Dog health & behaviour

A dog snarling and looking angry

How to calm down an angry dog

19th January, 2021

A dog’s ears are pinned back, their eyes are glaring at you, they might even be snarling and showing their teeth. The dog has got so angry you’re scared they could even bite you. What can you do?...

What do dogs see?

19th January, 2021

If you’re a curious canine fan then read on to find out everything you need to know about your dog’s eyes and common problems to look out for....

Two dogs smelling each others noses on a beach

How to introduce puppies to older dogs

2nd December, 2020

So, you’ve succumbed to puppy fever again! With their boundless energy and puppy dog eyes they really are irresistible. But while getting a new puppy is exciting for the human family members, it isn’t always so for the furry kind....

A cute white puppy laying down on a garden patio

How to stop your puppy urinating when it's excited

16th October, 2020

If your puppy or grown-up dog has a tendency to pee at inappropriate moments, the good news is that you can probably train them out of it – but it will take patience and understanding as they won't lose the habit overnight....

A dog sitting on its owners lap at a bbq

Do dogs and cats go through the menopause?

19th August, 2020

An important area to keep an eye on is your pets’ reproductive cycle, particularly as they age. A question that is often raised is whether female dogs and cats experience menopause as they get older. Let’s find out....

A dog sleeping on its owner's bed while its owner works on her laptop

What do these dog sleeping positions mean?

18th August, 2020

A dogs sleeping position can be surprisingly illuminating as they get themselves into lots of different poses: stretched out, curled up, on their back or on their front. But what do all these sleeping positions mean? Let’s take a look at what they reveal about your canine companion....

A Jack Russel with a docked tail standing in a crop field with a harness on

What is tail docking?

17th July, 2020

The practice of removing or shortening a dog’s tail used to be commonplace, but it is now illegal in the UK, apart from a few limited exceptions. Why would you ever dock a dog’s tail, and what are the circumstances in which you can still do so under the law?...

An overhead view of a dog surrounded by toys on a living room floor

How to stop a dog from choking

17th July, 2020

Learning how to act in case of an emergency is one of the best things animal lovers can do to protect their pets, along with getting the right vaccinations and choosing suitable dog insurance....

A Labrador with a medical mask covering its face

Can my cat or dog catch Coronavirus?

16th July, 2020

As animal lovers ourselves, we’ve looked into the latest guidance on whether our beloved cats or dogs can catch this potentially deadly virus....