Grandfather’s five pet pugs who nipped at postman are spared being put down

Allen Parkinson, 75, was hauled into court after the dogs escaped through his open French doors and set about Steve Humphreys A grandfather who faced having to destroy his five pet pugs after they surrounded a postman and nipped at his legs has been spared the ordeal of putting them to sleep – after a … Read more

Retired engineer, 75, faces having his dachshund and five pugs put to sleep for savaging postman

A grandfather-of-nine faced having to put down his pet dachshund and five pugs today after they surrounded a postman and nipped at his legs – leaving him scarred for life.  Allen Parkinson, 75, from Wilmslow, Cheshire, was hauled into court after the six dogs escaped through his open French doors and set upon the mailman … Read more

Pugs called Tuff and Paisley herd cattle on an Oregon ranch

Round ’em up! Two PUGS called Tuff and Paisley herd cattle on an Oregon ranch Paisley, three, and Tuff, one, are herding dogs at Silvies Valley Ranch, Oregon Footage shows the pair excitedly running after dozens of cows and goats Sara Jean Wedel taught Paisley commands after seeing her mimic Border Collies By Georgia Simcox … Read more

Retrievers and collies are more playful than pugs and Yorkshire terriers

Retrievers and collies are more playful because they used to be working dogs and needed a strong bond with humans, study finds Researchers analysed behaviour of almost 190,000 dogs from 138 breeds  Playful dogs are old working breeds that have a close relationship with humans   For example, sheepdogs, or foxhounds traditionally used for hunting   By … Read more

Bulldogs and pugs remain popular because they’re seen as ‘lazy’ and easy to look after

British dog owners are hooked on flat-faced breeds such as pugs and bulldogs – even though they are at higher risk of developing severe health problems. More than nine out of 10 owners (93 per cent) said they would opt for the same kind of pet again, and two-thirds (66%) would recommend their breed to … Read more

Demand for French Bulldogs and Pugs soars during the pandemic

Demand for ‘flat-faced’ puppies such as the French Bulldog and Pug has soared during the coronavirus pandemic, according to the UK Kennel Club. This has prompted a group of leading dog health and welfare experts to issue a warning urging the public to ‘stop and think’ before buying a dog of this type. Brachycephalic dogs, … Read more