Dog health & behaviour

Dog with Toothbrush

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....

Sad Puppy

How to help your pup recover from a dog attack

6th October, 2021

Here’s a situation we hope you don’t ever come up against - helping your pup recover from an attack by another dog....

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Autumn risks for dogs

14th September, 2021

Autumn is a great time of year for long walks with your beloved pooch and pet. But with the change of seasons comes a number of potential dangers. Here are some of the most common risks for pets in autumn....

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Healthy treats for dogs

13th September, 2021

We all like to treat our four-legged friends from time to time – perhaps as a way of rewarding good behaviour, during a training session or just as an expression of our love for them....

Puppy and Rabbit

Can dogs and rabbits live together?

6th September, 2021

Everyone needs a friend – whether human or animal. And just like humans, different animals have different requirements when it comes to companionship. Take the relationship between dogs and rabbits as an example....

Puppy

Vets welcome plan to crack down on illegal puppy imports

31st August, 2021

The UK government has set out plans to safeguard the welfare of imported puppies and dogs. New measures will raise the minimum age for importing a puppy from 15 weeks to six months; ban the import of dogs with cropped ears and docked tails; and prohibit the import of heavily pregnant dogs to help protect puppy and mother welfare....

Dog travel

Mini and Dogs Trust promote pet-friendly travel

17th August, 2021

More than three million households in the UK have acquired a pet since the start of the pandemic, and one in three homes now include a dog....

Dog walk with Face Mask

How to get your dog used to people wearing face masks

9th August, 2021

Many dogs are creatures of habit: give them a warm basket and a walk each day, and they’re happy. Show them something new, however, and it can take them a while to adjust....