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Taking Care of your Pet in the Heat

1st August, 2019

Dogs and cats are at risk of heat stroke in the summer months. Cats do like to sunbathe but tend to know when they have had enough heat and will move to a more shaded spot. Dogs are sometimes not quite so smart and may need to be moved from the sun to prevent overheating....

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Why did dogs become domesticated and when did this begin?

29th July, 2019

As our oldest animal companions, we’re still fascinated to find out how, why and when exactly dogs became our best friends. It’s hard to imagine how a Chihuahua or Yorkshire Terrier ended up curled at our feet when, at one point, they were mighty and fearsome predators....

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What tricks can I train my dog to do?

24th July, 2019

As the RSCPA tells us, good training can improve a pup’s quality of life. It can also keep you both active, beat boredom and give you greater control over your pet’s safety when you’re out and about on walkies....

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Is it true that dogs are more affectionate than cats?

24th July, 2019

The debate still ensues over which animals are more affectionate – canines or felines? Dogs and cats have been living with humans for thousands of years, and yet still, a whole host of factors can affect the way that they behave with us....

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New research identifies health problems faced by British bulldogs

23rd July, 2019

Ear infections, skin infections and obesity are just some of the health issues that the iconic British bulldog is particularly prone to, new research shows....

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What types of tricks can I train my dog to do?

19th July, 2019

Teaching your dog to do tricks and commands is one of the best bonding experiences you can have with your pet. As the RSCPA tells us, good training can improve a pup’s quality of life. It can also keep you both active, beat boredom and give you greater control over your pet’s safety when you’re out and about on walkies....

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AI-powered cat flap stops cat bringing home prey

11th July, 2019

If your furry friend has a tendency to catch rodents or birds and bring them home, you’ll admire the work of Amazon employee Ben Hamm, who has spent hours (and hours) training a machine-learning system to stop his ‘sweet, murderous’ cat Metric from coming in through the cat flap when carrying prey....

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10 reasons why dogs are a man’s best friend

9th July, 2019

Today’s pampered and much love pooches are a far cry from wild wolves. We treat our dogs like family, make sure they’ve covered by dog insurance and spoil them with plenty of treats! To many owners, their dog is literally their best friend....

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Dulux dogs 'facing extinction' as fashions change

4th July, 2019

The Old English Sheepdog has fallen to historic low rates of puppy registrations and risks extinction if the trend continues, the Kennel Club has warned....

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