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What Causes Dog Tear Stains And How To Treat Them

What Causes Dog Tear Stains And How To Treat Them

The first thing to say is that dog tear stains don’t mean your dog has been crying! It’s very common for white or light-coated dogs to show this staining, and it’s also regularly seen in small and toy breeds. Now that that's out of the way, let's look at what causes...

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Brown Spots On The Lawn? Here’s The Treatment!

Brown Spots On The Lawn? Here’s The Treatment!

Having brown spots on the lawn can be frustrating (we know!). Particularly when you have been waiting all winter to get your garden back, and suddenly your grass is just dead or dying. It looks terrible! There are several causes of brown spots in lawns. These include...

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8 Tips On How To Keep Dogs Out Of Flower Beds

8 Tips On How To Keep Dogs Out Of Flower Beds

Spring and summer are great times of the year for every gardener. But as our flowers begin to bloom and the change in season breathes life back into our gardens, our dogs take notice too. You might get to the stage of wondering how to keep dogs out of flower beds this...

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Tips For Getting A Dog To Take Medicine

Tips For Getting A Dog To Take Medicine

Have you ever tried getting a dog to take medicine? If you have, you know how difficult it can be. Whether it’s a pill or liquid, some dogs are masters at not taking their medicine. For dogs like this, you have to be stealthy. Here are a few tips for getting your dogs...

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BBQ Safety Tips For Pet Owners!

BBQ Safety Tips For Pet Owners!

The good weather is here so bring on the BBQs. Food always seems to taste better when it’s grilled; however, BBQs do pose a danger for cats and dogs. To ensure every BBQ moment you have this summer is magical, follow these simple BBQ safety tips for pet owners to make...

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Ear Hygiene In Dogs – We’re All Ears!

Ear Hygiene In Dogs – We’re All Ears!

Ear hygiene in dogs is crucial, and when it comes to the shape of dogs' ears, there are two types; the type that sticks up like the terrier or the floppy type like the spaniel. Whilst both types can be prone to infection, the floppy ears tend to be more susceptible....

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5 Signs Your Dog Loves You

5 Signs Your Dog Loves You

We love our dogs as if they are members of our families and we show them we love them in so many ways.  But how do our dogs tell us they love us too? Here are 5 signs your dog loves you!   1. They are pleased to see you when you come home   Dogs that have a...

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How To Help Your Dog Lose Weight

How To Help Your Dog Lose Weight

Is your dog carrying a little extra weight, especially after Christmas? Being overweight can have lasting consequences and studies have shown that overweight dogs are more prone to illnesses such as arthritis, breathing difficulties, heart problems and diabetes which...

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Coprophagia – The Practice Of Eating Poo!

Coprophagia – The Practice Of Eating Poo!

Coprophagia is the practice of eating poo (faeces) and is a behavioural condition whereby puppies and dogs consume their stool. It is a common habit in some dogs which can be distressing for the pet owner and unhygienic for the pet.   The facts about coprophagia...

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