Your Dog March 2026

As we edge closer to spring, I find myself daydreaming about morning walks that no longer require five carefully chosen layers just to stay warm. That said, I’m far less confident that a change in season will bring any reduction in the number of post-walk towel-offs and impromptu baths for our four-legged companions. Mud, it seems, is a year-round predicament. The end of winter is also a useful moment to pause and take stock. Those New Year’s resolutions made with the best of intentions may already need revisiting, while thoughts inevitably turn to longer days, lighter evenings and plans for the months ahead. Whether that means booking a first holiday of the year, entering an event, or simply promising yourself more time outdoors with your dog, this is the season…

The Your Dog team is deeply saddened by the death of Sarah Fisher, a hugely respected animal welfare advocate, educator and writer, whose work and philosophy have influenced dog guardians, trainers and professionals around the world. She was 61. Sarah was widely known for her compassionate, thoughtful approach to understanding animals as individuals, and for championing welfare-led methods that prioritised emotional wellbeing as much as physical care. Readers of Your Dog will remember Sarah through her contributions to the magazine, where she shared her insight, kindness and deep respect for dogs in every piece she wrote. Her articles reflected the values she lived by: empathy, patience, and the belief that dogs deserve to feel safe, understood and supported in a complex human world. Alongside her work with dogs, Sarah also…

TV presenter, Chris Packham, has made an urgent appeal for more dog lovers to volunteer as trainers for the national charity, Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Chris, a long-time supporter of Hearing Dogs, said in a film created by the charity, “I have hearing loss myself, so I’ve always had an empathy for people whose hearing loss is more significant than my own.” The charity trains dogs to assist deaf people by alerting them to a range of important sounds, from fire alarms to baby monitors, as well as offering emotional support. According to the Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID), around one in three people in the UK are now deaf, have hearing loss or tinnitus. Many of these people struggle to take part in conversations, often leading…

Recently opening in Neston, the Bark Cart Coffee Park is offering small-group, welfare-focused dog socialising sessions, perfect for dogs with anxiety to develop important social skills and gain confidence in group settings, with numbers being limited to six dogs at a time which helps create a positive environment. Founder, Brad Lloyd, commented, “I noticed that many dogs, particularly nervous or rescue dogs, struggle in overstimulating environments, and there were limited local options for safe, small-group socialisation. I wanted to create a space where dogs can interact positively, and owners can feel confident about the environment.” The Coffee Park cart can be found at 11 Parkgate Road, Neston CH64 9XF. Sessions can be booked in advance at W thebarkcart.com…

The popular dog accessory brand, Doodlebone, has launched its latest collection – Trendy Tails. Available in a variety of colours, the harness features chest and neck buckles, as well as an adjustable tummy strap to prevent it from slipping over the dog’s head. Reinforced metal buckles, coupled with padded mesh lining on the inside of the harness, provide a snug fit without increasing pressure on your dog. The With Me Harness has been launched alongside the Padded Collar and With Me Lead, offering a fully coordinated look. James Mokler, Product Marketing Manager, said, “Trendy Tails is our take on everyday essentials, reimagined with a touch of style and a whole lot of heart. We’ve focused on products that deliver function and design in equal measure.” Founded in 2014, Doodlebone offers…

Pets Global has streamlined its brand, launching 12 new dog food recipes across two core brands. The Zignature Essence and Zignature Inception lines have both been revamped, now offering three lines of wet and dry varieties. A relaunch of the dry food line features three Limited Ingredient Recipes: Ocean, Land Fowl, and Ranch. Each recipe contains 96% of protein from animal sources and is fortified with taurine, L-carnitine, vitamins, and minerals for naturally complete, elevated nutrition. The dry food recipes include pork, chicken, or fish meal, focusing on highly digestible proteins alongside various grains for added fibre. Zignature Inception wet food cans feature the same line up of flavours in a smooth pâté texture. Spokesperson, Aina Kanahele, said: “Dog parents are reading labels and balancing two priorities, clean ingredients and…