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Skoda UK has partnered with dog behaviourist Anna Webb to share top tips on keeping pet pooches cool in the car. When it’s warm outside, cars can act like a greenhouse and trap the sun’s heat — so if it’s 23ºC outside, in-car temperatures can reach a whopping 47ºC in …

New research has revealed that Britain’s dog lovers spend more than £4,000 per year on their pet, but just half safely secure their dog on every car journey. To mark International Dog Day on August 26, Skoda – in partnership with BorrowMyDoggy (a national organisation that connects dog owners with …

Brits spend nearly 900 hours cleaning up after their muddy dog during its lifetime, according to a survey of 2,000 dog owners by Jeep. Over the course of a year, owners devote around one day each cleaning their canine companion (23 hours), muddy house (24 hours) and car (22 hours). …

With international travel still uncertain, there’s been a surge in demand for staycations this year, which means our dogs will be spending more time than ever in cars. Travelling with dogs can be a stressful time, so if your pooch is a ‘ruff’ traveller, here are some top tips to …

More than a third of new dog-owning motorists had to ‘pup-size’ their cars over the last year by buying a bigger or more practical motor to accommodate their pets, according to new research. The pandemic saw a surge in interest in canine companions, with online puppy searches soaring by 115 …

Nearly a third of van drivers could be landed with a £5,000 fine for not safely securing their dogs while driving, according to new research. The study by Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles revealed that (29%) of van drivers do not always safely restrain their dogs in the van. Not only could …

A 12-foot snake, a mattress and a pair of parrots are among the strangest things potential car buyers have brought to a test drive, according to new research by online used car platform, CarGurus. Thousands of used car dealers in the CarGurus’ UK network were surveyed to find out the …

Safety first as Skoda launches accessories help keep man’s best friend out of harm’s way. From simple seatbelts to barriers designed to give dogs an area of the car they can call their own, the range has everything the savvy dog owner needs. The Dog Safety Belt, among the many …