16+ hour, 27+ min ago   (274+ words) A rainy dog walk in Northumberland led to a decision, and now that decision has earned national recognition. Nigel Green, a volunteer from Slaley, has been named Volunteer of the Year by the Land Trust for his dedication to conservation…...

5+ day, 20+ hour ago   (203+ words) A new dog-grooming salon offering puppy pamper sessions and full grooms will open in County Durham next week. GoGo Grooming will welcome its first customers at 17 High Street, Willington, on Wednesday, September 16. The salon promises full grooms, puppy grooming and…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago   (527+ words) A Darlington woman has been banned from keeping animals for a decade after her “severely underweight” dog was put to sleep when he was found with maggots on his body, including in his eyes and mouth. Jenna Read, of Rockwell…...

2+ week, 20+ hour ago   (200+ words) A Darlington woman has been banned from keeping animals for 10 years after admitting causing unnecessary suffering to a dog that had weight loss and poor bodily condition. Jenna Reed, 39, of Rockell Avenue, appeared at Newton Aycliffe Magistrates’ Court on August…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (735+ words) Dog owners are being encouraged to slow down and let their pets lead the way as a new countryside attraction launches in the Durham Dales to celebrate the benefits of sniffing. The ‘Sniffari’ walking route, starting from the Rose & Crown…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (324+ words) A room inside a Teesside community centre could become a new doggy day care facility. Plans have been approved by Stockton Council for a general meeting room within The Robert Atkinson Centre in Thornaby to become a dog day care…...

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (303+ words) Poppy the Shetland pony brought smiles and fond memories to residents at a Peterlee care home when she paid a special visit to spend time with those living there. The four-legged guest, who arrived from Grove Equestrian, spent time at…...

3+ week, 20+ hour ago   (254+ words) A popular dog-friendly event is set to return to a North Yorkshire attraction offering owners and their pets a day of activities. Dog Day will take place on Sunday, September 6, at the Himalayan Garden and Sculpture Park near Ripon, in…...