Dog communities all across the country are beginning to take a stand against a rise in dog thefts. Rather than simply standing back and letting dogs be taken, there is a system being designed that is similar to a neighbourhood watch but ultimately does have more specific connotations for dog owners. Protecting Dogs and Owners…
Dog Theft
Home Security Tips – Help prevent Dog Thefts
Over the last year, the amount of dog thefts from a home properties has skyrocketed. It is thought that the lockdown has increased the demand for puppies and dogs, and they are being stolen to order. With people working from home, many decided it was a great time to add a pet to their family,…
Dog Theft Prevention Tips
Dog owners who have a garden are some of the luckiest out there. Your dog has a natural environment where they can play and run, and you can let them out at any time of day. They’re getting lots of physical exercise! However, the COVID-19 pandemic has had an unfortunate side effect. Since people want…
Dognapping
Dog Theft on the increase take care when walking your dog! Over 60 dogs snatched every week Dogs taken from outside shops Dogs taken from outside schools Unsecured back gardens Unlocked cars An increasing number of pet owners have become victims of daylight, street theft, with criminals and organised gangs stealing companion and expensive,…
What to do if you find a lost dog
If you’ve discovered a stray dog, it’s probably more than likely that its owner is searching for it somewhere nearby. There are three important things to remember if you come across a stray dog – your safety, the safety of the dog and those around you. Here we give several suggestions for what to do…
Shopping and Dog Theft
Be cautious when taking your dog shopping due to the increase in dog theft. The mere thought of your beloved dog being stolen or taken from your home without your knowledge is enough to make you weep, but in reality, this is a very tangible threat. Thieves never steal dogs to love them! They abuse…
Chips and I.D tags – Why both are essential for keeping your dog safe
Any dog owner in England cannot fail to have noticed that by 6 April 2016, by law, their Dog must be microchipped. This has been introduced for many reasons, from encouraging better dog ownership to helping reunite lost or stolen dogs with their owner. What does the law say? All dog owners in England, Scotland…
What to Do if Your Dog Gets Lost
Dog loss is one of the most terrible events that could happen to a dog owner; one moment, your dog is with you, and the next, they disappear. Of course, it’s very stressful and upsetting when your pet goes missing, especially as there is the extra worry that he may be lying somewhere hurt or…