Retired guide dog Ridley, who lives in Dawlish, has been honoured with a national award at the Guide Dogs People Awards 2025.
The eleven-year-old black Labrador cross golden retriever scooped the Hero Dog Award in recognition of his life of service, not only as a guide dog but his continued contribution as an ambassador dog, therapy dog, and loyal companion.
Ridley was nominated for the award by Peter Boston, his owner, and the two attended an afternoon tea celebration at the Guide Dogs National Centre near Leamington Spa, Warwickshire (on 25 November), together with the...
This October, Dogs Trust Ilfracombe is encouraging dog-lovers to put their best foot, or paw, forward to support dogs in need by taking on a brand-new fundraising challenge, 62 Miles in Dogtober, to help the charity continue to fund its vital rehoming services for dogs. Fundraisers can walk, jog, cycle or swim 62 miles throughout the month to complete in their own way.
Participants are asked to complete just two miles a day for the 31 days of October, or 62 miles in total. People can take part solo, bring their dog along for company, or team up with friends, family, or colleagues...
A group of 10 guide dog puppies have enjoyed a special visit to Exeter Picturehouse, as part of their important socialisation training.
The local pups from sight loss charity Guide Dogs visited the cinema on Tuesday 29 April.
They enjoyed watching The Penguin Lessons on the big screen, exploring the seating areas and visiting the cinema café.
Each pup was accompanied by their volunteer Puppy Raiser, who looks after them until they are just over a year old, before they will move to a Guide Dogs’ centre to start their formal training.
Exeter Airport recently welcomed some VIP visitors as guide dog puppies descended for a dedicated training day to give them new experiences.
Thirteen guide dog puppies and their volunteer puppy raisers visited the airport as part of the pups’ preparation to become future guide dogs.
The puppies, around 12-months old, got to experience all the sights, sounds and smells of a working airport including going through security, exploring duty free, and planes landing and taking off.
With many registered guide dog owners in Exeter and surrounds being regular visitors to...
Due to the weather forecast for torrential rain and high winds this weekend, event organisers have reluctantly decided that it’s not safe for the event to go ahead as planned on Sunday 17th September.
The event will now take place on Saturday 7th October.
Canine event specialist A Doggy Day Out will bring the immensely popular Big Bark to Exeter Racecourse for the very first time this on Saturday 7th October (previously planned for 17th September). The day is crammed with ‘wag-tastic’ doggy activities, many hosted by canine experts like Lucy Heath.
Devon Loves Dogs is asking dog owners and walkers to keep their dogs' paws on paths to protect ground-nesting birds.
Some of the UK’s most endangered birds make their nests on the ground during spring and summer so it’s important not to disturb them when you’re out enjoying walks. Birds such as dartford warbler and nightjar make their nests on or near the ground which means parent birds can be frightened off their nests and eggs can easily be damaged by dogs.
Kim Strawbridge from Pebblebed Heaths Conservation Trust (PHCT) , said: "Nature reserves and heathlands are...
With plummeting temperatures returning this week, it is important to make sure our four-legged friends are prepared for the cold. After a fairly mild winter so far for most across the UK, temperatures are set to drop below 0°C over the next few days, with snow expected in some places. Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, is issuing guidance to owners about how to keep your dog safe and warm during the cold snap, including how to avoid potential hazards on your winter walks. Runa Hanaghan, Deputy Veterinary Surgeon at Dogs Trust, said: “There are lots of simple things you can...
A PACK of pawfect pups charmed visitors at Specsavers Exeter as part of a week-long series of celebrations.
The store was marking 20 years of audiology care, with Hearing Dogs for Deaf People playing a key role in the party-like proceedings.
The charity trains dogs to alert deaf people to important and life-saving sounds they would otherwise miss, and its members were keen to give demonstrations to store staff and customers.
As part of the store’s celebrations, staff organised a fundraising raffle in aid of Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, with a hamper and other...
Dogs just love to run free on the beach whatever the weather and a perfect day out with the family is not complete without a visit to one of the three dog-friendly Venus beach cafes across South Devon. Here you will find a warm welcome for both you and your best friend, who will be well cared for with the launch of Venus’ canine menu.
With three different natural chews specific for small, medium, and large dogs, Venus can cater to every size. The tasty dog treats are fully digestible and sustainable, naturally made from by-products of the meat industry. Individually wrapped in...
With plummeting temperatures due to return this week, it is important to make sure our four-legged friends are prepared for the cold. After a fairly mild Christmas for most across the UK, temperatures are set to drop below 0°C over the next few days. Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, is issuing guidance to owners about how to keep your dog safe and warm during the cold snap, including how to avoid potential hazards on your winter walks. Runa Hanaghan, Deputy Veterinary Surgeon at Dogs Trust, said: “There are lots of simple things you can do to help your dog stay safe and...
