This might be an unpopular opinion, but it's something I've been seeing more and more often, and I think it's worth talking about. A couple announces they're expecting a baby. A few weeks or months later, they bring home a puppy. The idea sounds lovely. The baby and puppy grow up together. They become inseparable best friends. The photos are adorable. The social media posts get hundreds of likes. It's the kind of story we've been sold for years through films, adverts, and soc

The discussion around breed health has gone beyond veterinary clinics and welfare charities. Animal welfare organisations, including PETA UK, have called for stronger action to address the health problems associated with some heavily modified breeds. In recent years, the organisation has urged major dog shows such as Crufts to stop promoting flat-faced breeds, arguing that breeding dogs with exaggerated physical features can lead to lifelong health issues. PETA has also supp