As a dog owner, it’s only natural that you will want to spoil your pets from time to time. It doesn’t matter how many articles you read or what your vet says, when your pup is staring up at you with those pleading eyes, you inevitably find yourself thinking, “What’s...
Dog Care
Why Some Dogs Need Space
If you see a dog with a YELLOW ribbon, bandana or similar on the leash or the dog, this is a dog that needs some space. Please do not approach the dog, or its people, with your dog. They are indicating that their dog cannot be close to other dogs. How close is...
Why Does My Dog Have Bad Breath? (And How To Prevent It!)
Any dog owner knows the feeling of enthusiastic, slobbery kisses from their furry loved ones. But, even if your dog isn’t a licker, there’s nothing quite like the sensation of a dog panting in your face and bestowing the best of their hot, wet, often smelly breath on...
How To Prevent Dog Separation Anxiety While You’re Getting Back To Work
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...
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...
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...
Why Does My Pet Eat Grass?
Why does my pet eat grass? If you’re like most pet owners, you’ve probably noticed this behaviour from time to time. Maybe you’ve brushed this behaviour off as a bizarre habit (it can’t have been the oddest thing your pet has done!), or maybe you’re wondering why they...
How To Make Your Dog’s Coat Shiny
There’s nothing quite like a handsome, shiny coat as a symbol of good canine health. However, it can be quite a chore to keep your dog’s fur bright and silky smooth! If it seems like your dog’s coat is always dull and you’re fighting an uphill battle, read on. Below...