BALE Someone like wowooo Photos Instagram adele Adele has travelled the world many both on tour and on television but she is at home cuddling up with her I can t help myself I just love dogs she said I can t help myself they are all so fantastic large or small long haired or short haired I have a love of all animals but maybe you cannot get so cuddled up on the settee with a giraffe or a hippo like you can a dog Adele obviously has a vivid imagination too Although the idea of cuddling up on the settee with a hippo does have its positive side nobody is going to ask you to move or pass the biscuits I do cuddle with my dogs a lot she explained They are always great to go home to and sometimes they also come with me when I am appearing somewhere or even if we are recording They like parties too and are always very well behaved They like cocktail sausages so are always on their best behaviour in the hope of getting more than their fair share Adele has had quite a career already and there is plenty more to come Her recordings have sold by the millions and tickets for her concerts sell out as soon as they are put on sale Yet she did not set out to become a music superstar and for a while was more interested in the management and promotional side of the industry SPICE GIRL HEROES I liked singing from an early age she revealed I used to sing for fun and getting a little older I used to take a guitar into the local park and entertain a few friends I was also a huge fan of the Spice Girls and used to sing their songs at parties and so on I think they made such an impact on girls like myself because they were out there filling the arenas and selling loads of records It showed us all that there is a place for girls not to just be a special guest but to be top of the bill and tour in their own right I know that there have been many female stars through the years but the Spice Girls seemed to make it available to anyone When I thought about a profession it was really 10 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 the A R side of things I went to the Brit School for Performing Arts and Technology in Croydon and that played a huge part in my career because I learned so much about how it all works but they also encouraged me to be a singer rather than just concentrate on the behind the scenes work It would be easy to say that the rest is history but the fact is that the rest is the result of a lot of hard work I ve never been afraid to roll up my sleeves and put in the effort and that s not just with my career but with just about everything she said I am hands on with the dogs too We have a lot of fun together and as much as possible I take care of their feeding and walks and fun I wouldn t miss that for anything I also do my own times performed in front of millions she is never happier than when canine friends dog training It probably sounds as if I make hard work for myself but I have always worked hard and when it involves the dogs it is always very rewarding At the moment Adele has two dogs GOLDEN BOYS I ve got two Goldendoodles who are brothers and the best of friends both a little crazy and full of humour she revealed They are Bob and Freddy and really bubbly You can t help wanting to cuddle them all the time because they are really so very well cuddly They are Golden Retriever and Poodle crosses and have the best bits of both breeds never a dull moment I have had other dogs in the past and cats too and I have never forgotten any of them It is such a terrible wrench when they pass away and I m not sure you ever get over it even when you have new dogs in your family Every dog has his own character and makes such an impact on your life that their imprint stays for ever Adele loves dogs so much that even in concert she has been known to spot a dog in crowds of thousands of people and even invited one and his owner up on stage once I couldn t resist it he was such a lovely little dog and totally not bothered by being in such a large crowd I wanted everyone to see him When I see a dog while I am out somewhere I find it hard to resist speaking to them They always seem up for a chat but I don t like to draw attention to myself too much so I often just look at them and give them a smile HAPPY RETURNS Judging by the permanent grins on the faces of Bob and Freddy Adele s dogs do indeed have a happy home life and in return they give her a lot of love and an escape They are just great to come home to said Adele I think any dog owner will tell you the same thing It doesn t matter if you have just done a concert in front of 20 000 people or more been watched on TV by millions it means nothing to Bob and Freddy They just go crazy when I arrive home and having run around the house and over the furniture they then get down to the real business what are we having for dinner That s the time when Adele becomes a real star she opens the door of the fridge the light comes on and she has the full attention of her audience of dogs That s show business P December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 11

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Words BEVERLEY CUDDY Is your favourite in the top 50 50 foods you love T he voting for Britain s most loved pet food 2022 will close on New Year s Eve but we ve already had more than 1 000 votes and we thought you d like to see who is in the top 50 so far There are some huge names getting edged out This is in alphabetical order but the top five keep changing so there s everything still to play for Remember these are the foods you d hate to disappear that you are proud to feed and would recommend to others 60 20 19 17 said dog food would be the last thing they d economise on were confident they already had the best value food so didn t need to change said they d go hungry before the dog fear they ll have to save on dog food costs but will cut other things first Make sure your voice is heard https bit ly MostLovedDogFood 12 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Akela Arden Grange Autarky Barking Heads Bella and Duke Benyfit Natural Bulmer Pet Foods Burns Butcher s Butternut Box Canagan Chappie Cotswold Raw Different Dog Dr John Durham Animal Feeds Eden Edmondson s Essential Foods Eukanuba Fish4Dogs Forthglade Harringtons Henley Raw Hill s Honey s James Wellbeloved K9 Optimum Lifestage Lily s Kitchen Manifold Valley Meats Millies Wolfheart Natural Instinct Naturaw Naturediet Natures Menu Nurture Them Naturally Nutriment Orijen Paleo Ridge Pooch Mutt Pro Dog Pro Plan Rawgeous Royal Canin Simpsons Skinner s Tails The Dog s Butcher Wainwright s REMEMBER HOW THEY MADE CHRISTMAS EXTRA SPECIAL Remember them with a smile This festive season take a moment to celebrate those pets who are no longer with us but brought endless joy to our lives At Battersea we know how unique every animal is and understand just how hard the loss of a beloved pet can be Remember those pets who have given us special memories this Christmas and every day by donating to help the dogs and cats at Battersea still waiting to make someone s Christmas extra special Battersea Dogs Cats Home is a charity registered in England and Wales 206394 DONATE IN MEMORY Find out how you can support Battersea while remembering your beloved pet Telephone Monday to Friday 10am 4pm 0300 323 1216 Visit battersea org uk inmemory

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Words BEVERLEY CUDDY Pawtrait Artist of the Year the Final The public vote is now open We want you to tell us which artist most W e all know Fleur is a remarkable dog in every way She s very much smaller in real life than you imagine from photos And like the Mona Lisa she seems to look both happy and sad at the same time It s horrible to know that she was captured as a stray in Romania and taken to the ghastly kill shelters It could have been a very short story and for many dogs it is Like others Fleur was mutilated due to the bounty paid for neutering strays Would they have wasted money on pain relief The person who left their mark on Fleur certainly didn t bother with sutures as her insides were on the outside when she was spotted in photos by kinder eyes Her sad pretty face got her noticed and she was one of the few lucky ones chosen to survive but she d already contracted distemper Romanian vets patched her up as best they could and thanks to Val Phillips and the famous Valgrays rescue she soon found herself a Surrey resident with Wendy and Andrew Morris AGAINST ALL ODDS Just as Fleur was starting to love her new life the dark clouds came back The odds for her survival were less than 10 even with pioneering surgery I remember Val phoning me to say the best surgeons in the world were close by at the Royal Veterinary College Hospital Would Photo by Rob King www mojoelmundo com the public think it very wrong to try to save Fleur all over again Is it wrong to try to save one dog when you can t save them all The diseased dead flesh was spreading like ivy The team of brilliant vets worked all night to cut Fleur free of the past that was killing her The public put their hands in their pockets and prayed for a miracle No dog had ever survived an operation to remove so much damaged bowel But Fleur had already won several seemingly impossible battles Her love of life made her a great patient Fleur didn t just survive she blossomed She is now a hospital visitor inspiring great hope in children and adults facing similar daunting operations What an amazing first sitter for the artists And didn t she inspire greatness in them all As on the Sky Arts human version of this competition we asked the sitter to pick their favourites Fleur wouldn t be drawn but Andrew and Wendy have picked two favourites each We ll announce the winner in the February edition and hopefully the name of our next celebrity sitter As we go to press the voting has already started with more than 500 votes cast The top three provisionally are Andrea Knowles Priscilla Tang Sarah Phipps but it s incredibly close Any of the artists could be your winner Do vote for your favourite Voting will close on 10 January 2023 perfectly catches the essence of delicate Fleur ALEXANDER MORRISON DEBBIE CARTER ANDREA KNOWLES PRISCILLA TANG KAREN GOULD MORE SHORT LISTED PAWTRAITS OVERLEAF To view the shortlist and other portraits https bit ly PawtraitShortlist To vote https bit ly PawtraitVote December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 15

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Words photos NANCY PAYNE Nancy s education in animal behaviour began with a trial by fire when she adopted Roxy the shelter dog who kindly provided an opportunity for Nancy to experience most unwanted dog behaviours firsthand including reactivity and aggression towards people and other dogs After a great deal of trial error and eventually a formal education with Coape International www coape org Nancy could help Roxy with her challenges and she now offers private consultations and group classes to address reactivity in dogs in Stellenbosch South Africa Nancy s passions lie in rehabilitation of fearful and aggressive animals helping owners understand and empathise with the animal behind the behaviour As a physicist by trade Nancy also has a keen interest in the science of behaviour and how a better understanding of what s going on in the brain can contribute to applied behaviour modification 18 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Belgian Shepherd Dog Malinois Photo posed by a model NANCY PAYNE Nancy is involved in lecturing and tutoring for Coape as one of the Diploma Team Members and she works closely with Karin Pienaar on research and development to make sure the Coape courses are kept up to date with the latest research in animal behaviour The reactive dog WITH Reactivity is a common problem for many dogs today especially in the wake of worldwide lockdowns and reduced social outings for us and our pets This new series of articles will look at why it happens and how it can best be managed W hen we talk about reactive dogs we usually mean dogs who overreact to triggers such as other dogs strangers or cyclists typically barking and lunging until their trigger moves away There are many methods for treating reactivity but understanding the key factors behind your own dog s reactivity can help you figure out the best path forward In this article we will discuss what drives reactive behaviour towards other dogs First consider your dog s underlying mood in daily life A dog who is content and balanced at home is much more likely to be able to handle his triggers out on walks On the other hand an anxious dog who hides under the sofa at any outside noise clearly can t cope at home let alone outside Similarly if a dog is a hyperactive bundle of happiness and bouncing off the walls at home he is much less likely to be able to calm down and control his behaviour on walks when faced with exciting or scary stimuli It makes sense to first Look after your pet with award winning pet insurance Our cover limits range from 3 000 to 15 000 and come with FREE pet health perks and discounts Scan the QR code or visit manypets uk fur77 Third party underwriters authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority See manypets uk info for details ManyPets Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority Register number 652623 Offer terms including validity period available at manypets uk terms23 FREE pet hamper worth up to 42 We ll send you your pet hamper after you buy your cover

