Pets

Eddie Clutton and BVA president Elizabeth Mullineaux

East Lothian man's major honour for "distinctive contributions" to veterinary science

Dot Mckinley's trailer, which she uses to travel around with her pony Gwinny, was stolen on Thursday morning.

Dot Mckinley's trailer, which she uses to travel around with her pony Gwinny, was stolen on Thursday morning.

Owner of stolen horse trailer says: 'This is why I like animals better than humans'

Musselburgh drag queen putting on a show to help rescue animals

A safe den like this could be somewhere your dog could hide if scared by fireworks

A safe den like this could be somewhere your dog could hide if scared by fireworks

Vet column: How to keep your pets calm on Bonfire Night

Evie and Archie became unwell following a walk on Tuesday evening.

Evie and Archie became unwell following a walk on Tuesday evening.

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Dogs left 'staggering all over the place' after seemingly eating cannabis

Plans for a new dog walking facility off the A1 have been revealed

Plans for a new dog walking facility off the A1 have been revealed

Plans for new dog walking facility are revealed

Lakeland terrier Millie

Lakeland terrier Millie

Vet column: Terrier Millie's 'miracle' recovery from kidney problem

A chance to have your pet blessed is being offered in Dunbar tomorrow (Friday)

A chance to have your pet blessed is being offered in Dunbar tomorrow (Friday)

Pet blessings being offered in special church ceremony

A dog grooming business in Prestonpans has been given the green light

A dog grooming business in Prestonpans has been given the green light

Dog grooming business gets go-ahead from planning department

A cat show takes place in Musselburgh this month

A cat show takes place in Musselburgh this month

Championship cat show taking place in Musselburgh

The business is looking to remain on the site near Innerwick

The business is looking to remain on the site near Innerwick

Dog day care business looking for planning permission

A dog grooming business in Pencaitland has been given the green light

A dog grooming business in Pencaitland has been given the green light

Dog grooming business in converted garage approved

Many pets, like Maine Coon Fiona, love having their teeth brushed

Many pets, like Maine Coon Fiona, love having their teeth brushed

Vet column: Make sure to look after your pets' teeth

Lisa Williams horsing around at A charity workshop held by Fostering Compassion

Lisa Williams horsing around at A charity workshop held by Fostering Compassion

Charity's new recruit horses around at children's workshop

Making friends at Doghailes 2024

Making friends at Doghailes 2024

Paw-some time as furry friends enjoy 'Doghailes' in Musselburgh

Plans for a dog walking facility at Meadowmill are being weighed up by East Lothian Council

Plans for a dog walking facility at Meadowmill are being weighed up by East Lothian Council

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Dog walking facility for 'sensitive or nervous' dogs planned

There are plans for a dog grooming business in Prestonpans

There are plans for a dog grooming business in Prestonpans

Plans for dog grooming parlour in Prestonpans

Anne Ritchie and therapy pony Wilson get to know each other as John Sangster, from Therapy Ponies Scotland, looks on

Anne Ritchie and therapy pony Wilson get to know each other as John Sangster, from Therapy Ponies Scotland, looks on

Shetland ponies' visit brings joy to care home residents

Damage has been caused to play equipment in Pencaitland Park (pictured left, image: Google Maps), with dogs being blamed

Damage has been caused to play equipment in Pencaitland Park (pictured left, image: Google Maps), with dogs being blamed

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Dogs being blamed for damage caused to equipment at play park

Doghailes. Photo: Chris McCluskie Photography

Doghailes. Photo: Chris McCluskie Photography

Doghailes returns this weekend at Musselburgh's Newhailes House

A day at the beach with your dog can be fun but it's important to be aware of the dangers

A day at the beach with your dog can be fun but it's important to be aware of the dangers

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Vet warns all dog owners going to UK beaches of one ‘extremely dangerous’ threat

The dog grooming business has been planned for the residential street of Lamberton Court, Pencaitland

The dog grooming business has been planned for the residential street of Lamberton Court, Pencaitland

Plans for dog grooming service lodged for residential street

Billy is one of the dementia dogs on the course

Billy is one of the dementia dogs on the course

County office grants funds to dementia dog charity

P.D. Sully of Police Scotland to the rescue

P.D. Sully of Police Scotland to the rescue

Police dog hailed a hero for finding holidaymaker missing from Seton Sands

Lesley Winton and Holly Kilday from Fostering Compassion hand over the Smokey Paw kits to Karla Stevenson and Laura McHardy from Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

Lesley Winton and Holly Kilday from Fostering Compassion hand over the Smokey Paw kits to Karla Stevenson and Laura McHardy from Scottish Fire and Rescue Service

Fire chief praises organisation for providing lifesaving kits for animals

Lesley Winton and Holly Kilday from Fostering Compassion hand over the Smokey Paws kits to Karla Stevenson and Laura McHardy from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Inset: Meghan Ambrozevich-Blair. Images: Contributed

Lesley Winton and Holly Kilday from Fostering Compassion hand over the Smokey Paws kits to Karla Stevenson and Laura McHardy from the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service. Inset: Meghan Ambrozevich-Blair. Images: Contributed

Legacy of vet student killed in crash helps kit firecrews with pet oxygen masks

Bob Harvey and his dog Darcie. Image courtesy of Fostering Compassion

Bob Harvey and his dog Darcie. Image courtesy of Fostering Compassion

Search for care home heroes in honour of pensioner who wouldn't be parted from dog

Top dog Beckett takes to the winner's podium after being crowned Corgi Derby champion. In the background are Beckett's owner Heather Sliman with raceday commentator Robert Hogarth. Photo: J Shurte

