Welcome

Welcome to Paws Around Berkshire, the site for all things dog and cat related in and around the county.

Our goal is to provide news, views and information about anything and everything we can find that is of interest to dog and cat owners living in the Berkshire area. Please have a look around our site and read some of our articles. Your comments and views are very important to us and we look forward to hearing from you soon.

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TV for dogs?

Another crazy new idea from America or a great new tool to help with stimulation, training and relaxation for your dog?

Well, what else can I say? Here’s the website link. Have a look for yourself and see what you think: . . . → Read More: TV for dogs?

How about us showing some respect too?

There have been a number of high profile dog bite stories recently where the media have made much of ‘big dogs being out of control’ while renowned dog experts have spoken of the dogs showing clear signs of . . . → Read More: How about us showing some respect too?

Arthritis in cats – know the signs

As with people, arthritis is a chronic condition in cats that will require lifelong treatment.

According to veterinary experts, many older cats (8+ years) suffer from arthritis, and these older cats should have regular veterinary check-ups in order to . . . → Read More: Arthritis in cats – know the signs

Are some traditional dogs breeds in danger of becoming extinct?

If so, can anything be done about it?

I was recently both surprised and dismayed to read that English Setters had been added to a growing list of ‘traditional’ dog breeds that are being . . . → Read More: Are some traditional dogs breeds in danger of becoming extinct?

Can you train a cat?

There are many differences between cats and dogs. People often say that you can ‘own’ a dog but that you can never ‘own’ a cat because they are so independent that they simply choose where they want to live . . . → Read More: Can you train a cat?

Could you give me a forever home?