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by strange dogs outside With pain being such a major factor in many behaviour problems your vet should be an important port of call I d be in a bad mood too if I felt nauseous or had a sore paw Moreover your vet may recommend additional medication to support your dog s journey such as anti anxiety medication for nervous dogs which should always be used in conjunction with behaviour modification through a suitably qualified behaviour practitioner If you want to find one in your area visit the CAPBT the Coape Association of Pet Behaviourist and Trainers at www capbt org Once your dog s overall mood is in a happy place we move on to the next step his emotional state around the trigger How does your dog feel when he sees other dogs Is he fearful Excited Frustrated This emotion is what drives your dog s reactive behaviour and if you can address that emotion then you are much more likely to succeed in preventing the problem behaviour from occurring in the first place Consider a dog who is fearful of other dogs whether due to lack of experience What s that It looks scary or bad experiences Last time I saw a dog I got attacked When a fearful dog barks at triggers he aims to increase the distance between himself and the trigger by scaring the trigger away That is your dog s signal to say I am feeling very unhappy with this situation and I want to get away from here It is your cue to pay attention to help your dog to resolve this conflict Don t be fooled into thinking that removing your dog from the scary situation is the wrong thing to do If you were to force your dog to remain near his scary triggers all he may likely learn is that other dogs still really suck in addition to learning that he can t trust you or rely on you to help him because you were the one that kept him trapped in that situation Rather treat the event as a learning experience for yourself what led up to the scary situation and how can you reduce the chance of it happening in the future while you work on building your dog s confidence For example if the frightening event was dogs charging their garden fences then instead try to avoid that street on future walks If it was an off leash dog wandering up to you in a dogfriendly park avoid that park for now You want to minimise negative experiences as much as possible as this will give your dog a chance to learn that other dogs can be neutral or even positive experiences not scary ones FIGHT OR FLIGHT If you re wondering why a scared dog wouldn t just run away there are a few things to consider about the fight or flight response and which strategy a dog may choose to use in a particular situation Firstly some dogs may have tried running away in the past but found that this strategy failed because the other dog chased them Secondly if your dog is on a leash he is likely aware that flight isn t an option because he may have tried to get away unsuccessfully in the past Thirdly different dogs are more prone to choosing fight make yourself look big and scary over flight based Don t be fooled into thinking that removing your dog from the scary situation is the wrong thing to do If you were to force your dog to remain near his scary triggers all he may likely learn is that other dogs still really suck in addition to learning that he can t trust you or rely on you to help him because you were the one that kept him trapped in that situation 22 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Coape International s Karin Pienaar takes the baton from longtime contributor Peter Neville to present training and behaviour features on all aspects of living with dogs ELLIE BO is a family run business established in 2004 its aim is to provide pet owners with exceptional service and products which are made with quality materials at affordable prices We are the number one brand in the UK for pet beds covers cages and puppy pens Like follow us to enter our free order giveaway Entry ends at noon on 22 12 2022 Don t just take our word for it have a read of our furry friends findings of our top selling products KARIN PIENAAR Coape International Partner DipCABT Coape OCN CertCAB CAPBT Practitioner ICAN Member CAB Karin has worked in animal behaviour therapy since 1997 After more than 20 years of consulting with dog and cat owners Karin now focuses mainly on managing Coape International www coape org presenting the Coape Diploma and mentoring students Karin is also responsible for course advancement and developed the industrychanging MHERA concept Her book MHERA Mood Matters will be available in both paperback and e book format from DogWise Publishers soon and is a must read for anyone working in the industry Karin is the behaviour consultant to numerous pet companies such as Eukanuba and Ascendis Animal Health and is a regular contributor to several local and international magazines as well as appearing on television and radio when time allows She is often a guest speaker at behaviour related events and conferences When she has time to 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Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Photo posed by a model Now let s consider dogs who love other dogs but still bark and lunge when on a leash Your dog s emotional state here could be one of intense excitement which may quickly turn to frustration when he is prevented from doing what he wants greeting the other dog on their breed such as those from guarding or fighting backgrounds Dog logic isn t the same as human logic and they re behaving the way they are for a reason even if that reason isn t always clear to us Now let s consider dogs who love other dogs but still bark and lunge when on a leash Your dog s emotional state here could be one of intense excitement which may quickly turn to frustration when he is prevented from doing what he wants greeting the other dog Over time your dog can learn that other dogs are sources of frustration rather than excitement driving behaviour that looks unfriendly and aggressive even if your dog is a perfect gentleman off leash The desired goal for excited or frustrated dogs is often to decrease the distance to the trigger they want to approach the other dog If you let your dog greet the other dog after he barks and pulls to get closer remember that you are reinforcing his barking behaviour and he learns that barking and pulling works On the other hand let s say you pull him away from the other dog when he barks and lunges In this case you re not rewarding the behaviour your dog doesn t get to greet the other dog but the emotion behind the behaviour is still there so the behaviour is likely to continue Thus we ve reached the same conclusion as with the fearful dog in order to treat the behaviour we need to understand the emotion that drives the behaviour whether that is fear excitement or frustration because each one will require a different approach MORE TO COME In the next article in this series we ll dive into the different ways to change a dog s emotional response to a trigger and how to use rewards reinforcement both internal and external to encourage the behaviours you like rather than trying to punish the behaviours you don t like Helping a reactive dog requires patience and understanding and in this series we will look at how to support a reactive dog emotionally P Hercules was close to death when he was found Hercules was just three months old emaciated and infested with worms After months of careful nursing Hercules was transformed into a healthy pony and he was rehomed with a loving family We work with horses horse owners communities organisations and governments to help improve welfare standards and stamp out su ering in the UK and worldwide But we can only succeed thanks to the generosity of people who care as much as we do He s alive thanks to people like you To donate please scan this QR code donate via our website at www worldhorsewelfare org Hercules telephone us between 8 30am and 5 00pm weekdays on 01953 497239 or cut out and post this coupon in an envelope to us at World Horse Welfare Anne Colvin House Snetterton Norwich NR16 2LR please affix a stamp I enclose a cheque CAF voucher for payable to World Horse Welfare A donation from you could help World Horse Welfare rescue ponies like Hercules and give them the chance to thrive DMCA Title Initial Surname Address As a supporter we will contact you via post with updates on our work if you do not want us to write to you in the future please tick here Please send me a thank you letter to acknowledge my donation 24 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Registered Charity Number 206658 and SCO 38384 Postcode

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Words ALESSANDRA PACELLI Illustrations KEVIN BROCKBANK Cracked Mirror Insanity as the saying goes is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results After over 30 years of breed specific legislation its failure is plain for everyone to see so how would extending it to more breeds make anyone safe have long cast doubt over the effectiveness of breed specific legislation including a Middlesex University report commissioned by the government and released in 2021 which was highly critical of the unfounded assumption that breed is a reliable predictor of aggressive behaviour In response to the report Defra has established a Responsible Dog Ownership working group involving police local authorities and animal welfare organisations to consider the recommendations made in the Middlesex University report in more detail However the working group s report is not due until next year and meanwhile more evidence against the very basis of the Dangerous Dogs Act keeps piling up UNRELIABLE PREDICTIONS 26 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 sometimes with fatal results leaving grief stricken families in their wake Even when they do not result in death such attacks can leave deep scars both physical and mental NHS data shows that the number of hospital admissions due to dogrelated injuries has increased in the past 10 years alone the number of admissions rose 30 per cent from 6 640 between 2011 and 2012 to 8 655 between 2021 and 2022 Experts across the board SuperDog takes our 50 years of award winning nutritional expertise even further all the innovation and careful effective formulation you d expect from Vitabiotics now available for your special companion From vitality to healthy joints and bones SuperDog formulations provide optimum levels of micro nutrients to safeguard the diet of your furriest family member Amazon Ocado Paws com and Vitabiotics com From 2022 11 16_ADSPDCONP O ver 30 years after the Dangerous Dogs Act was introduced banning the ownership of four breeds and types of dog deemed dangerous thousands of pets have been put to sleep for no reason other than their looks and measurements Was it worth it Is the public any safer The answer to the surprise of absolutely no one among experts is no dog attacks are on the rise A recent study conducted in the US on over 18 000 dog owners of various breeds and crosses Ancestry inclusive dog genomics challenges popular breed stereotypes which we examined in depth in our July 2022 issue found that while breed does have some influence over a dog s temperament and behaviour it plays a much smaller role than is generally assumed Breed offers little predictive value for individuals explaining just nine per cent of variation in behaviour the study reads For more heritable more breed differentiated traits like biddability responsiveness to direction and commands knowing breed ancestry can make behavioural predictions somewhat more accurate For less heritable less breed differentiated traits like agonistic threshold how easily a dog is provoked by frightening or Nielsen GB ScanTrack Total Coverage Value Unit Retail Sales 52 w e 8 10 22 To verify contact Vitabiotics Ltd 1 Apsley Way London NW2 7HF Vitabiotics Ltd will donate 35p VAT from the sale of each SuperDog product to Battersea Dogs Home Limited which donates its profits to Battersea Dogs Cats Home registered charity number 206394 Stockists may vary Joints Bones Health Vitality 60 Chewable Tablets 60 Chewable Tablets Proud supporter of Battersea caring for dogs and cats since 1860

