Pets

There's two weekends left to take part in Dogtember at Saltdean Lido.

Hundreds of dogs make a splash as popular pool event returns

Just fifteen Sussex Spaniels were registered in 2025, down from 49 a decade ago.

Just fifteen Sussex Spaniels were registered in 2025, down from 49 a decade ago.

A historic Sussex dog breed is on the brink of extinction

dog of the week

Playful George who loves hide and seek is looking for his forever home

Penny the pug swallowed loose change

Penny the pug swallowed loose change

Owner's thanks to vets who saved pug's life

Local government

Dogs could be banned from parts of several parks and public spaces under new rules

Pet Blood Bank UK has announced that they are starting to run lifesaving blood donation days in Plumpton.

Pet Blood Bank UK has announced that they are starting to run lifesaving blood donation days in Plumpton.

Dog blood donation scheme launches to help save pets across the country

Alexandra Gravett, founder of Noah’s Angels, with her 10 year old English Setter Jessie.

Alexandra Gravett, founder of Noah’s Angels, with her 10 year old English Setter Jessie.

Veterinary nurse launches end-of-life service for grieving pet owners

Copyright Free Dog Photo

Copyright Free Dog Photo

Local government

Dog walkers could be fined if they are caught without poo bags

A pup named Dexter having a great time at one of his first Dogtembers at Saltdean Lido.

A pup named Dexter having a great time at one of his first Dogtembers at Saltdean Lido.

World's largest dog swim event returns for four weekends of fun

Lewes Veterinary Centre.

Lewes Veterinary Centre.

Veterinary practice set to reopen after clients call for its return

Despite Poppy not being a popular name in West Sussex, a very special girl named Poppy at Dogs Trust Shoreham is hoping to find her forever home.

Despite Poppy not being a popular name in West Sussex, a very special girl named Poppy at Dogs Trust Shoreham is hoping to find her forever home.

UK's most popular dog name fails to make county's top five

Luna and Labrador Flash.

Luna and Labrador Flash.

Abused kitten finds loving home after suffering suspected fractured skull

West Wittering has secured a place in a new UK-wide guide from Vets Now highlighting some of Britain's best beaches for dogs.

West Wittering has secured a place in a new UK-wide guide from Vets Now highlighting some of Britain's best beaches for dogs.

Popular beach named among UK’s top seaside destinations for dogs

Horse rehabilitation centre being investigated by charity regulator

Shillo, Savanna, Moose from Aldwick

Shillo, Savanna, Moose from Aldwick

Readers share their furry friends for International Dog Day

Healthy Pet Club Advanced offers unlimited access to veterinary expertise

Healthy Pet Club Advanced offers unlimited access to veterinary expertise

Hove vet launches a new pet healthcare plan with unlimited consultations

Introducing a new dog to an existing pet at home can be nervous, but there are ways to manage it

Introducing a new dog to an existing pet at home can be nervous, but there are ways to manage it

Canine expert shares how to safely introduce a dog to another pet at home

Therapy dog becomes valued member of team supporting young people

Saltdean Lido is preparing to welcome over 16,000 dogs and their humans for four ‘Fur-filled’ weekends.

Saltdean Lido is preparing to welcome over 16,000 dogs and their humans for four ‘Fur-filled’ weekends.

16,000 dogs to take over popular outdoor pool for swimming event

Peggy has been reunited with her owners

Peggy has been reunited with her owners

Missing cat reunited with family after more than three years

Sakiya, 6, from Worthing

Sakiya, 6, from Worthing

Readers celebrate International Cat Day in Sussex with adorable pictures

Brighton was in the top 10 best cities for pet owners.

Brighton was in the top 10 best cities for pet owners.

Sussex city ranked in UK top 10 for opportunities for pets and owners

Founder Jack Lockyer.

Founder Jack Lockyer.

Jewellery business shortlisted for national green award

Appeal to find homes for cats with simple medical needs

A compassionate new service is redefining how families say goodbye to their beloved animals.

A compassionate new service is redefining how families say goodbye to their beloved animals.

Vet's new service offers personalised outdoor farewells for dogs

The Roolo Mini has been carefully proportioned for small-to-medium-sized dogs.

The Roolo Mini has been carefully proportioned for small-to-medium-sized dogs.

Sussex company launches new dog toy for smaller breeds

Brighton Bloodhound Kennels collection.

Brighton Bloodhound Kennels collection.

Century-old Brighton bloodhound archive to go under the hammer

Big Tom with his rider, led by Hope in the Valley volunteer Claire Gosling and second year equine students from Plumpton College.

Big Tom with his rider, led by Hope in the Valley volunteer Claire Gosling and second year equine students from Plumpton College.

Meet Big Tom, the horse changing lives for disabled riders

Isabelle Rose (40) A passionate pet groomer from Brighton, is preparing to return to China on a life-saving mission.

