Dog health & behaviour
Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to dog health & behaviour.
Top tips to prepare your puppy for their first winter
8th November, 2022
Got a new puppy? Purely Pets shares some winter hazards and shows you how to keep your playful pup safe this festive season....
How much exercise does my dog need?
26th October, 2022
As a dog owner, you know your four-legged friend needs its fair share of walkies, but just how much exercise is really necessary? Learn how often and how far to take your canine in this Purely Pets guide....
Dangerous foods and substances for your dog
24th October, 2022
Dogs can’t wait to get their paws into anything and everything they deem edible, but your home is full of potential dangers to their tiny tums. Read on to discover what is and isn’t toxic for canines around the house....
National Walk Your Dog Week 1st – 7th October
29th September, 2022
It’s no secret our furry friends love walkies, just say the word, or show their lead and the excitement can clearly be seen (well, in most)!...
How do dogs process what they see?
27th September, 2022
For the first time, scientists have been able to take a look at how a dog’s mind reconstructs what it is looking at. The results suggest that dogs are more attuned to actions in their environment rather than to who or what is doing the action....
How to care for your dog’s coat
23rd August, 2022
Let’s take a look at the various dog coat types, and how to care for them. Along the way, we’ll look at grooming – how, and how often – as well as other key questions, such as what brush best suits each coat type....
How long is a dog pregnant?
19th August, 2022
Most dogs are pregnant for 63 days, but this can range between 56-72 days. Here’s the Purely Pets guide to spotting pregnancy in dogs and how you can help your pet through gestation, birth, and caring for puppies....
How often you should worm a puppy
4th August, 2022
Worms can enter your dog's system when your pet swallows a flea. They may do this while chewing at skin that has been irritated by flea bites – or simply from licking or grooming their fur. If the fleas that your dog ingests are themselves infected with tapeworms, there is a high chance that the dog may also become infected....
Keeping your dog safe in very hot weather
22nd July, 2022
Vets have issued urgent advice on keeping pets safe as temperatures in the UK soar to potentially record levels....