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or sell other dangerous types the Mirror says with no indication whatsoever of what breeds or types a dangerously vague word those would be The definition of a dangerous dog seems to change through the decades Many of you will still remember the time when it was Dobermanns and German Shepherds that were deemed dangerous and even now particularly aggressive people are easily referred to as a Rottweiler Without the proper socialisation and training any dog can be potentially dangerous to people so should the law ban every type of dog large enough to potentially cause life threatening damage in case of an attack That would be a very long list DOG CONTROL COALITION Passed in 1991 as a knee jerk reaction to a spate of dog attacks Section 1 of the Dangerous Dogs Act DDA 1991 prohibits the ownership of four types of dogs and their crosses Pit Bull Terrier Fila Brasileiro Dogo Argentino and Japanese Tosa This was done on the assumption that these breeds or rather dogs who look a certain way the law bans types of dog by their looks even if their DNA contains no part of a banned breed were more dangerous than others uncomfortable stimuli breed is almost uninformative Passed in 1991 as a knee jerk reaction to a spate of dog attacks Section 1 of the Dangerous Dogs Act DDA 1991 prohibits the ownership of four types of dogs and their crosses Pit Bull Terrier Fila Brasileiro Dogo Argentino and Japanese Tosa This was done on the assumption that these breeds or rather dogs who look a certain way the law bans types of dog by their looks even if their DNA contains no part 28 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 of a banned breed were more dangerous than others With a premise this flawed it is no surprise that the law quite simply does not work and yet the Mirror has launched a campaign to ban even more breeds as though slapping the dangerous label on yet more breeds in this nonfunctional piece of legislation is going to suddenly start working after three decades of failure Widen the list of banned breeds to make it illegal to own breed The Dog Control Coalition which includes Battersea Blue Cross British Veterinary Association Dogs Trust the Kennel Club RSPCA and Scottish SPCA soon responded with an open letter voicing their concern for the proposed changes The letter read We are all deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic events this year and agree that urgent action is necessary to effectively protect public safety We strongly believe that the current approach for protecting public safety is not fit for purpose and has a number of unintended negative consequences for both humans and dogs Changes are absolutely necessary but to be effective they must be informed by scientific and other robust evidence We cannot support what the Mirror is calling for and we are deeply concerned about the proposed changes Aggression in dogs is a complicated behaviour It is not simply a product of breed and breed is not a reliable predictor of aggressive behaviour Analysis of 256 fatalities in the USA spanning a 10 year period highlighted the impact of ownership and husbandry factors on dogs and the complex genetic factors and lifetime experiences along with husbandry that influence a dog s behaviour and how they respond to different stimuli eg people dogs and other animals These factors include

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Quite simply any dog can bite and can be considered dangerous In fact continuing to focus on breed will continue to fail the public and harm the many dogs who live harmoniously with us mismanagement of dogs by owners abuse or neglect of dogs by their owners and dogs left unsupervised with a child or vulnerable adult Adding additional dogs to the current list of prohibited types or measures which seek to manage certain types of dog because they are believed to be more dangerous than others will not effectively protect the public This is not just our view but was concluded by the Efra select committee following their inquiry into dangerous dogs in 2018 Quite simply any dog can bite and can be considered dangerous In fact continuing to focus on breed will continue to fail the public and harm the many dogs who live harmoniously with us There are undoubtedly people who are attracted to certain types of dog and intend to use them for illegal purposes The coalition agrees that it is essential that measures are available to deter and punish owners of dogs whose behaviour is deemed dangerous however this cannot be breed specific in approach We have long called for a different approach and for the UK government to learn lessons from those taken by other countries which shifts the focus from breed to encouraging responsible dog ownership and education We want to see interventions that focus on safe behaviour around dogs effective legislation and enforcement with measures that allow early 30 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 intervention are preventative evidence based and proportionate a better understanding of why a dog bites to help understand better how bites can be avoided More effective science based legislation is something both experts and dog owners have long been calling for One such owner is Anita Mehdi whose dog Lola an American Bulldog cross was seized and deemed a banned type in 2019 Luckily thanks to Lola s sweet nature she passed her assessment with flying colours and was allowed to go home as an exempted dog however she now must be muzzled and on lead at all times in public which she struggled with as a young active dog REPEAL REPLACE Anita was stunned to find out the legislation applied to her dog despite no part of her being a banned breed and even more stunned to find out how common that is I spoke with a dog legislation officer who told me that the most common dogs to be typed are Staffie Labrador crosses Anita told Dogs Today in August 2021 I found out there were litters where some puppies were typed and killed while their siblings were spared It was absurd How could any of this keep the public safe Now Anita has started a new petition calling on the government to repeal the current Dangerous Dogs Act and replace it with a new framework The government commissioned a steering group to provide advice on policies aimed at reducing dog attacks and promoting responsible ownership of dogs However their report is not due until next year the petition reads In view of shocking and tragic events that continue to result from the current legislation urgent action is required now in the interest of public safety and the welfare of dogs Organisations involved in the government s steering group oppose breed specific legislation and agree breed is not a prediction of aggressive behaviour We believe the current legislation is enabling more fatalities and failing to prevent the dog attack trend It needs to be repealed immediately As this goes to print the petition stands at 62k signatures not yet enough to be considered for debate but enough to trigger a response from the government Of course it is nothing we have not read already Repealing breed specific controls with no other changes may increase risks to public safety Any reforms would require careful consideration so that public safety remains at the heart of the regime the response says which is about what they have responded to the previous petition on the matter or the 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Words ALESSANDRA PACELLI Autism Dogs Charity trains specialist assistance dogs for autistic children Acting CEO Caroline Preston explains what makes them unique and adults in mainland England Scotland and Wales Breaking barriers Training a dog to assist an autistic person whether a child or an adult presents its own unique challenges While a guide dog or a hearing dog can get a rather standardised training for their tasks dogs meant to help autistic people need a different approach Caroline who is autistic herself says While there can be differences in personal circumstances most blind people for example will broadly face similar challenges such as having to cross busy roads or having to walk around obstacles In these cases once the dog has mastered the skills to help they will be ready to help anybody with sight loss navigate the world COMPLEX SKILLS F rom assisting people with sight loss to sniffing out dangerous drops in blood sugar there seems to be very little that dogs cannot be trained to do A charity based in Congleton Cheshire is training dogs to assist autistic children and adults in everyday life and it is the only assistance dog programme to hold Autism Accreditation from the National Autistic Society NAS Caroline Preston acting CEO of Autism Dogs Charity says that the charity s start was as simple as it 32 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 gets a farm an idea and a family with a very particular set of skills to make it reality It was very much a family thing really Caroline says My husband Andrew is a dog trainer and our daughter Tate is a veterinary surgeon We started the charity in 2016 with help from friends and acquaintances who had experience working with mental health not a huge network and to this day we still work mostly out of our farm where most of the dogs are trained It s been a very busy few years for sure However when it comes to autism assistance dogs things are more complicated There are many different ways in which autism can manifest itself varying greatly from person to person therefore an autism assistance dog requires a more complex range of skills and we must put greater focus on the unique needs of the person the dog is going to be paired with This has caused issues before because well meaning people have tried to train dogs to assist autistic children but they trained them for just the standard scenarios as you would with guide dogs only to later realise this did not even begin to cover the range of issues the dogs would have to face once paired up with a handler It is absolutely vital to understand the people we are working to help their challenges and their needs A lot of those who work with the charity including myself are autistic It helps us better connect hope to meet So how do they choose what cases to take on We are often approached by parents therapists or specialist schools usually when the autistic person needs a new coping strategy and they think a dog may be it Caroline says We probably get something like 12k enquiries a year they then turn into about 600 proper requests which are looked at by our specialists If we think that we have the right resources and skills to help and that the candidate would indeed benefit from a dog we take on the people we feel we can help the most MATCHMAKING We deal with a lot of people in their late teens or early adulthood Teen years can be particularly difficult for autistic people whether or not they can access proper help is a postcode lottery and as they grow older their families may find themselves unable to cope And so too many people shut doors and sit inside too embarrassed to even leave the house with them and we also get to learn more about ourselves we re very motivated to do our absolute best Autism Dogs Charity works with very vulnerable children as well as adults and Caroline says supporting their families is also crucial As the dog is trained in specific techniques tailored to the needs of the person they will go on to assist the families are also taught how to work with the dog Dog welfare is paramount as well Caroline explains They are living breathing beings We need to ensure that the dog s needs are also met so that they can have a happy life while also providing a benefit to their new family We are not handing these people a tool we re giving them a partner and both sides need training and support to thrive together LUCKY PICKS It is estimated that around 700k people in the UK have a diagnosis of autism This leaves Autism Dogs Charity in the same position as many other charities who train assistance dogs an overwhelming demand that they cannot possibly Once they are enrolled we do more detailed profiling as it gives us a better perspective on what the right dog would be We work with the information we have and then we bring in dogs to assess and put together the candidates Each of them will have been through behavioural assessment already by that point so that we know they can cope with things and are happy with the job they are given They go through some very basic training first once we see they are ready for further training they meet the candidate After being matched having done the basics they do another three months of more specialised training and then the client comes to the farm and starts working along with the dog and the trainers During the time of basic training the future handler s family also goes through assessments and mental health support As well as preparing them to work with the dog we work with all immediate family members and carers and give them coping December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 33