Isabelle Rose (40) A passionate pet groomer from Brighton, is preparing to return to China on a life-saving mission.

Pet groomer flies to China to help rescue dogs from the meat trade

Timmy suffered severe injuries to his front legs in the brutal confrontation.

Timmy suffered severe injuries to his front legs in the brutal confrontation.

Family launches fundraiser after tortoise badly injured by rat

Ronnie required surgery after becoming injured and spending almost a week trapped beneath a shipping container

Ronnie required surgery after becoming injured and spending almost a week trapped beneath a shipping container

Cat missing for days found under shipping container and seriously injured

Animal charity confirms it will close aviary - despite Dame Judi Dench intervention

Pets at Home is helping families keep children entertained this summer with the return of its free Pet Pals workshops.

Pets at Home is helping families keep children entertained this summer with the return of its free Pet Pals workshops.

Pet care retailer launches free children's summer workshops

Tip Toe the Sulcata tortoise

Tip Toe the Sulcata tortoise

Rare tortoise which is third-largest species in the world is rescued in Sussex

Sussex-based dog enrichment company, Play9, have recently gained another national listing with major UK retailer Jollyes.

Sussex-based dog enrichment company, Play9, have recently gained another national listing with major UK retailer Jollyes.

Canine wellness brand secures national retailer deal for award-winning toy

A Sussex family business is helping pet owners preserve fur, hair and ashes in handmade jewellery.

A Sussex family business is helping pet owners preserve fur, hair and ashes in handmade jewellery.

Family business creates heartfelt keepsakes from beloved pets

Dog owners have been advised to keep a few things in mind when exercising with their pet

Dog owners have been advised to keep a few things in mind when exercising with their pet

Dog owners urged to avoid these 4 things when exercising with their pet

Cressida on the beach with five-year-old whippet Bunny

Cressida on the beach with five-year-old whippet Bunny

Woman's horror after dog left in 'agony' by venomous snake bite

TV Personality and Sports Presenter Chris Hughes is backing the 'Microchip Shop' campaign.

TV Personality and Sports Presenter Chris Hughes is backing the 'Microchip Shop' campaign.

Chip shop campaign helps raise awareness of missing pets

Microchip Shop pop-up shop on Brighton seafront

Microchip Shop pop-up shop on Brighton seafront

Missing pet search goes local with innovative chip shop idea

Take The Lead animation.

Take The Lead animation.

National park launches creative campaign to protect wildlife

Vendors Andy and Ian take their dogs to Westminster.

Vendors Andy and Ian take their dogs to Westminster.

National government

Big Issue vendor and beloved dog back call for pet-friendly housing

Chichester District Council is reviewing the rules for dogs in public spaces.

Chichester District Council is reviewing the rules for dogs in public spaces.

Local government

Residents invited to have their say on proposed dog control rules

Five-year-old tortoiseshell Lola is looking for her forever home.

Five-year-old tortoiseshell Lola is looking for her forever home.

Affectionate cat seeks forever home after remarkable recovery

The charity are urging people to look out for Dobby (left) and Arthur (right)

The charity are urging people to look out for Dobby (left) and Arthur (right)

You can learn how to save your beloved pet's life with cat charity's workshop

Protesters outside the stadium in Hove on Sunday, May 17

Protesters outside the stadium in Hove on Sunday, May 17

Greyhound racing

Protesters call for closure of greyhound racing track

The centre currently provides daily care for a wide range of rescued animals, including six bearded dragons, five leopard geckos, eight royal pythons, one corn snake and seven tortoises.

The centre currently provides daily care for a wide range of rescued animals, including six bearded dragons, five leopard geckos, eight royal pythons, one corn snake and seven tortoises.

Charity appeals for urgent help to care for rescued reptile

Bev sees Chris graduate.

Bev sees Chris graduate.

Mother honours late son through graduation of assistance dog

Sheldon the Tortoise.

Sheldon the Tortoise.

Family learning days offer hands-on animal experiences this half term

Dog owners have been urged to fill out the National Dog Survey from the Dogs Trust

Dog owners have been urged to fill out the National Dog Survey from the Dogs Trust

Dog owners urged to fill out survey to help shape future of the pets in the UK

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Conditions at the property were described as

Several dogs are put down after 'harrowing' discovery

AlphaPet Vets has re-opened following a prolonged closure due to storm damage, and is marking the occasion by celebrating a string of new achievements and accreditations.

AlphaPet Vets has re-opened following a prolonged closure due to storm damage, and is marking the occasion by celebrating a string of new achievements and accreditations.

Veterinary clinic reopens after storm damage forced its closure

Do you recognise this man?

Do you recognise this man?

Police seek man after fatal dog attack on bus

Scrappy the four-year-old Terrier crossbreed at Dogs Trust Shoreham.

Scrappy the four-year-old Terrier crossbreed at Dogs Trust Shoreham.

Dog charity appeals for foster carers amid surge in demand