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Hello • Welcome to the December issue of Your Dog…

YOUR CHRISTMAS DOGS • We asked you to send us photographs of Christmases spent with your dogs, and you certainly delivered.

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Let’s talk news… • A selection of stories, UK news and beyond that caught our attention

£4.1m revamp for Birmingham Dogs Home’s Wolverhampton centre • Birmingham Dogs Home has begun a £4.1 million refurbishment of its Wolverhampton centre, with the charity promising a calmer, more welfare-focused environment for dogs in its care

Sea vomit-sniffing Sgiath named Animal of the Year

Cavapoo revealed as cheapest to insure • Cavapoos have emerged as the cheapest of 25 popular dog breeds and crossbreeds to insure in new research from digital bank, Monzo

Just for fun • Historical fun and random facts about our four-legged friends…

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR DOG LOVERS

DOGS ARE INCREDIBLE. WE TELL THEIR STORIES • We believe dogs make life better, so every month we celebrate the extraordinary impact they have on our lives

MY TINY HERO • Kris Richards pays tribute to the little dog who saved her life. Andrea McHugh reports

“They’re not just highly trained assistance dogs” • Laura’s partnership with assistance dog, Kelsey, has brought greater independence, confidence and companionship, while also transforming everyday life for her whole family

MAX’S GIFT OF COMFORT • From supporting his family following bereavement to graduating as a therapy dog, Max the Golden Retriever is using his newfound social media stardom to raise charity funds. Joanne Bednall reports

BIG PAWS, NEW BEGINNINGS • Last year a very special, unusually large litter of puppies was born to charity, Guide Dogs; 13 brothers and sisters who became known as the Baker’s Dozen. Your Dog is supporting Crumpet; every month we’ll be following him as he progresses on his journey to becoming a life-changing guide dog…

NEED HELP WITH YOUR DOG’S BEHAVIOUR? You’re not on your own • The festive season brings visiting relatives, tempting food and changes to familiar routines. For dogs, those celebrations can sometimes feel overwhelming. A busy home or New Year’s Eve fireworks may add to existing worries

Retired West Midlands Police dog given top national award • A retired police dog has been honoured for his impressive career with West Midlands Police

Against all odds • Given just months to live as a tiny puppy, Arizona has gone on to surprise everyone around her and may soon be helping others as a therapy dog, writes Lisa Jackson

JOG ON! • Many dogs find runners and cyclists overstimulating and can chase or even nip a person performing these activities. What can you do to stop this behaviour and keep everyone safe? Animal behaviourist Toni Shelbourne gives this advice

MANAGING YOUR OLDER DOG • As our dogs get older, they will need a little more care and consideration. What can you do to help them both physically and mentally? Animal Behaviourist, Toni Shelbourne investigates

PUPS IN PYJAMAS – the surprising science of keeping dogs cosy • Could some dogs really benefit from wearing pyjamas? New research suggests they might, writes Dr Jacqueline Boyd

GOODBYE, MY FRIEND • Kelly Jackson reflects on losing her first dog, Henry – a much-loved companion who long-time readers may remember

THE 12 DOGS of Christmas • Reindeer herders, snowy rescuers, sledge-pullers and fireside favourites… meet 12 breeds with a little extra Christmas magic in their story

FESTIVE FUN! • Fen...