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with oppositional behaviours when the autistic person cannot tolerate the touch from a person or anyone in their personal space because even then they will let the dog in Dogs can get through so many barriers it is amazing to see Caroline third from left with some of Autism Dogs clients Once everyone is stable we start to have the dog learn more about the specific tasks they may have to do or learn to cope with what is likely to happen We prepare them through play and gameplay so that they can recognise the signs of something about to happen such as anxiety attacks or a meltdown and they can intervene before things get out of hand defusing the situation Our dogs are extremely effective at interrupting self injury and self harm They can calm people and motivate them to get up in the morning and look after themselves They can work wonders Unlike other assistance dogs charities Autism Dogs asks the families to make a sizable contribution towards the training of the dog something they are looking to change Caroline says Currently our clients are asked to contribute 14 990 to their programme which is a percentage of the true costs involved thanks to the volunteer work contributed Of course this may include the training of multiple dogs if the first match doesn t work out We changed our Community Interest Company CIC model to a Charitable Incorporated Organisation CIO model to enable us to raise donations and access grants to reduce this cost further so that we can offer our service to people on lower means or unable to fundraise Grow To n r a ge e t y L r he WORKING WONDERS Funding model Pla strategies as well as tools to deal with some things differently if we feel that is needed explains Caroline Other family members may need help like distressed siblings We try to give them all the best help all around and that is before we even add in the dog Autism Dogs Charity trains dogs to help autistic people of all ages but Caroline says there is a demographic they see a lot of teenagers We deal with a lot of people in their late teens or early adulthood Teen years can be particularly difficult for autistic people whether or not they can access proper help is a postcode lottery and as they grow older their families may find themselves unable to cope And so too many people shut doors and sit inside too embarrassed to even leave the house GREATEST STRENGTH We probably get something like 12k enquiries a year they then turn into about 600 proper requests which are looked at by our specialists If we think that we have the right resources and skills to help and that the candidate would indeed benefit from a dog we take on the people we feel we can help the most 34 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 I think the fact our programme is run in most part by autistic people is one of our greatest strengths We know this shame this lack of understanding Being autistic does not mean you re stupid and not capable even though it can feel like it you can be hugely capable but express yourself differently in a way most people don t understand It s always good to see the difference we can make and the trust between the dogs and their handlers The dogs become so important to them it changes the entire household s pecking order with the dog at the very top but we have yet to hear a complaint about that P For more information on Autism Dogs Charity visit www autismdogs co uk Our expertly designed Coachi range was developed by Dr Roger Mugford and his team of training behaviour specialists at the Company of Animals The range is focused on training through positive learning experiences helping to create a loving bond between you and your dog Recall Manners Play Reward Tricks Retrieval Find us To explore our collection visit www companyofanimals com

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Photo posed by models Postbag continued From Facebook OUR FOLLOWERS SHARED THE TIMES THEY WALKED OUT OF A E TO LOOK AFTER THEIR PETS Samantha Finch I had cat scratch fever and the red line was travelling up my arm They wanted to admit me and I told them I had six dogs at home to finish the bag of IV antibiotics and write me a prescription for more because I was going home COST OF LOVING I have seen a lot of articles and blog posts on how the cost of living crisis is affecting animals and I have also seen and heard people commenting disparagingly saying that we should worry about people first What part of helping struggling pet owners care for their pets does not qualify as helping people Are pet owners not people Having to give up one s pet is the kind of pain I wouldn t wish on anyone There is so much guilt and so many what ifs so much blaming yourself because ultimately you were supposed to provide for them and were unable to do it I m not even going to get into the mental health angle of it What a blow for someone who has lost financial security to also lose their pet I grew up rather poor and our parents sometimes would go the entire day on just one meal but they knew how much losing our dog would have hurt us kids much more than having to wear ill fitting hand me downs They went to great lengths so we didn t have to give him up That dog made my childhood so much brighter and I know my parents still think it was well worth the sacrifice Jo Kelly Kimberly Craig I don t have time for someone to freestyle some stitches on a wound that s probably already stopped bleeding But if I don t feed my cats on time one bloody gash will be the least of my problems Kim R Cooper I have removed my own IV and walked out to go home and care for my fur babies Something always comes up to delay a discharge But an IV definitely won t hold me hostage Hannah Weiss I was involved in a car accident and was taken to the emergency room I could stand and walk so nothing serious but they wanted to check me out Unfortunately I was low priority and there were a few emergencies taking precedence all while my dogs were home alone and no one could go walk feed them In the end I had to get up and walk out I was so frazzled I didn t tell anybody I was discharging myself so I caused some confusion when it was finally my turn and I was gone from the stretcher Mike Slugworth Lewis I had to leave the hospital with a speck of concrete directly in the centre of my pupil after waiting for six hours to be seen I couldn t leave my little bud waiting any longer Obituaries Your tributes If you want to pay tribute to a departed pet or have a suggestion for a lost star dog write to us at the address on page 3 or email editorial dogstodaymagazine co uk and put Tribute in the subject line Ottie I felt your last breath as I begged you to breathe I watched the life fade from your eyes as tears ran from mine I held your limp body begging you not to leave me And rested my head on your chest 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Great Debate If you have an opinion on this subject that is not already covered here putting Great Debate in the subject line Please limit your response to email enquiries dogstodaymagazine co uk 100 words Kara Williams Personally I have not had any problems since my vet practice has been acquired by a corporation However I would welcome an enquiry no harm can come from an assessment of the situation Trace Brown Yes 100 there should be an enquiry Corporately owned veterinary businesses are unregulated and can charge what they like to the detriment of patient care the instances of economic euthanasia for example must have rocketed The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons has zero jurisdiction over these businesses as they only deal with serious professional misconduct whatever that is taken to mean of named veterinary surgeons and nurses on their register They have no powers to act if a client or employee has a complaint about a corporately owned business and no powers to cap fees Despite this many of the RCVS council now work for corporate vets so corporate interests are very much represented by the RCVS despite them having no jurisdiction over them The large scale buyout by the corporates was done predominantly by stealth with the client having no idea the practice they had been going to for years in many instances was now no longer owned by the vets themselves and seemed to be done quite deliberately under the radar of the Competition and Markets Authority Many corporates also have monopolies in some areas not only the day vet but also outof hours In East Lothian where I live for example there are no independently owned veterinary Should there be an enquiry into the corporate takeover of the veterinary profession in the UK Maria Ruiz Rosado Definitely I ve had to change vets several times as prices doubled just after being bought by a big company It would be great if there was some sort of control Jo Marshall Yes absolutely Liz Underwood Yes 40 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Jacob Green Yes why not I feel like a bit of an outlier as I don t have strong feelings one way or the other but surely an enquiry cannot hurt If it finds that the situation needs changing then it s a step towards change if it finds things are fine as they are it should put the matter to rest I see no downsides to a fair enquiry Julie Butler Definitely I wonder what s the view of the Competition and Markets Authority Carole Morton Vet treatment is becoming unaffordable which will lead either to animals being put to sleep or left to suffer Annette Lockhart At this moment I think we as a country and pet owners have much more pressing problems to be concerned about to be honest In the future though no reason not to hold an enquiry It can go either way so no real reason to be against it unless it s to hide something in my view practices left All practices are private equity owned by two companies who both run their own out of hours services My dog s case featured in a Daily Mail article in January 2022 She had a botched surgery in January 2019 at my local practice which led to her having to have 42cm of intestine a ureter and kidney removed From the original surgery she had a further three life saving surgeries and an 11 night stay at the out of hours hospital they use which cost almost 7 000 I had no idea at the time that both practices had been sold to the same company So in essence one practice made mistakes which another practice fixed but either way the same company gained financially to fix these mistakes After this horrific experience I obviously moved vets I am now with another corporate chain as there is no other choice where I live If something were ever to go wrong with this practice there is literally no other veterinary practice in my county I sadly lost one of my dogs in April this year and my practice wanted me to use a pet crematorium that happens to be owned by them but they didn t tell me this I knew this was the case and chose to use an independently owned crematorium nearby but I thought this showed a lack of transparency There is no realistic consumer protection for veterinary clients This month s result 8 92 No Yes Maybe other than the civil court which is another issue that needs to be resolved it is practically impossible for a client to hold a vet accountable The vets and therefore the businesses they work for are protected by indemnity insurers but the client has no such protection If the client has pet insurance then they will cover the cost of treatment etc but if negligence mistakes have occurred then the vet practice is still being paid and isn t losing out financially Many of the corporates also pay for membership for their employees to the British Veterinary Association which again gives them much influence in this organisation The BVA would be unlikely to want to make any decisions that might upset their corporate founders by way of large scale paid memberships P Next month s topic is Should there be a penalty for distracting an assistance dog Email editorial dogstodaymagazine co uk with your thoughts putting Great Debate in the subject line or write to Great Debate Dogs Today The Old Print House 62 High Street Chobham Surrey GU24 8AA December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 41

