Dogs Trust
This coverage reports on news, campaigns, and initiatives from Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity. Pet Gazette covers the organisation’s work in rehoming, training, and advocating for canine welfare, alongside its influence on public policy and industry standards. Coverage includes partnerships with pet retailers, suppliers, and service providers, as well as insights into how Dogs Trust’s activities impact the wider petcare sector, from consumer engagement to legislative change.
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May- 2020 -7 MayCoronavirus
Dogs Trust donates vital equipment to NHS amid Covid-19 crisis
Dogs Trust is helping to support the national effort in the fight against coronavirus by donating vital medical equipment to the NHS. The charity’s rehoming centres rallied together in support of our incredible health service – with Dogs Trust Loughborough donating 120 surgical gowns to nearby Lings Bar Hospital Meanwhile,…
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5 MayCoronavirus
Dogs Trust launches ‘a dog is for life, not just for lockdown’ scheme
Dogs Trust is urging the public to remember that “a dog is for life, not just for lockdown” as online searches to “buy a puppy” increase by 120%. As part of its new campaign, ‘a dog is for life, not just lockdown’, the charity is asking people to weigh up…
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Apr- 2020 -23 AprilCoronavirus
Dogs Trust warns of ‘ticking time bomb’ for separation anxiety post lockdown
Dogs Trust has warned dog owners over a “ticking time bomb” of separation anxiety following the coronavirus lockdown, when pet owners return to their normal routines. The charity has urged pet owners to spend extra time with their dogs during the lockdown as well as issuing advice on how to…
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22 AprilCoronavirus
Dogs Trust increases support for the homeless pet owners
The Dogs Trust has spoken about its ongoing support for homelessness organisations and homeless dog owners amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis. For over 25 years, the charity’s Hope Project has been supporting homeless dog owners across the UK. In the past two weeks alone, however, its website, which is dedicated…
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9 AprilPet Owners
Dogs Trust appeals to keep chocolate out of reach of dogs
Dogs Trust is appealing dog owners to be vigilant and keep the chocolate out of reach of their pets. With the bank holiday weekend approaching, Dogs Trust are aiming to raise awareness of the continued risk that the consumption of chocolate poses to canines. Lauren Price, from Gloucester, recently had…
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Mar- 2020 -25 MarchCharities
Leading animal organisations unite to support pets and owners through coronavirus
UK pet charities and experts join forces to offer advice to help owners care for their animals and each other. The coalition is concerned about conflicting and poor information which is leaving owners confused and anxious and animals potentially at risk. The organisers involved include: ABTC (Animal Behaviour and Training…
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20 MarchCharities
Dogs Trust implements new measures amid Covid-19 outbreak
The Dogs Trust has announced that it has introduced a “plan of action” to allow its continued operation, after “closely monitoring” the government’s advice regarding coronavirus. The first measure introduced is the introduction of an appointment-only system for its rehoming centres, effective 21 March. No walk-in members of the public…
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9 MarchCharities
Dogs Trust launches new ‘Big Scoop’ campaign
Recent research carried out by Dogs Trust, revealed that 69% of people surveyed claim they often witness dog walkers not cleaning up after their dog with 57% indicating that dog fouling is a big issue in their area. This has resulted in the charity launching a new annual dog fouling…
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5 MarchCharities
Dogs Trust offers advice for dog owners who need to self-isolate
Charity Dogs Trust has issued some tips on how dog owners can keep their dogs happy at home if they need to self-isolate and stay at home. Dogs Trust has issued five tips for dog owners, which include: having a treasure hunt, playing their favourite games and making them their…
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4 MarchCharities
Dogs Trust fostering programme enjoys ‘best year ever’
The Dogs Trust’s Home From Home fostering programme in Darlington said it has enjoyed its “best year ever” in 2019, providing 167 dogs with temporary foster homes while they waited on owners for permanent rehoming. This figure was up 15% from the year prior, after the group helped to foster…
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