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IOL News
01-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- IOL News
Top five dog breeds to avoid according to a vet
Amir Anwary does not recommend getting a English Bulldog. Image: Pexels Of course, vets love all animals, but South African veterinarian Amir Anwary has some brutally honest advice for anyone thinking about getting a dog because not every breed is a good fit for every home. While the dog you're considering might be undeniably cute, Anwary warns that some breeds can be physically, emotionally, and financially demanding. One breed he says he would never own is the Siberian Husky. Siberian Huskies are very hairy and shed a lot. Image: Albina ChamonixDeus / Pexels Video Player is loading. Play Video Play Unmute Current Time 0:00 / Duration -:- Loaded : 0% Stream Type LIVE Seek to live, currently behind live LIVE Remaining Time - 0:00 This is a modal window. Beginning of dialog window. Escape will cancel and close the window. Text Color White Black Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Background Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Opaque Semi-Transparent Transparent Window Color Black White Red Green Blue Yellow Magenta Cyan Transparency Transparent Semi-Transparent Opaque Font Size 50% 75% 100% 125% 150% 175% 200% 300% 400% Text Edge Style None Raised Depressed Uniform Dropshadow Font Family Proportional Sans-Serif Monospace Sans-Serif Proportional Serif Monospace Serif Casual Script Small Caps Reset restore all settings to the default values Done Close Modal Dialog End of dialog window. Advertisement Next Stay Close ✕ Ad Loading 'They have so much energy that they need to be walked regularly. If they don't, they can become destructive. They are escape artists. And they are super hairy, so they shed a lot,' says Anwary. He adds that they are very noisy and vocal and describes them as a 'big stubborn toddler.' He also avoids owning a white Bull Terrier, even though he acknowledges it's a lovely breed. 'They are very strong-willed and have a strong prey drive,' he explains. These dogs are prone to deafness. Image: Kenny Fotos CR / Pexels 'Most of the time, when I see dog fights, it's usually started by a Bull Terrier. They are also prone to deafness and suffer from chronic skin issues. So you can imagine that you are going to have to treat the skin for the rest of their lives,' he adds. Despite their tiny size and big personality, the Chihuahua also makes his no-go list. 'They are prone to fear-based aggression. They are very tiny dogs with a huge dog's personality, and they get very attached to one owner,' says the vet. Because of this intense attachment, he says, 'it makes it difficult for the owner to leave to go on holiday.' Another dog he wouldn't choose to own is the English Bulldog, even though he loves their temperament. Unfortunately, he says, their unique physical structure leads to major health problems. 'Because of their squished noses, they suffer respiratory diseases as well as being exercise and heat-intolerant.' He adds that they are also prone to allergies, which require chronic treatment, which means expensive vet bills. Their unique physical structure leads to major health problems. Image: Creative Workshop / Pexels Last on his list is the Belgian Malinois, a breed he feels is completely misunderstood by many. 'This is not a pet, guys. This is a machine. They need constant physical and mental stimulation,' he says. Anwary stresses that they require a particular kind of owner. 'They don't need an owner but a leader, and if not given that, they become destructive and can make your life a living hell.' The Belgian Malinois need constant physical and mental stimulation. Image: wirestock / Freepik So, next time you're thinking about adding a dog to your family, consider more than just how cute the breed is. IOL Lifestyle Get your news on the go, click here to join the IOL News WhatsApp channel.
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Scotsman
20-06-2025
- Business
- Scotsman
Dog Prices 2025: Here are the 20 most and least expensive breeds of adorable pedigree puppy - from Bulldog to Beagle 🐶
We're a nation of dog lovers, with around one-in-three households including at least one four-legged friend . By far the most popular pet in the UK, they make for wonderful companions, all the while improving both our mental and physical health - and that's a scientific fact. The army of dog owners continues to grow, with 221 different breeds of pedigree dog to choose from, alongside numerous crossbreeds . Choosing the right breed is absolutely essential – for example opting for a small dog if you don't have much room at home, or a hypoallergenic dog if you suffer from allergies. There's even academic guidance to seek out, with Psychologist Stanley Coren's book 'The Intelligence of Dogs' ranking breeds by instincts, obedience, and the ability to adapt . There's also always the option of adopting a dog from a dog shelter for a minimal fee - for example from the Dogs Trust . But if you are wanting a pedigree dog (one that's a pure bred registered with the Kennel Club) then you're going to have to splash out - research from the pet experts at Pets4Home s shows that the average puppy in the UK now costs around £2,000 – more than double the average price in 2019. But some breeds - due to demand or scarcity - cost significantly more than others. Here are the 20 most and least expensive breeds of pedigree pup. 1 . Tibetan Mastiff We're starting with the pups you'll need deep pockets to afford. If you want to welcome a mighty Tibetan Mastiff into your home don't expect much change out of £10,000 - they are the UK's most expensive dog. Bred to guard temples in their native Tibet, they look like adorable lions. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 2 . Samoyed Hailing from Siberia, where they were used to pull sleds, a Samoyed puppy in the UK can cost up to £6,000. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 3 . English Bulldog A Kennel Club registered English Bulldog from good breeding stock should cost in the region of £5,000. Those adorable wrinkly faces are simply priceless though. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales 4 . French Bulldog The French Bulldog is one of the trndiest canines out there at the moment - challenging the Labrador for the title of the UK's most popular dog. Fashion comes at a price - around £4,500 at last count. | Canva/Getty Images Photo Sales
Yahoo
12-06-2025
- Yahoo
‘We got justice for Reba,' law sponsor reacts after governor signs into law