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A My Dog Crush Photos by Tim Rose www timrosephotography co uk n unmistakable silhouette thanks to the finest ears in dogdom the Picardy Sheepdog has been best described as a GSD in a muppet suit Sponsored by For Dog People by Dog People Because your dog deserves the BEST NO MORE PULLING NO MORE RIDING UP NO MORE RUBBING NO MORE COMING OFF NO MORE DISCOMFORT REVOLUTIONARY HEADCOLLAR Our survey of Picardy Sheepdog owners revealed Awarded Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2018 UK Winners 2013 2019 Dogmatic UK Ltd is on Facebook Endorsed by Dr David Sands BSc PhD CFBA Fellow of the Canine Feline Behaviour Association Call to join the ever growing number of people changing to Dogmatic 01952 245330 or visit us at www dogmatic org uk Character An alert shepherd dog the Picard is a natural herder and can make a great family dog in an experienced home and if properly socialised and trained Comments included Incredible family companion alert and so protective but still very friendly She has a good heart They love their people more deeply than any breed I ve had They make me smile every single day and they have a great sense of humour Lucca Ochre Photo by Sarah Medway www sarahmedwayphotography com www instagram com sarahmedwayphotography M any of us have dog crushes soft spots for breeds or types that we love but know we ll probably never own for lots of terribly sensible reasons Maybe you don t have enough hours in the day for the dog you dream of Perhaps you have a wandering eye and there are just too many dogs to fit into a lifetime Or you already have a house squashed full of adored allsorts that chose you In this feature we go through popular dog crushes and take a fresh look at what it would be like to actually live with them Lucca Photo by Sarah Medway www sarahmedwayphotography com www instagram com sarahmedwayphotography Picardy Sheepdog 42 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Training behaviour 59 described the Picardy Sheepdog as very clever for a dog Most knew an impressive array of training requests and more Owners reported their dogs could open doors and even child gates Hobbies included lure coursing rally obedience scentwork hoopers herding freestyle man trailing mondioring and theatre work However that s not to say they are easy dogs they have strong herding and hunting instincts and are naturally protective of their loved ones and property Can be weird with strangers said one respondent Another owner summarised what many others also said Be ready to devote two years of constant training They need patience and time lots of love and a good understanding of canine behaviour Not a breed for novice owners In general they are not a confident breed and are sensitive Socialisation is needed as early as possible and needs to be continued all the time Care The Picardy Sheepdog has a natural rugged appearance and is pretty low maintenance when it comes to grooming needing just a weekly brush to keep the coat in good order and to keep shedding under control The double coat consists of a dense undercoat and a harsh topcoat that is about 5cm long The Picard is lively energetic and a doer Most from our survey enjoyed an hour to 90 minutes a day but some had less some more But they are adaptable provided they are given some mental occupation games or training to stimulate their brains as well as their bodies Health 53 said the breed hardly had any problems and was very healthy 40 said the Picardy Sheepdog is no more unhealthy than any other dog and only 8 had made their vets rich No recommended health tests are listed by the Kennel Club but eye problems are sometimes found in the breed such as progressive retinal atrophy PRA and canine multifocal retinopathy CMR Brittle nails and sensitive digestion also crop up as do heart murmurs The Picardy Sheepdog Club has an informative health page on its website picardy sheepdog com for more information NO MORE PULLING NO MORE RIDING UP NO MORE RUBBING NO MORE COMING OFF NO MORE DISCOMFORT REVOLUTIONARY HEADCOLLAR 9 TIMES WINNER OF Product I can t live without Awarded Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 2021 UK For Dog People by Dog People Because your dog deserves the BEST Global 100 2020 WINNER Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 UK Winners 2013 2022 Dogmatic UK Ltd is on Facebook Call to join the ever growing number of people changing to Dogmatic 01952 245330 or visit us at www dogmatic org uk December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 43

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My Dog Crush Gentle Smart Loving Loyal Sensitive Goofball Guardian Independent Origins Jok Photo by Sarah Medway www sarahmedwayphotography com www instagram com sarahmedwayphotography T he Picardy Sheepdog or Berger Picard as it is also known is one of France s oldest sheepdog breeds It is thought to have arrived in northern France in the 9th century thanks to the Franks It was first shown in 1863 in the same class as the Beauceron and Briard other French farm dogs and could also have ties with the Dutch and Belgian Shepherd breeds The First World War almost decimated the Picard as northeastern France bore the brunt of trench warfare but it was recognised as a formal breed in its own right in 1922 and sufficient numbers had survived to keep the breed going A Picard played the lead role in the 2005 movie Because of Winn Dixie which put the breed under the spotlight but although interest increased it is still quite a small breed outside of its native France with around 40 in the UK Lucca Photo by Sarah Medway www sarahmedwayphotography com www instagram com sarahmedwayphotography Traits Owner s view Ochre Photo by Sarah Medway www sarahmedwayphotography com www instagram com sarahmedwayphotography 44 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 I t was a happy mistake that led Sarah Medway to this rather rare breed Years ago we noticed an interesting dog Einstein in the film Back to the Future At that time with limited internet resources I found a forum that mentioned Einstein was a Berger Picard Picardy Sheepdog I bought a book on dog breeds Einstein wasn t a Picard but we instantly fell in love with this distinctive looking character Years later when we were in a position to welcome a dog we researched various dog breeds joined the Picardy Sheepdog Club and their Facebook group Picardy Sheepdog Club of UK and Friends and decided the Picard was for us So many owners had said what incredible family companions they are with huge personalities Sarah says Lucca has completely lived up to her expectations saying she is the most beautiful soul and that she couldn t imagine life without her Sarah and Lucca both enjoy walking and Lucca is a hardy girl who loves to be outdoors in all weathers Her coat self maintains being a working outdoor breed dirt just falls off with a rub down to dry her and a weekly brush her coat is beautiful Sarah explains She is always alert and likes to let us know if she s unsure of a new outside noise with a couple of woofs and deep grumbles Hyper alert to her surroundings her ancient breed instincts are always prevalent working and protecting Bin day is hilarious she woofs at all the bins on a walk because they aren t where they should be Lucca loves hanging out with her human companions but Sarah jokes that Lucca didn t receive the memo about being aloof with people outside her family She welcomes all our friends with great enthusiasm An Irish Terrier has now joined the family and Lucca has been very welcoming even though he steals all her toys It took much longer for her to accept the Maine Coon cats in the home however Sarah explains Realistically it took about two years for her to accept they aren t play things She didn t hurt them at all but was quite bombastic with them Now they are a part of her family group and she protects them and has learnt to be gentle P NO MORE PULLING NO MORE RIDING UP NO MORE RUBBING NO MORE COMING OFF NO MORE DISCOMFORT REVOLUTIONARY HEADCOLLAR 9 TIMES WINNER OF Product I can t live without Awarded Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 2021 UK For Dog People by Dog People Because your dog deserves the BEST Global 100 2020 WINNER Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 UK Winners 2013 2022 Dogmatic UK Ltd is on Facebook Call to join the ever growing number of people changing to Dogmatic 01952 245330 or visit us at www dogmatic org uk December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 45

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My Dog Crush Best names Love the breed Shop the breed Jean Luc Lazlo Norman Sybil Luna Wookiee Noggle Wrigley Asterix Fleur Picardy Sheepdog Essential T shirt available in 18 colours and sizes small to 3XL The Picard is printed on the front and the back 17 51 from the Sarah Medway shop on redbubble com Advice for a newbie Jolie above Ochre right Photo by Sarah Medway www sarahmedwayphotography com What would you change Shedding Make their claws easier to trim Nothing More accepting of strangers Barking Less reactivity Prey drive More genetic diversity Best Facebook groups Picardy Sheepdog Club of UK and Friends We Love our Berger Picards You get out what you put in with this breed Do your research then have a very very very long think about whether you are really good enough to own this breed They are not for the faint hearted 9 TIMES WINNER OF Product I can t live without Awarded Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 2021 UK They are very sensitive adore their family but can be wary of the world outside Get a great trainer classes understand that they re not Labradors For Dog People by Dog People Because your dog deserves the BEST Handmade Picard brooch 3 5cm x 4cm 37 98 from LittleLion DesignsMK on etsy com Winter moonlight walk with my dog card by Sarah Medway inspired by her Picard Lucca who features in the Owner s View Comes with a brown craft envelope 3 64 with free postage from SarahMedway Designs on etsy com NO MORE PULLING NO MORE RIDING UP NO MORE RUBBING NO MORE COMING OFF NO MORE DISCOMFORT REVOLUTIONARY HEADCOLLAR 9 TIMES WINNER OF Product I can t live without Global 100 2020 WINNER Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 UK Winners 2013 2022 Dogmatic UK Ltd is on Facebook Call to join the ever growing number of people changing to Dogmatic 01952 245330 or visit us at www dogmatic org uk 46 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 or dark heather in sizes small to 3XL 21 14 24 53 from LuckySnout on etsy com Picard portrait in watercolour with charcoal and ink pencil 148mm x 210mm printed on thick paper and sold unmounted and unframed 19 42 from RikeBayerArt on etsy com Be prepared for an awful lot of hard work especially in the early years NO MORE PULLING NO MORE RIDING UP NO MORE RUBBING NO MORE COMING OFF NO MORE DISCOMFORT REVOLUTIONARY HEADCOLLAR v Picard Dogzilla unisex T shirt in black Awarded Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 2021 UK For Dog People by Dog People Because your dog deserves the BEST Global 100 2020 WINNER Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 UK Winners 2013 2022 Dogmatic UK Ltd is on Facebook Call to join the ever growing number of people changing to Dogmatic 01952 245330 or visit us at www dogmatic org uk December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 47

