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How to cope with a dog that’s afraid of water
18th March, 2020
While many pooches love to splash around in water – whether it’s a bath, puddle, lake or the sea – there are also a lot of dogs that definitely prefer to keep dry!...
Should you let your dog eat scraps?
18th March, 2020
Who can resist those puppy dog eyes!? Many owners at this point give into temptation and end up feeding their hound the remainder of their meal. But is it actually safe to feed them food designed for human consumption? And are there any ingredients that we really need to avoid giving to our pets?...
How to settle your dog into boarding kennels
18th March, 2020
In this article, we’ll highlight some important pre-boarding tasks and we’ll discover the maximum time you should leave your dog in kennels. With a bit of luck, when you return to pick up your pooch, the kennel staff will report that your pup took to boarding like a duck to water!...
Study reveals where pet cats roam outdoors
17th March, 2020
In a new study published in the journal Animal Conservation, researchers put GPS trackers on 925 pet cats from six countries and tracked their movements for six days....
Vets warn of dachshund health issues after Crufts win
10th March, 2020
Crufts showcases a wide range of adorable dogs and many viewers at home may end up falling in love with a particular breed and be inspired to get their own....
Study highlights common health problems in Chihuahuas
25th February, 2020
Chihuahuas are rising in popularity in the UK, with ownership increasing over five-fold in the past decade. But while they might be cute, the world’s smallest dog breed has unique behaviours and needs that prospective owners should consider in advance and the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has warned against purchasing a Chihuahua puppy on impulse....
Dogstival announces change of date and venue for 2020
25th February, 2020
Over the past weeks closely following Government and Public Health England updates, Dogstival has taken the decision to move the two-day festival from 16th & 17th May to 5th & 6th September. This change of date has also required a change of venue to Burley Park, the New Forest....
Would you feed your dog plant-based meals?
12th February, 2020
Veganuary may be over, but many dog owners are thinking about reducing meat in their pet’s diet, according to new research....
14 facts about Weimaraners
6th February, 2020
The history of the Weimaraner – aka the ‘grey ghost’ – stretches back to the early 19th century in Germany, when they were bred for hunting. Here are some fun facts about this fantastic breed – how many did you know already?...