Top dog Beckett takes to the winner's podium after being crowned Corgi Derby champion. In the background are Beckett's owner Heather Sliman with raceday commentator Robert Hogarth. Photo: J Shurte

New corgi champion crowned at Musselburgh Racecourse

Zhenya Dove, Ukrainian activist, spoke at the conference, after which a £25,000 donation was made to help stray and homeless animals in Ukraine

Zhenya Dove, Ukrainian activist, spoke at the conference, after which a £25,000 donation was made to help stray and homeless animals in Ukraine

Hundreds of Ukrainian animals helped by £25k donation after East Lothian conference

Milo is among the dogs being used to detect leaks in water mains in rural areas. Image: Scottish Water

Milo is among the dogs being used to detect leaks in water mains in rural areas. Image: Scottish Water

Sniffer dogs helping identify water leaks in rural areas

How do I stop my dog eating grass when out and about?

How do I stop my dog eating grass when out and about?

Why does my dog keep eating grass and is it bad for them?

Dogs should be kept on a lead near livestock

Dogs should be kept on a lead near livestock

Chief Inspector Ben Leathes column: Take care and enjoy Easter break

From left: Ivy, Tam and Torrin at Crufts

From left: Ivy, Tam and Torrin at Crufts

Trio of East Lothian dogs win awards at Crufts

Cat Fiona and Greyhound Jet

Cat Fiona and Greyhound Jet

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Vet column: What to consider when taking your pet on holiday with you

RNLI crew rescued stranded spaniel Stella after she was trapped on the rocks off the former Cockenzie Power Station

RNLI crew rescued stranded spaniel Stella after she was trapped on the rocks off the former Cockenzie Power Station

Watch moment RNLI crew save stranded dog off former county power station

Owners and their dogs can enjoy a fundraising coffee morning at the Mercat Grill

Owners and their dogs can enjoy a fundraising coffee morning at the Mercat Grill

'Doggy Barkfast' on offer this weekend at East Lothian restaurant

Stuart McNicol with dog Bramble at the new dog exercise park

Stuart McNicol with dog Bramble at the new dog exercise park

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New dog walking and training park set to open

Khoshekh and Dotty are among the animals being cared for by the SSPCA

Khoshekh and Dotty are among the animals being cared for by the SSPCA

Animal charity stages night of music to support pets in its care

All pet dogs in the UK need to be microchipped and registered on a database.

All pet dogs in the UK need to be microchipped and registered on a database.

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Do you need to microchip your dog and what happens if you don't?

Lia Louise McBride with her Ragdoll cat Coco on the beach at Musselburgh which was the inspiration for her new children's book series

Lia Louise McBride with her Ragdoll cat Coco on the beach at Musselburgh which was the inspiration for her new children's book series

Pet cats’ beach adventures told in new children’s book

The Scottish Government confirmed earlier this month that it would replicate the UK Government’s XL Bully ban in Scotland

The Scottish Government confirmed earlier this month that it would replicate the UK Government’s XL Bully ban in Scotland

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County residents warned to be aware of upcoming XL Bully legislation in Scotland

Vet column: Catching cat Kyla’s kidney problem early

Eight-year-old Alphie, a Cavapoo, was attacked while walking at Yellowcraig Beach

Eight-year-old Alphie, a Cavapoo, was attacked while walking at Yellowcraig Beach

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Pet rushed to surgery after being attacked by another dog at beach

Concerns about dog fouling at The Sands in Haddington

Concerns about dog fouling at The Sands in Haddington

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Dog walkers warned they face fine for not clearing up after pet

Lifeboat and Coastguard teams were unable to save the Labrador, which fell from cliffs at Winterfield in Dunbar. Main image: Copyright Jim Barton and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.

Lifeboat and Coastguard teams were unable to save the Labrador, which fell from cliffs at Winterfield in Dunbar. Main image: Copyright Jim Barton and licensed for reuse under this Creative Commons Licence.

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Dog owner left 'distraught' as pet dies in tragic accident

The Scottish Government is considering a ban on XL bully dogs

The Scottish Government is considering a ban on XL bully dogs

Scottish Government

Scots told not to buy XL Bullies as government considers banning breed

Brodie Cockburn

Brodie Cockburn

Vet column: The dangers of blue-green algae

Vets have shared that feeding their dog gravy or mince pies could be toxic to them.

Vets have shared that feeding their dog gravy or mince pies could be toxic to them.

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Vets warn to not feed your dog these toxic treats this Christmas

Dog coffee mornings are held at the Mercat Grill

Dog coffee mornings are held at the Mercat Grill

'Santa Paws' breakfast for dogs and their owners at Whitecraig pub

Adam Cusack with dad Frank and buddy dog Sam

Adam Cusack with dad Frank and buddy dog Sam

Getting buddy dog Sam is ‘best thing we’ve done’ says Musselburgh man

Sheep at Barns Ness. Image: East Lothian Countryside Rangers

Sheep at Barns Ness. Image: East Lothian Countryside Rangers

Residents encouraged to help count sheep

Jackie Muller with one of the ponies

Jackie Muller with one of the ponies

County woman Jackie’s 10-mile-a-day challenge is neigh bother!

Eirinn Reid with Twinkle and Twinkle in one of his videos

Eirinn Reid with Twinkle and Twinkle in one of his videos

County horse becomes TikTok viral sensation

Retriever Fergus reunited with his owner after being rescued by Dunbar RNLI. Image: Kevin Davidson

Retriever Fergus reunited with his owner after being rescued by Dunbar RNLI. Image: Kevin Davidson

Dog rescue by Dunbar lifeboat crew features on TV this evening