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Do you have a problem you d like answered by an expert Or do you Email your question to enquiries dogstodaymagazine co uk want advice from someone with personal experience of the issue German Shepherd Dog Photo posed by a model Crossbreeds Photo posed by models Quick question Debunking common myths about pet adoption How can DNA testing help improve our dogs lives EXPERT ADVICE Dr Joanna Ilska genetics research manager at the Kennel Club EXPERT ADVICE Dr Tammie King pet behaviourist at Mars Petcare s Waltham Petcare Science Institute MYTH 1 Pets that need to be rehomed are broken Be patient No pet comes as a ready made perfect companion regardless of whether you buy or adopt Adopted animals have often experienced more changes in their lives so can be quite sensitive to disruption But it s important that you take time to build a relationship of trust MYTH 2 Pets are only in a shelter as they weren t good pets for someone else Behaviour can be modified Pets are given up for many reasons from their owners losing jobs cost of living unwanted behaviour families splitting up moving abroad downsizing As with any new relationship your adoptive pet may not show their true personality until two or three weeks after you ve brought them home as it takes them time to settle Be mindful of this and work with your new adopted pet to bring out their best side MYTH 3 You don t know the medical history of pets that need rehoming Often adopted animals from shelters come with part 48 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 or full behavioural and medical history Also it s worth carefully considering their diet It may seem like a little thing but it can make a big difference to the settling in process Ask the shelter what the dog has been fed previously and if they have any specific dietary requirements MYTH 4 Pets in shelters are always badly behaved Be mindful of individuality Cats and dogs have species specific needs and their own individual personalities Be sure that you give your new pet the opportunity to express their natural behaviour Ways to do this might include giving them mental stimulation through food dispensing toys training and also physical exercise Shelters are terrific sources of advice on pets individual traits MYTH 5 You don t know what you are getting with an adopted pet Establish a routine and ensure they have lots of positive experiences Where do they eat sleep go to the toilet Be clear and consistent as this helps to set the pet up for success It s important to encourage desirable behaviours for example toileting in the right place chewing appropriate items and how to interact with people DNA tests can check a dog s genetic status for known simple inherited conditions helping owners to better understand their dog s genes These services can have a huge impact on dog health by providing vital information for those who are thinking of breeding and want to avoid passing on inherited conditions to puppies as well as owners to know what conditions their dog may develop as they get older DNA tests for health are different to DNA breed identification tests which match a dog to the most likely breed s The DNA tests for health such as the Kennel Club s new DNA Testing Services allow owners and breeders to find out if their dog is likely to be affected by specific conditions and whether they may pass on the genes associated with these conditions if they re bred from The conditions tested for through these DNA health testing services are caused by a mutation in just one gene and as a result the inheritance of these conditions in puppies can be easily predicted if the parents have been tested With this knowledge breeders can make informed decisions to lower the risk of producing puppies affected by known health conditions and DNA testing offers a real opportunity to remove such disease causing genes from the breed s gene pool in a responsible manner Research has shown that the number of dogs at risk of inherited diseases can be dramatically reduced by responsible breeding thanks to the use of DNA tests Researchers from the Kennel Club have found that around 10 years after a DNA test becomes available the frequency of gene mutations that caused the disease in some breeds can decrease by a staggering 90 per cent or more By using DNA tests caring and responsible breeders can have a genuine and positive impact on the health of future generations of dogs in an easy accessible and costeffective way Specifically with the Kennel Club DNA Testing Services those who use the service can also contribute to driving further understanding of canine genetics and disease and the development of dog health initiatives with all data and profits reinvested into research as part of our mission of making a difference for dogs For owners understanding their dog s genetics and knowing which testable hereditary conditions they may be affected by allows preparation for the future Some dogs affected by hereditary conditions can go undiagnosed during the early stages of disease and missing the early signs of disease can leave dogs in unnecessary pain or discomfort Knowing in advance and being able to spot the early signs allows owners to take preventative steps to support their dog s health avoid conditions going undiagnosed and untreated and potentially avert costly vet bills to cover diagnostic tests and treatments later on DNA tests are increasingly based on a simple cheek swab that can be easily used at home by a dog s owner to collect their DNA sample This swab is then returned to a laboratory where the DNA is extracted from the cheek cells and analysed to determine whether the dog has any copies of the mutation s being tested for This type of DNA testing can take the guesswork out of looking after a dog s health and future for owners and more broadly can be used to reduce and ultimately eradicate significant inherited genetic disorders in dogs through responsible breeding The Kennel Club launched its DNA Testing Services in November developed to improve and protect dog health via genetic research and to promote responsible dog breeding Available for 80 breeds it checks a dog s DNA via a single cheek swab for a number of different inherited disorders and provides condition and or breed specific advice for breeders and owners A special Crufts discount will be available in March To access the service visit thekennelclub org uk TheKennelClubDNAtesting More information about the impact of DNA testing on dog health and the benefits for owners and breeders is available at thekennelclub org uk dnatesting December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 49

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Jack Russell Terrier Photo posed by models Quick question Five cleaning hacks to remove pet hair from your sofa EXPERT ADVICE Ray Jones sofa expert at interiors retailer ScS has shared six simple cleaning hacks that will banish pet hair and have your sofa back to normal in no time much water as this will result in soaking the sofa and could take a while to dry while also leaving water marks 1 Vacuuming Use a vacuum cleaner that is specifically designed for picking up pet hair and work it in multiple directions to loosen any stubborn hairs Don t forget to take off the base cushions arms and sides to really give your sofa the clean it needs to remove fur 3 Wipe it with tumble dryer sheets Running a tumble dryer sheet over your sofa can help trap pet hair thanks to the static absorbing quality of the sheets What s great about this hack is that as well as removing the hair and any dust build up you re also leaving a lightly scented trail behind so your sofa feels extra fresh 2 Rub it with a rubber glove Pop on a rubber glove slightly dampen it with water and then rub it over the surface of your sofa It may not be as thorough as a vacuum cleaner but you ll be amazed at how much fur you do pick up This also works with a rubber squeegee or a damp sponge just make sure you rub in different directions to pick up all the hairs Be careful not to use too 4 Go over it with a lint roller Lint rollers particularly come in handy when trying to remove unwanted pet hair Run it over your sofa and rip off the sections that get clogged with hair just as you would with your clothes Lint rollers tend to be more effective at getting rid of fur on larger surfaces eg your seat cushions and the back of your sofa because of their chunky design If you don t have a lint roller 50 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 to hand you can also do this with some sticky tape for a similar effect We recommend using parcel or duct tape for maximum efficiency just be careful not to be too aggressive or you risk damaging the fabric of the sofa 5 Run a sports sock over it Slightly dampen a sports sock turn it inside out put it over your hand and then you can pick animal hair off unwanted surfaces Sports socks work better than normal socks because they re thicker Again go easy on the water you don t want to end up with a soggy sofa Removing pet hair from sofas can be an unpleasant job but it s quick and easy with the right knowhow If you want to completely avoid getting hair on your sofa it s best to cover the areas your pet likes best with a blanket as a preventive measure That way all you need to do is bundle the blanket up and give it a wash to remove any unwanted hair

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Photo by Tim Rose www timrosephotography co uk Quick question instead are simply classed as objects Deciding on the ownership of a dog is conducted in the same way as a co owned car or a piece of furniture Who gets the dog after a divorce EXPERT ADVICE John Roberts is a partner and director of Austin Lafferty John has been with the firm for almost 20 years with experience in all areas of family law including divorce and separation adoption and contact D ivorce is of course an extremely stressful and difficult time for all involved and a situation that can become more contentious when a dog is involved Both parties will likely have a strong emotional connection to their four legged friend so how does a court decide who takes responsibility for the pet once the relationship is over Can the ownership of a dog be disputed civilly Whether or not the ownership of a dog can be disputed civilly will heavily depend on the nature of the divorce Ideally a couple will negotiate reasonably and come to an agreement without solicitors having to be involved However every divorce is different from the last and making decisions in this hightension scenario can often be difficult What is a dog in the eyes of the law A dog can be the core of a family unit with as much emotional connection as one may have to a child However in the eyes of the law it is quite different Children are classed as legal parties and in instances where custody needs to be arranged through the court decisions are made in the best interest of the child taking into account their age as well as physical and mental needs Dogs and any other pets are not considered a legal party but 52 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 So who gets the dog after a divorce Since the dog is viewed as an object or property they conform to usual property rules and ownership is decided as such There are a variety of factors that come into play but most often the decision is made based on how the dog entered the relationship If one partner owned the dog prior to the relationship then sole ownership will most often lie with them since originally it was their pet and not co owned by both parties However if the dog was purchased by one partner as a gift for the other the recipient of the gift is most likely to gain full ownership In most scenarios these rules will determine the ownership without any other factors being taken into consideration however couples with children may see an alternative outcome Children often gain a strong emotional connection with family pets and the court may rule that in the best interest of a child the dog should reside with them Although a dog is viewed as property the court will be well aware that it remains a living and breathing animal and therefore decisions may be swayed by the financial situation of both parties and their working patterns Is there an opportunity for shared ownership With divorces concerning children it s common that both parents will receive shared custody of their children with both parties having equal rights enforced by law Divorce cases involving a family pet can be resolved in a similar way but this highly depends on cooperation from both sides Can you declare ownership of a dog within a pre nup A pre nuptial agreement known as a pre nup is an agreement made and signed prior to marriage which in the event of a divorce predictates the split of assets between a couple Ownership of a pet can be declared within a pre nup and this will be taken into account in the event of a divorce This does not fully guarantee the court will agree but it will be a strong factor in the decision making process Is the decision swayed by who the dog loves more Unfortunately in a lot of divorce cases involving a dog both parties express equal desire for ownership A court has to make this decision based on the law rather than any emotional views A judge may allow both parties to express their feelings regarding the dog Ultimately though affection and familiarity are not grounds for deciding ownership

