Dog health & behaviour
Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to dog health & behaviour.
How to get rid of fleas on your cat or dog
8th November, 2021
Flea infestations are one of the biggest fears of any pet parent. As well as ridding your poor cat or dog of the parasites themselves, you will need to clean your entire house, otherwise they will quickly start to set up home and reproduce – and they can give you a nasty bite, too!...
Most Googled questions about dogs
20th October, 2021
While we shouldn’t take Google as gospel, it’s a resource that can educate and inform on all those weird and wonderful things that our dogs do....
What is dog agility?
13th October, 2021
Agility can be a fun, active way to improve your dog's fitness and obedience – as well as a great way for you and your pet to spend time together. But what exactly is it, and how can you get involved?...
What’s wrong with my dog’s bum?
13th October, 2021
Dog owners aren’t really a squeamish bunch! We can’t be, when we’re prepared to run around after our pets picking up their poop – we quickly become hardened to things that would have previously turned our stomachs. So, with that, it's time to discuss some common doggy bum problems....
A-Z of dog health problems - part 1
13th October, 2021
Here at Purely Pets, we’ve put together this handy A-Z of dog health problems. Part one covers ailments from A to M – everything from arthritis to mange....
How to re-socialise your dog after the pandemic
8th October, 2021
While the COVID-19 pandemic is still very much part of life there is light at the end of the tunnel for both us and our beloved pets. Now’s the perfect time to take stock of our dogs’ socialisation and how we can help them re-adjust to the new normal....
Ear cropping in dogs: What you need to know about this worrying trend
7th October, 2021
A trend of dogs having their ears ‘cropped’ is being reported in the UK, prompting animal charities to attempt to raise awareness of the cosmetic procedure to prevent future harm to other animals. The practice involves surgically trimming the outer part of the dog’s ear. The intention is purely cosmetic and has no other benefits....
How to clean your dogs’ teeth
7th October, 2021
Although there are special diets, dental chews, powders, and additives to go into your dog’s water to prevent plaque from developing on your dogs’ teeth - the best way to prevent dental disease is to brush your dog’s teeth....
Tips for getting your first dog
6th October, 2021
From doing your research on the different types of breeds to buying dog insurance, there’s a lot to think about before picking your first pup....