We are truly spoilt for dog walks in the area – from the peaceful Nidd Gorge to the rolling hills of Nidderdale.
But all that rambling is guaranteed to work up a thirst. To help quench it, we have put together a list of four dog-friendly pubs in the Harrogate district.

Head out for a walk then visit one of these four dog-friendly pubs in the Harrogate district
With the warmer weather (finally) arriving, nothing beats a walk in the Harrogate district's beautiful countryside with your four-legged friend. We are truly spoilt for dog walks in the area - from the peaceful Nidd Gorge to the rolling hills of Nidderdale. But all...

Harrogate council to award £40,000 pet crematorium contract
A £40,000 contract is being advertised to purchase, install and maintain a cremator at Harrogate’s first pet crematorium.

Special Harrogate cat helps Jessica, 16, with seizures
Seven-year-old tabby Max has been named as a finalist in Cats Protection’s National Cat Awards 2022 because of his special bond with Harrogate teen Jessica Swift.

The quirky new Harrogate café where customers can cuddle chihuahuas
Customers will be able to book a 50-minute session at the café, on Knaresborough Road, and chill out with a coffee in the company of six cute long-haired chihuahuas.

Kitten rescued from recliner chair in Killinghall
North Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service helped the moggy escape unharmed after it somehow became trapped in the chair.

Charity seeks volunteers to care for dogs in Harrogate district
The Cinnamon Trust matches walkers and foster carers to owners who are no longer able to care for their pets alone. They may be elderly or undergoing medical treatment which prevents them from going out for walks each day, or be moving into a care home.

Plans for pet crematorium in Harrogate set for approval
The crematorium will be built inside a converted shipping container at Stonefall Crematorium. There will also be a ‘goodbye room’ where owners can say their final farewells to their pets.

Knaresborough reptile rescue faces closure due to hike in electric bills
Increasing electric bills alongside more animals being surrendered means the Knaresborough reptile rescue centre could face closure.

Killinghall pet shop issues appeal to dog owners over mystery virus
Pharmall Country Store asks dog owners not to bring their pets into the shop due to a mystery vomiting and diarrhoea virus that is affecting dogs in the Harrogate district and beyond.

Dog thefts more than double in Harrogate district
North Yorkshire Police publishes dog theft figures for the county following a Freedom of Information request.

WATCH: Elusive otter filmed on Ripon riverbank
Improvements in water quality have brought otters back to Ripon’s three rivers and canal. The Stray Ferret has been up early trying to capture images of the elusive otters but had no joy. Then we met a former postman who walks his dog along the river every day…

Stray Pets Rescue Club: the 8ft boa, and pair of bulldogs needing your help
This month, Otis, Zena and Fudge are all hoping you’ll be able to find them a new loving home. Do you have space in your home (and heart) for any of these lovable pets?