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French Bulldog Photo posed by a model Quick question Join our exclusive Sub Club With newsagents and supermarkets reducing their shelf space for magazines it s getting harder to find us Help us by subscribing and reap the rewards d Buy irect and save more than 17 a year Get your first issue for only 1 Then it s 9 99 quarterly by Direct Debit UK only EXPERT ADVICE Reverse sneezing is an aptly named phenomenon Where a forward sneeze is a forceful expulsion of air that acts to clear mucus out of the nose due to irritation a reverse sneeze is when an animal s nose soft palate or throat is irritated and goes into spasm leading to forced inhalation to try to catch their breath An animal s throat can be massaged and their neck extended out to help an episode pass though they are normally self limiting A reverse sneeze most commonly occurs in response to dust or other irritants in the air It can also occur when an animal is excited is eating or drinking or pulls on the lead when walking The episode normally lasts for 54 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 a short period of time and then does not occur again It is when an animal is seen to be reverse sneezing persistently that investigations should be performed to address why an animal has irritation in its nose In these situations reverse sneezing can be in response to exercise intolerance because of a heart issue allergies or an abnormal structure foreign body in the throat Investigations into reverse sneezing may involve different things depending on what is suspected to be the cause An animal may be given antihistamines or other medication if an allergy is suspected a heart scan may be done if a cardiac issue is Delivered free to your door 15 voucher for PurrfectlyYappy com minimum spend 75 Call us for the special code Reverse sneezing what is it Reverse sneezing is relatively common in dogs but it can be quite alarming to witness if you re not familiar with it Dr Anna Foreman Everypaw Pet Insurance s in house vet gives some advice Save money enjoy a 17 04 saving over the year suspected or imaging for example rhinoscopy where a small camera is passed up the nasal passage may be performed if a foreign body or mass is suspected Brachycephalic dogs such as French Bulldogs Pugs etc especially smaller ones commonly reverse sneeze due to malformation of their upper airways leaving an excess of soft tissue irritating the back of their nose brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome BOAS In these cases surgery can be performed to remove the excess soft tissue to open up the animal s airways leading to less resistance when breathing and exercising If an owner notices an animal persistently reverse sneezing or upper respiratory distress is seen they should book an appointment with their vet for an examination P Chance to win one of 50 Nerf dog toys Get the magazine before it s in the shops Call 01276 402599 lines open weekdays 9am 5pm or subscribe online www dogstodaymagazine co uk product dogs today uk subscriptions All new subscriptions will commence with the current issue Overseas prices Europe 65 20 for 12 issues Rest of World 79 80 for 12 issues The first 50 new or renewing subscribers this month will receive a fabulous Nerf dog toy so even your dog can benefit It s a win win win situation Please remember to include your dog s breed size and age in Dog breed and size during checkout Subscription gifts are only available to the first 50 subscribers each month sorry UK subscribers only By entering you confirm that your details will be passed on to the company providing these prizes for the purposes of distribution marketing December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 55

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Just for fun Use the clues to fill in the words below and solve the anagramsof these dog breeds Words can go across or down Letters are shared when the words intersect 1 3 2 Caption this Can you come up with a witty and amusing caption for this photo Winners of the Cross Question and Caption Competition will win a prize from Purrfectly Yappy The winning caption will win a Fuzzu A Gorilly Named Billy Dog Toy worth 13 99 from www purrfectlyyappy com The person who sends the first correct answer to the Cross Question will win a pack of SmartBones a healthy alternative to rawhide from www purrfectlyyappy com 4 5 How to enter 6 Do you have a funny pic you d like us to feature Please email it to us at comps dogstodaymagazine co uk Winning caption Monica Levers Across 4 Amanda lit 9 5 cc how who 4 4 6 broiling deterrent 10 7 Check your chip TIP Keep a note of your dog s microchip number and database details on your mobile phone Notify the microchip company immediately if your dog goes missing and register on www doglost co uk Breast be going then Paul Martin Just for fun Unscramble the jumbled letters in the circles Can you find these big small and inbetween breeds A B TDR G N EEA A HPN SJ C VERT LOT FRE CI I don t know which groomer she went to but I m steering well clear October Cross Question Solution Storm s parents are a Bichon Frise and a Jack Russell The first correct answer came from Laura Gregory She s been naked all day and she moans when I sniff my friends butts in public Gordon Brown Can you guess which breeds Maisie s parents are When time came to go back to the office we had to get creative to help our dogs cope Luckily some dogs are not very clever Jen Connor In the ring answers A Great Dane B Flat Coated Retriever C Japanese Chin 56 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 57 Bichon Frise Jack Russell by Tim Rose www timrosephotography co uk Don t know which database your dog s microchip is registered with Type your chip number into www check a chip co uk Cross Question October Caption Runners up Been waiting all day for her to take us for a walk but she hasn t moved an inch Pennie Petunia In the ring Since April 2016 it has been compulsory for all dogs over 8 weeks of age to be microchipped and details registered and kept up to date with an authorised database Have you checked that your dog s chip is working is correctly registered and all contact information is up to date Send your Caption Competition Cross Question entries together with your contact details via email to comps dogstoday magazine co uk or post to December January Competitions Dogs Today The Old Print House 62 High Street Chobham Surrey GU24 8AA to arrive by 26 January 2023 Photo submitted by Sam DeVanche Down 1 fencer panfish 13 2 deli lifespan 5 7 3 ether glistens 7 6 Criss cross answers 1 Affenpinscher 2 Field Spaniel 3 English Setter 4 Dalmatian 5 Chow Chow 6 Bedlington Terrier Photos by Tim Rose www timrosephotography co uk Criss cross Put the kettle on and have a go at our competitions Ronnie Photo submitted by Sarah Gregory Tea break

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Prize crossword Compiled by Gyles Brandreth Quick clues Cryptic clues Across Down Across 1 Russell type of terrier 4 3 Spaniel originally bred in Notts 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 11 12 Nationality of a kind of spitz 8 1 Sailor Russell s breed 4 3 Spaniel caught sitting on Type of Cavalier named after Duke of Marlborough s seat 8 11 First of Corgis shows 14 15 17 19 20 Large breed 7 13 County breed Susan expels is town 7 8 Region of France associated with this month s breed crush 7 9 10 11 13 Large Japanese dogs 5 Scottish port 5 Removes dirt 6 Breed from a southern English county 6 7 16 Like pet after he s rolled in the dirt 6 18 Spiny plant 5 21 Lozenge shape 5 22 Document once owned by 19 Down 7 23 Small Chinese dog 7 24 Cut 4 Prickly plants 5 useless furniture 7 Bashful 3 8 Pray CID can rebuild French Loosen knot 5 spaniel s home region 7 Small African hunting dog 7 What Rover might do after long walkies 4 Country of the Basset Bleu de Gascogne 6 Small breed of terrier 5 9 To expert soldiers they re 1 Down dogs 5 10 Perhaps ran in home of Scottish Terrier 5 inclination has a wash 6 Charge 6 vicious 6 7 16 Flit about extremely happy Oriental country of the Lhasa getting very dirty 6 Person with a dog 5 First name of comedians Sykes and Morecambe 4 18 A pain in the paw for pooch 5 21 Shape of Rottweiler has offended mongrel bitch initially 5 22 Guided 3 22 Once proof of being 19 Down 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 23 Like some Chinese canines Chow first took some relaxation 7 7 24 What Poodle gets in the 9 8 parlour That s neat 4 Down 10 1 11 12 13 2 Plants come to life in the Channel Isles 5 15 14 Type of Oriental terrier on first of January maybe takes a nap see 8 3 Shy army commander on yard Win this The winner of this month s crossword will receive a Kong Wild Knot bird a squeaky plush toy with internal knotted rope and minimal stuffing for minimal mess Available from PurrfectlyYappy com How to enter 16 17 18 loses head 5 19 5 Hunting dog humble New Jersey one 7 20 21 among 23 Across 4 22 24 Name _________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ ____________________________ Postcode _________________ Telephone _____________________________________________ Email address ___________________________________________ Breed type of dog _______________________________________ 58 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 We occasionally loan our address list to charities and companies we feel may be of interest to you Please tick if you do not wish to receive this information Q Loudly ran to this foreign Poodle s home 6 11 12 14 15 Some nice Skye Terrier 5 Spaniel s stately home 8 Kind of dog turn one round 7 What a big dog is likely to discourage N nail one for starters 6 17 Foreign home for a terrier Thailand I wager 5 19 He has a pet possession 5 20 Boy squeezed by Boxer I cringe 4 22 Taken away on lead That sounds heavy 3 A C O C K E R S P A N I E L O H W R O D H S E L R A H C G N I K R E I L A V A C C H I N E S E C R E S T E D A I R M D I R A E L U T E D N O T O C B R N C E E G C A V A P O O T S N U X D N K K X T F R H A Z J Q P R E I R R E T Y K S E C I O E Y T G O D O M I K S E N A I D A N A C S F K A J Y I U M Q R N W V N I C K A N A O K W L K L R B R C H V O T H F N R A P H Q A E A W V I C I R U G H K E X A G E D K I I X N E O O P A K C O C B U I I K N F D R R X N H C D O E R B I O O U R E I W U O Q O N Z E C W S P Q H A N H A B Q X R H H Y X R N E O X A S U D V S C A E F F C L U M B E R P O F B A J J G U Y N O A H H O U G U Z W D F P H A Z L E R N V N R T U Q T Y Y J U O W U I K P Q E A K D E K Q G D S Q G T G G A Q C D G C A U C A S I A N S H E P H E R D D O G Cairn Terrier Canaan Dog Canadian Eskimo Dog Cane Corso Cardigan Corgi Catalan Sheepdog Caucasian Shepherd Dog Cavachon Cavalier King Charles Cavapoo Cesky Terrier Chesapeake Bay Chihuahua Chinese Crested Chorkie Chow Chow Chug Clumber Cockapoo Cocker Spaniel Coton de Tulear November Solution Across 3 Sealyhams 7 Ounce 8 Finnish 9 Italian 11 Smack 12 Eon 13 Mexican 16 Kes 18 Snout 20 Segment 21 British 22 Niece 23 Shepherds Down 1 Collie 2 One man 3 Seaside 4 Affenpinscher 5 Hangman 6 Music 10 Toy 13 Mount up 14 Afghans 15 Pen 16 Kennel 17 Stayed 19 North Chow Chow posed by a model Address ________________________________________________ 7 E E E V A K G E E G O D N A A N A C Z X Akita by Tim Rose www timrosephotography co uk 23 6 The others can be found Just for fun Can you find these breeds Search up down forward backward and on the diagonal Complete the crossword grid then post your entry to arrive by 26 January 2023 to December January Crossword Dogs Today The Old Print House 62 High Street Chobham Surrey GU24 8AA The first correct entry pulled out of the hat after the closing date will win the prize The judge s decision is final 3 4 Let off the leash Relative Wordsearch December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 59

