What dog breed is good for me?

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What are the cheapest dog breeds to insure?

10th February, 2022

Something else to think about, of course, is dog insurance. Some breeds will, quite simply, be cheaper to insure than others. Here are the least expensive dog breeds to insure....

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Dog breeds with the best sense of smell

19th January, 2022

Dogs are known and celebrated for their acute sense of smell. Indeed, it's one of the particular talents that led to man domesticating dogs' ancestors, the wolves, for help with hunting and tracking prey....

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Study reveals dog breeds most affected by ear infections

23rd November, 2021

One in every 14 dogs in the UK suffers from ear infection each year, according to new research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). Knowing more about the condition can help you spot the signs and ensure your dog gets prompt treatment when they need it. Ear infections (clinically known as ‘otitis externa’) occur when the lining of a dog’s ear becomes inflamed and thickened in either one......

Which dog breeds are popular with the royal family?

8th October, 2021

In this article, we’ll look at some dogs favoured by the royal family, and find out a little bit more about their temperaments so you can decide if the breeds might be right for you, too....

Labradors and Cockapoos are this year's top breeds

Labradors and Cockapoos are this year's top breeds

11th August, 2021

Labradors often top the charts and this year is no exception, with the friendly and energetic breed the most popular among new owners in the UK in 2021....

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Top 17 bravest dogs in history

27th January, 2021

Throughout our long history together our two species have become dependent on each other for many things. While we have provided food and warmth, dogs have shown unquestionable loyalty, unconditional love and ever-lasting friendship. Here we honour their remarkable journeys and incredible feats of endurance, strength and derring-do....

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Best dog breeds to buy if you work all day

26th January, 2021

There’s nothing better than returning from a hard day at work, only to be greeted by your four-legged friend. That wagging tail. That unconditional love. There’s nothing better! That said, some dog breeds do much better than others when it comes to being left alone while you’re toiling away at the office all day....

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6 of the best dog breeds for single people

15th January, 2021

Whether you’re in need of some home security, or someone to greet you whenever you walk through the door, there’s a dog that’s just right for you. While we’d argue that pretty much any dog would make a great addition to single life, here are six breeds we think are worth a closer look!...

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15 dog breeds that are good with cats

20th July, 2020

They say that some of us are dog people and some are cat people. But what if you really can’t choose between the two?...