Dog health & behaviour
Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to dog health & behaviour.
How to cope with wasp or bee stings in dogs
15th April, 2020
In the vast majority of cases, a bee or wasp sting is no more than a nuisance for your dog. However, it is possible that a sting could cause a more severe injury that could even prove to be fatal. What should you do if your dog has been stung?...
Looking after your dog when social distancing or staying home
24th March, 2020
To help reduce the spread of coronavirus, we’ve all been told to stay at home as much as possible. Under the latest measures, you should only leave your home to shop for basic necessities...
How to cope with a dog that’s afraid of water
18th March, 2020
While many pooches love to splash around in water – whether it’s a bath, puddle, lake or the sea – there are also a lot of dogs that definitely prefer to keep dry!...
Should you let your dog eat scraps?
18th March, 2020
Who can resist those puppy dog eyes!? Many owners at this point give into temptation and end up feeding their hound the remainder of their meal. But is it actually safe to feed them food designed for human consumption? And are there any ingredients that we really need to avoid giving to our pets?...
How to settle your dog into boarding kennels
18th March, 2020
In this article, we’ll highlight some important pre-boarding tasks and we’ll discover the maximum time you should leave your dog in kennels. With a bit of luck, when you return to pick up your pooch, the kennel staff will report that your pup took to boarding like a duck to water!...
How to help a dog in season
9th January, 2020
If you’re planning on breeding from your bitch, you might look forward to the time she comes into season. If not, a dog ‘in heat’ can be quite challenging to look after....
Dogs 'talk' to their owners with their eyes
8th January, 2020
Nearly two thirds of dogs use their eyes to tell their owners when they want something, new research has revealed. A survey of 1,100 owners by Pet Munchies and K9 Magazine found that 58% of dogs stand and stare to communicate their needs, rather than barking, whining or nudging their owners....
How to keep your dog safe this Christmas
10th December, 2019
‘Tis the season to be jolly, so take a look at our top tips for a safe doggy Christmas!...
Do dog owners live longer?
28th November, 2019
If you’re a dog owner, you know already that your pooch adds joy to your life in numerous ways. But did you realise that your loveable Labrador or playful Pug might actually be extending your lifespan?...