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Classified adverts Holidays Training Services Products Want to advertise your business in our classified section Email mike dogstoday magazine co uk or call now on 01276 402591 Boturnell Farm Cottages Dogs stay free Home from home for you and your dogs If they are relaxed then you can relax Every cottage has an enclosed garden for those late night early morning comfort breaks PLUS 8 acres of woods Throws for the furniture Animal rst aid kit www dogs holiday co uk PEAK DISTRICT Very dog friendly family run Country Inn with self contained rooms in the grounds Open e from th l 12th Apri 2021 Dog Partridge We can t wa it to see you Fabulous Beer Garden Terrace serving Dinner Lunch and Drinks Overnight stays short breaks available from 12 4 21 In room dining also available for all meals including breakfast and drinks 01335 343183 www dogandpartridge co uk Is it time your dog joined the movement choosing British artisan craftsmanship instead of cheap riveted tat that s been mass manufactured in a faraway land The award winning padded leather collar from D H is individually handmade at our London workshop A sturdy construction with padded soft leather lining solid equestrian standard metal fittings Made for your dog s safety security and comfort And your peace of mind Plus it s ever so stylish Available in a range of traditional and contemporary shades Suitable to breeds of all sizes but especially popular among shorter or smooth coated breeds also ideal for example for Alsatians and Goldens because the soft rolled leather edge helps to minimise breaking of the coat www dogsandhorses co uk 60 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 Canine Sanctuary of the Month Lizzie s Barn Sanctuary Our dogs are primarily from organisations unable to manage their complex needs They live a wonderful life here with us and their compatriots free from the mistakes stresses and traumas from their former lives A place of sanctuary a safe haven with essential social experiences where they can relax and become their best selves Sadly they are the forgotten ones It s a constant struggle for financial support as far too few are aware of the role of sanctuaries Find out more about our work and how you can help at www lizziesbarn co uk December 2022 January 2023 Dogs Today 61 Advertising feature Best Dog Collar Overall The Independent Advertising feature Canine Product of the Month

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Classified Adverts adverts Classified Charities Products Art Charities Training Art Lintran K9 award winning dog equipment transport systems UK Westie ReHoming The Dog Lovers Registration Club Registered Charity England Wales 1108659 Scotland SC045329 Register your Pedigree puppies and adult dogs online for beautiful gold bonded pedigree paperwork with same day processing www westierehoming org 0844 879 4260 For more information visit www dogregclub co uk or call either 0161 792 2479 or 0161 729 2350 Estate Cars Dog trailers pick up s vans All 4 x 4 vehicles Westie ReHoming is a charity dedicated to the welfare and rehoming of the West Highland White Terrier We take in westies needing a new start in life and place them into a suitable home where they will be loved and have their needs met Dog Gun System T 01673 885959 enquiries lintran co uk www lintran co uk information westierehoming net PO Box 4204 Swindon SN2 9LA Westie ReHoming 30 westierehoming4 YEARS The Emotional Art of Dog 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CharitySpotlight Spotlight Charity established 1958 We are a non destruction sanctuary for abandoned unwanted dogs PRIORY ROAD ASCOT BERKSHIRE SL5 8RJ 01344 882689 We rescue and rehome 100s of dogs and cats in London every year themayhew org 020 8962 8000 Registered Charity No 256728 We rescue and rehome collies and collie crosses throughout the UK Why not subscribe to our Border Collie World quarterly magazine Only 10 00 pa Sponsor a puppy from just 1 a week BORDER COLLIE TRUST GB Registered Charity No 1077588 Welcome Welcome to to Charity Charity Spotlight Spotlight a handy reference point for good folk le of folkdoing doinggreat great work work We re We rehelping helpingto toraise raise the the profi profile of this diverse diversegroup group of of people people and and we weencourage encourage you youto to get get involved involved with withthem them be beitit fundraising fundraising or or even even volunteering volunteering Help us to help more Please contact us or visit our 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Charity No 1077588 A barkingmaddogrescue We rescue and rehome 100s of dogs and cats in London every year Please help us to help more www themayhew org 020 8962 8000 But many more masks are needed The Labrador Lifeline Trust is now in its 27th year of rescuing many years of hard workill treated CDRS an independent charity It andfter rehoming unwanted and is abandoned CDRS bought its own premises receives no Government funding and Labradors irrespective of age or infi rmity in Chivery near Tring Herts and relies entirely on the generosity of the WE RESCUE KILL SHELTER AND ABANDONED DOGS FROM ROMANIA AND REHOME THEM IN THE UK AND GERMANY rescue and rehome Saving We collies and collie crosses throughout the UK Why not Yorkshire s subscribe to our Border World quarterly Dogs Collie magazine Only 10 00 pa Registered Charity No 1167291 To rescue COLLIE rehabilitateTRUST and rehome BORDER GB vulnerable atour risk dogsforfrom Yorkshire Please contact usand or visit website more information 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For Dog People by Dog People Because your dog deserves the BEST Confessions of a dogaholic W here was I I was about to tell you what happened to the man who may or may not have found a cure for cancer when he encountered a very angry TV journalist If you struggle to remember Roger Cook he was probably the first to pioneer toe inthe door interviews with people who would try to punch him or the camera His Cook Reports were primetime ITV in an era where there wasn t anything else to do In December 1994 he decided to report on cancer quacks No they hadn t found a duck to tell all about the big C they d sniffed out a vet who was treating people Now on the face of it this was a good target for Roger But they d have stumbled on lots of people with terminal cancer who were getting better at the hands of a vet who didn t fit the title Vet John Carter didn t have a TV so had no idea what was happening when he was doorstepped by an animated Mr Cook On an average day John looked surprised by life a proper mad scientist just like the one in Back to the Future But stick a camera in his face and some lights and it was TV gold COOKED UP STORY 66 Dogs Today December 2022 January 2023 100 2020 WINNER Best Dog Collar Manufacturer 2020 UK REVOLUTIONARY HEADCOLLAR need to prove that John was not a quack that CV247 worked Imperial Cancer Research started a trial of CV247 on mice with tumours The head of research Hungarian scientist Professor Andor Sebesteny had spent many decades researching cancer cures but these results shocked him He saw the greatest reduction in fast growing tumours he d ever seen and there were no side effects Before we had Ofcom there was the ITC and they viewed all the evidence and decided Cook had been wrong to pick on John and one of those rare announcements was aired apologising for a programme Cook was furious and went on air after the announcement saying he stood by his story And then parliament got involved Stops dogs pulling on the lead and gives you back control Life Changing products for you and your dog 9 TIMES WINNER OF Product I can t live without COOK OFF Then there was a second bigger apology that ran just before the News at Ten And we didn t see quite so many reports from Mr Cook Andor had been so moved by what he d seen in the lab that he went to work alongside John in his ramshackle Harrow practice He would try to get John to document all his cases so CV247 could apply for a licence and that others could use it too Years later I would be there again No not with a dog Sally was cured This time with my father but I am getting ahead of myself Back in 1996 my dad was still fighting fit and Dogs Today was waging a war on tail dockers We d got into a spot of bother for calling our contest for the best tail on a traditionally docked dog Rear of the Year The man who owned the brand threatened to sue Channel 4 s Big Breakfast who had just agreed to televise our event Tails you Win was my replacement title It s not just Roger who had a nose for a title P NO MORE PULLING NO MORE RIDING UP NO MORE RUBBING NO MORE COMING OFF NO MORE DISCOMFORT AWARgDCoEllDar Best Do r 2020 21 UK re tu c fa u n a M tive Dog Most Innova cturers Collar Manufa 2019 Illustration KEVIN BROCKBANK John was devastated to be one of the first reality TV stars The show didn t mention he d never advertised for humans to try his methods At first he d only helped those who had already seen their own pets recover Cook didn t mention that John never charged people and that most had already received a terminal diagnosis from conventional doctors Or crucially that lots of people were delighted to be feeling better and getting better By now John had saved some people with influence and means and they got together to fight back This TV show had provoked a Get Carter Global Also available Collars Non Slip Leads and Gripper Training Leads offering added security and confidence throughout the winter months Endorsed by Dr David Sands BSc PhD CFBA Fellow of the Canine Feline Behaviour Association Call to join the ever growing number of people changing to Dogmatic 01952 245330 or visit us at www dogmatic org uk Winners 2013 2022 Dogmatic UK Ltd is on Facebook Matching accessories in a selection of colours with high quality workmanship and ttings

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