They’ve been the pooch of choice for IT girls like Paris Hilton for years. Now a UK firm is searching for a tiny dog with a big personality to model for a new marketing campaign.

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has issued some simple advice to pet owners in the UK.

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How to make a dog-friendly Easter egg to make your dog's Easter and 'eggstra-special' one!

As with all Burns foods you can be sure that by feeding the Penlan Farm range you are giving your dog the very best.

Do you have a dog that loves to belt out a tune? Does your hound love to howl along to Hendrix? Perhaps you have a pooch that’s partial to Pavarotti?  Maybe your Bulldog is barking about Beethoven?

‘Liza & Huey’s Pet Nation’ is Sky1’s brand new primetime animal entertainment show that celebrates our nations love for animals. Liza Tarbuck and Huey Morgan are on the look out for the next singing sensation and are inviting all musical mutts to take part. 

To enter, simply send an email titled ‘Rex Factor’ to This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it with a description of your dog’s talent and if possible, a picture or short video clip by 14th February.

Dogs Trust Darlington Egg-Factor

Saturday 27th March 2pm at Dogs Trust Darlington, Hill House Farm, Sadberge, Co Durham, DL2 1SL (01325 333 114) - The rehoming centre is holding a dog talent competition instead of their usual Easter Fair. They are asking people to register in advance and on the day they will enter the ring one at a time with their dog, stand on a large cut out egg and get their dog to perform their talent to a panel of judges. There will also be an Egg and Spoon race for children and dogs afterwards.

Put your best foot forward for abandoned animals

The Mayhew Animal Home in London is looking for dog-mad fitness fans to lace up with love and raise some sponsorship for the charity by taking part in the British 10k Run.

The route of the annual Run on Sunday July 11th takes runners past many iconic landmarks in the capital city and is great fun for all involved. It is also the chance to support The Mayhew, who care for high numbers of abandoned and unwanted dogs and also the work of the charity’s Animal Welfare Officers and their community outreach to care for canines.

The Mayhew relies solely on donations to carry out its vital work and taking part in sponsored events is a fantastic way to raise some pennies for the puppies and have fun at the same time!

For more information and to sign up to raise sponsorship for The Mayhew, This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it  or call 0208 968 2443

Competition winners

Congratulations to Marita Keremezo and Jay Scales who both win a leather dog lead and collar - prize is out today!