For the last several months, people across the world have been working from home. While many have found the adjustment to be challenging, one of the upsides is our dogs have been loving all the extra quality time they’re getting. But now, with COVID-19 measures...
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Puppy Teething Tips
When taking care of a growing puppy, teething can be one of the most sensitive and challenging times for both the owners and the puppy. Their newly arriving teeth are not only painful to them but can also be painful to much of your furniture, clothing and other...
How to Keep Your Older Dog Active
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), dogs that are seven years of age or older qualify for the senior pet status. Similar to what happens to us humans, our canine friends can slow down as they age, requiring more sleep and developing...
Does My Cat Have A Urinary Problem?
Does my cat have a urinary problem? Despite what you might think, it is fairly common for cat owners to ask themselves this question. Urinary problems are fairly common amongst cats, likely, your veterinarian or another cat owner has already warned you about them. So...
Why Does My Dog Eat Poop? (What Is Coprophagia?)
Have you ever caught your dog doing the unthinkable and eating poop (their own or that of another dog)? In either case, it’s easy to feel disgusted when you see your dog engaged in such disgusting behaviour (known as coprophagia). You might take a little comfort,...
How Do I Stop Dog Wee Killing Grass?
Are you tired of seeing yellow patches of grass in your lawn caused by your furry friend's urine? Don't worry. You're not alone! Many pet owners face this issue, but the good news is that you don’t have to choose between your dog and your garden. There are several...
Small Pets Competition – April 2020
We love rabbits, gerbils, guinea pigs and hamsters, do you? 3 lucky winners of this photo #competition will WIN 4 packs of VetIQ Nibblots for their small pets! PRIZES: Nibblots are delicious and healthy small animal treats that are specially formulated to...
What Plants Are Poisonous To Dogs?
Approximately 27 million people across the UK participate in gardening regularly. If you are one of these people and are also a dog owner, you might have concerns about how your precious plants might affect your canine companion. Well, we’re here to help! Read on to...
How Much Exercise Does My Dog Need?
With everything going on across Europe during the COVID-19 pandemic, looking after our mental health is going to be important. Getting out and walking the dog can help with this. Research from the 2019 PAW (PDSA Animal Wellbeing) report revealed that thousands of dogs...
How Do Dogs Get Fleas?
How do dogs get fleas? Most dog owners are only too familiar with these pesky critters! Whether you and your dog have worked through a flea infestation before or if you’ve only seen the myriad of products and veterinary warnings about flea protection, the fight...