LAS VEGAS (KLAS) – Those behind Assembly Bill 381, also known as 'Reba's Law,' spoke with 8 News Now after Governor Joe Lombardo signed it this week. 'We made it, we did it,' Nevada Assemblymember Melissa Hardy said. 'We got justice for Reba.' Assemblymember Hardy talked about the movement that made waves across the country and in Las Vegas. 'We've said it from day one,' Lindsey Pinapfel of Vegas Pet Rescue Project said in a past interview. 'She is the start, she is the movement.' Reba the English Bulldog was found sealed in a plastic tub in the triple-digit heat in July 2024. Reba, dog found sealed in tub in triple-digit heat, passes away Her death and the anger it inspired led to months of community activism, including a $50,000 reward for information in her case, nearly 50 billboards placed across Southern Nevada. Isaac Laushaul Jr., 32, and Markeisha Foster, 30, were arrested in December 2024 in connection with Reba's death. Each was charged with felony willful/malicious/torture/maiming/killing of a dog, cat, or animal. Community advocacy also inspired Assemblymember Hardy to sponsor the bill in Reba's name at the start of Nevada's 2025 Legislative Session. 'Such a great accomplishment, for not just me sponsoring the bill,' Assemblymember Hardy said. 'But everybody who's been involved in this.' Assemblymember Hardy shared her reaction when she found out Governor Lombardo signed AB 381 into law on Tuesday. 'I was just overcome with emotion and happiness and gratitude,' she said. 'All of it.' The legislation increases penalties for any person who willfully or maliciously hurts or kills an animal. The offense is now a Class B Felony, punishable by one to six years in prison and a $10,000 fine. It was previously a Class D Felony with a penalty of one to four years in prison and a $5,000 fine. 'I think it will be a deterrent that Nevada made a statement,' Assemblymember Hardy said. 'That we are not going to allow animals to be abused and tortured.' Another provision of the law applies to animals left in hot cars. If a person comes across a pet locked inside a hot car without air conditioning, they can call 911 or animal control and then use 'any means necessary' to get into the vehicle and save the animal. The person then must wait with the animal and the car until authorities arrive. If all steps are taken, the person will not incur any civil or criminal liability for damages, according to the law's verbiage. 'I was really excited that this was included in there,' Assemblymember Hardy said of the provision. 'Just strengthens this even more.' She called the movement a win for Southern Nevada and a way to protect other animals from Reba's same fate. 'Her story was tragic and horrible, and what she suffered, but now we can talk of Reba and the good that came of this,' Assemblymember Hardy said. 'We have a platform now, and there's awareness about it.' Reba's Law also applies to police dogs. If a person intentionally disables or kills a K-9 on duty, they will face a Class B Felony charge. Foster took a plea deal, which brought her down to a lesser charge. On May 16, documents were filed by Laushaul's attorney asking a judge to move his case from Clark County because of intense media coverage, instead wanting the trial to happen outside of Las Vegas. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Stray of the Day: Meet Daisy 6/5/25
SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) — Meet today's Stray of the Day! This is Daisy, a 6 to 9 month old, English Bulldog mix puppy that will grow up to weigh around 45-pounds. The rescue says she's your typical stubborn bulldog, but she's sweet, gentle and super smart. Daisy is available for adoption now. Story continues below Top Story: McCook Lake residents in need of more dirt to rebuild homes Lights & Sirens: Traffic violation scam alarms Siouxlanders; police issue alert Sports: Mathew and Tom Burns bonding through Western Midwest baseball trip Weather: Get the latest weather forecast here Daisy has a few other friends that are looking for homes, cats and dogs alike! Feel free to check them out online or in person; Good Day Siouxland features one animal each day; you can watch to see if we found your forever companion! If you've lost your pet, or if you're looking to adopt, you can check out the rescue's website at Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Time of India
31-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Golden State Warriors mourn the death of Klay Thompson's 13-year-old dog Rocco
NBA star Klay Thompson suffered a massive personal loss after his 13-year-old dog, Rocco, died. The unfortunate news was announced by the former Golden State Warriors' star's father, Mychal Thompson, during a recent appearance on ESPN's widely watched show, The Mason and Ireland Show. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now For the Thompsons' family, their English Bulldog was more than a pet, as he had been with the Mavericks star from his rookie season. The official handle of the Golden State Warriors paid a heartfelt tribute to Klay Thompson's dog, Rocco. The Golden State Warriors pay a heart-touching tribute to Klay Thompson's dog Rocco The former Warriors' star Klay Thompson suffered a major personal setback after the demise of his beloved dog Rocco. According to the information shared by Klay Thompson's dad, Mychal, the 13-year-old dog died on May 24, 2025. The official handle of the Golden State Warriors even paid a tribute to their former star Klay Thompson's dog Rocco's demise. The Warriors posted on X- 'Forever part of the Warriors family. Rest in peace, Rocco.' As Rocco has been a part of the Thompson family since Klay Thompson's initial days in the NBA, the Mavericks star shared a beautiful bond with his beloved dog. Heartbroken with Rocco's death, the former Golden State Warriors star shared a slew of pictures and even penned an emotional message for him on Instagram. The post mentioned 'I'm going to miss Rocco a lot, 13 glorious years with my boy. I know he's in doggy heaven poppin' somebody's ball. A great dynasty dog he was. Thank you for all the sweet messages! All dogs go to Heaven !' With multiple appearances with Klay Thompson during the Warriors' games, Rocco went on to become one of the most iconic members of the reputed NBA team, just like the Splash Brothers. With his fans, followers, and even fellow team members commenting under the post shared by Klay Thompson, his feed is flooded with tribute messages on social media. According to the statement given by Klay Thompson's father, their family went ahead with bidding goodbye to their beloved member Rocco last weekend. Also Read:
