DogTV will launch in the UK on Monday 8 November and has been scientifically proven to improve mood in pets.
A new TV channel will be launching in the UK next Monday and it's not all designed for human consumption.
DogTV is a canine-friendly channel that will be broadcasting a range of shows that have been scientifically designed to alleviate symptoms of stress, separation anxiety and loneliness.
The service has been adapted to bring dogs the television that they need.
Working with research into animals' physiological and psychological needs, DogTV will show content designed to be calming and promote sleep.
The sensory experience for dogs is a unique concept, backed by over 60 scientific reports. / Image: DogTV
The colours, audio frequencies and camera alignment have all been adapted for dog senses, so it gives humans a chance to see the TV through their canine's eyes.
Amongst the audio and visual stimuli, the channel will also show programmes that will be more interesting to owners.
A select number of shows will take on the age-old question of 'how do I look after my pet?' and offer advice to help owners understand the needs and wants of their canine companions.
The new channel will launch on Monday 8 November in the UK, having already proven popular in other countries around the world.
The channel will be available on Smart TVs and streaming devices, such as Apple TV, Amazon Fire TV and Roku.
The new channel can be watched by dogs on a laptop or TV. / Image: DogTV
The subscription service can be paid for monthly or annually and works on the same pick-and-choose concept as Netflix and other existing streaming platforms.
There is a seven day free trial period so you can see if your dog enjoys their new TV channel before committing to the subscription too.
A £1.6m grant has been given by the government to Leeds City Council to help tackle rough sleeping.
The funding has been allocated to Leeds City Council as part of the Government’s national Rough Sleeping Programme.
The overall target is to help rough sleepovers off the streets by Christmas through providing safe accommodation.
The council have said that voluntary organisations and charities will be able to help them reach this target.
The council report said: "This funding will be used for immediate interventions to ensure all those rough sleeping have an offer of accommodation by Christmas and support longer term sustainment of accommodation.
“The initial target is to provide a suitable offer of accommodation for everyone who is rough sleeping by Christmas 2026.
“Providing a path into supported accommodation and independent living is the key objective and sustaining this independent living with, where necessary, ongoing support to prevent any return to rough sleeping and homelessness.”
The government announcement spoke of the scheme: "The programme is intended to support people experiencing rough sleeping.
"People experiencing rough sleeping may have differing entitlements to housing and support depending on their individual circumstances, including their immigration status and eligibility for public funds."
The funding is intended to help provide immediate support for people currently sleeping on the streets, while also helping them access longer-term accommodation and the support needed to maintain independent living.
By working with local charities and voluntary organisations, the council hopes to ensure people are not only offered a place to stay but are also given the help they need to avoid returning to the streets.
M&S launches massive recruitment drive in Leeds with hundreds of jobs available
Emily Sergeant
M&S has launched a massive recruitment drive across Yorkshire.
With the festive season fast approaching, and most British stores having already unveiled their Christmas ranges for 2026, one of the country’s largest brands has launched a massive UK-wide seasonal recruitment drives to gear up for what is always one of the busiest times of the year for the retail industry.
M&S has announced it will recruit for plenty of new colleagues across the UK.
As mentioned Christmas is one of the busiest moments of the year for M&S, and seasonal colleagues play a ‘vital’ part in delivering that.
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New recruits will be tasked with helping M&S deliver a ‘brilliant’ service for customers.
Stores with vacancies span the whole of Leeds - including city centre, Moortown, Crown Point, White Rose Shopping Centre and Pudsey.
M&S says the roles are ‘fast-moving and hands-on’, with colleagues required to work together to make sure customers still get the very best of M&S, even at its busiest.
The roles will pay £13.41 per hour, with successful applicants receiving the training, tools and support needed to get up to speed quickly.
“We can’t wait to welcome over 300 new colleagues to our store teams here in Greater Manchester,” commented Zeba Khan, who is the Regional Manager at M&S.
“As we get ready for our busiest time of year, it’s a great opportunity to join us and help bring a magical M&S Christmas to our customers.
“We have a range of opportunities available, whether joining our city centre flagship or our fresh market-style foodhalls. We’re looking for colleagues who are passionate about delivering great customer service and being part of a team.”
Fancy it then? Applications are now open, and you can find out more and apply on the M&S Christmas careers page here.
Sophie Smith -
5th November 2021 
