Celebrity Dog Watch: This Week’s Paw-parazzi Moments

Week of 16th October 2025 Every week, I round up which celebs are barking mad about their pups — from pampered pooches to muddy mutts. Paris Hilton — Instagram “Welcoming my new puppy into the family!”Breed: Chihuahua Name: Iconic Ah, Paris Hilton — the queen of handbags and high heels, now adding another tiny tail …

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UK Watchdog Tells Vets to Play Fair — Price Caps and Transparency on the Horizon

What’s happening:The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has dropped a bombshell on the vet world — calling for sweeping reforms to tackle sky-high bills and murky pricing. The watchdog wants every practice to publish their fees, cap prescription charges at £16, and clearly state who owns the clinic. Why it matters for owners:Because no …

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Borkie: The Bouncy, Bossy Little Comedian

If someone bottled pure mischief, added a dash of determination and a sprinkling of sass, they’d call it a Borkie. A cross between the Boston Terrier and the Yorkshire Terrier, this little livewire is packed with confidence, curiosity, and comedy. Borkies first popped up in the early 2000s when breeders decided to blend the Boston’s …

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Shihpoo: The Fluffy Drama Queen with a Heart of Gold

If a Poodle and a Shih Tzu walked into a salon together, the result would be the Shihpoo — equal parts brains, beauty, and bed-hog. This little hybrid has stolen hearts across the UK with its curly coat, expressive eyes, and hilarious personality. Originally bred as a low-shedding companion for people who wanted a clever …

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Puggle: The Pocket-Sized Comedian with a Big Heart

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you mix the squishy face of a Pug with the cheeky charm of a Beagle, the answer is the Puggle. Imagine a clown in a dog suit who can sniff out a biscuit at 100 yards and then hog your pillow at night — that’s your Puggle. First …

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Miniature Smooth-Haired Dachshund: The Sausage Dog with a Big Attitude in a Small Package

Imagine a dog that struts into the room like it owns the place, even though its legs barely clear the carpet. That’s your Miniature Smooth-Haired Dachshund — pint-sized, smooth-coated, and full of spirit. Originally bred in Germany to flush out badgers and rabbits (yes, badgers — hence the name “dachshund,” literally “badger dog”), they may …

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