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Thinking about adopting a dog?

Whether you’re a first-time owner or you’ve had dogs before, getting a dog is really exciting. But it’s also a big commitment and there’s lots to think about before making up your mind.

Top dog pet advice articles

There’s so much to discover on our website about keeping your canine companion happy and healthy. Here are just some of our most popular articles…

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How to stop your dog getting bored

Dogs are very clever animals and like to use their brain or they can get bored.
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Resource guarding in dogs and how to stop

Using aggression to maintain ownership of an item of value such as food or a favourite toy is known as ‘resource guarding’.
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Teaching your puppy to toilet correctly

Housetraining is all about the 3Rs: Routine, Relief and Reward. This can be a tricky time for you and your dog, but with a little understanding it needn’t cause problems.
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Keeping your dog happy

When it comes to keeping your dog’s mental wellbeing in tip-top shape, there’s lots to consider. But we’ve got you covered with advice from our experts.

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What is mange?

Mange is a skin disease caused by very small mites. Our advice can help you prevent and treat the condition – keeping your dog happy and healthy.

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Caring for your blind dog

Blind dogs and those with vision loss can live a fulfilling and enriched life with the right understanding and support from their owners. Here, we tackle some common questions and offer advice on care.

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Is your dog scared of loud noises? How to help

If you live with a dog who’s scared of loud noises, we know it can be as stressful for you as it is for them. It’s heart-breaking to watch your pet showing signs of fear. Luckily, there are things you can do to help your four-legged friend feel more confident!

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Spotting hay fever in dogs

Hay fever is an allergy to pollen. If you experience hay fever, you’ll know how uncomfortable it can be! Unfortunately for your dogs, they can get it too. But it’s important never to give human hay fever remedies to dogs, including antihistamines meant for humans, as they can be toxic for pets.

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All about Brucella canis infection in dogs

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Wag the weight off – Online course

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A brand new online course discovering pet body shape, diet and top tips on getting dogs and cats into great shape.

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How to look after your dog’s teeth

Here we explain the problems of dental disease, how to keep your dog’s teeth healthy and top tips on how to safely clean their teeth.

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How to care for your dog in the hot weather

During the summer months, you might like it hot, but dogs don’t. Their needs are very different to ours, so here’s our advice on how to care for your canine companion in hot weather.

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Your dog could die in a hot car

However tempting it may be, never leave your dog in the car during summer months. The result could be fatal.

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Dogs and Covid-19

As the world is affected by the Coronavirus, fears for our personal safety are in the forefront of our minds.

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How to give your dog a bath

Giving your dog a bath will help keep their coat healthy and sweet smelling.

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