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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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What to do about your dog barking

Dogs are sociable creatures who enjoy the companionship of people or other animals.

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Do-it-yourself dog training

With the right training, you can teach your canine companion lots of new skills – and build a better relationship with them too. We’re here to help you achieve both!

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Preparing a dog for your new baby

The arrival of a new baby into your family can be an exciting but uncertain time; especially for your dog.

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Why is my dog barking and lunging at other dogs?

Dog owners always hope to have calm and friendly encounters with other dogs they meet. In this article, we'll help you deal with unfavourable behaviours such as lunging and barking.

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What to do if your dog is nervous of strangers

Dogs are social animals, but like us, they may not be confident with everybody they encounter.

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Dealing with a dog's separation fears

Separation anxiety can be best described as a group of behaviours that indicate a dog is in distress when left alone.

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Help your dog to cope with changes of routine

Dogs thrive on a good routine, they’re creatures of habit and like to know when it’s time for walkies, dinner and play time. All dog’s need physical exercise and mental stimulation to keep them happy and healthy.

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Help your puppy socialise and grow

Your puppy has a wonderful life ahead of them. Help them experience different sights, sounds and handling from a very early age, so they grow into a friendly, confident adult dog.

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