Dog health & behaviour
Read our blogs and current news from around the world relating to dog health & behaviour.
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!...
How to help a dog in season
9th January, 2020
If you’re planning on breeding from your bitch, you might look forward to the time she comes into season. If not, a dog ‘in heat’ can be quite challenging to look after....
Dogs 'talk' to their owners with their eyes
8th January, 2020
Nearly two thirds of dogs use their eyes to tell their owners when they want something, new research has revealed. A survey of 1,100 owners by Pet Munchies and K9 Magazine found that 58% of dogs stand and stare to communicate their needs, rather than barking, whining or nudging their owners....
How to keep your dog safe this Christmas
10th December, 2019
‘Tis the season to be jolly, so take a look at our top tips for a safe doggy Christmas!...
Do dog owners live longer?
28th November, 2019
If you’re a dog owner, you know already that your pooch adds joy to your life in numerous ways. But did you realise that your loveable Labrador or playful Pug might actually be extending your lifespan?...
Why do dogs sniff?
21st October, 2019
Admit it: this question must have crossed your mind at some point during your doggy ownership lifetime! Just why do dogs love a good sniff?...
How do I know if my dog has arthritis?
19th September, 2019
Is your four-legged friend struggling to get down from the sofa? Perhaps they don’t run to greet you as you open the front door anymore? Your dog could be suffering from arthritis, which causes inflammation of the joints and limits their mobility....
7 ways to exercise your dog in the winter
9th September, 2019
As dog owners, we know it’s our responsibility to walk our pooches come rain or shine, but there are some days in winter when other forms of exercise come in handy....
Do dogs really contribute to your health and happiness?
21st August, 2019
If you’re a seasoned dog owner, you’ll understand just how much happiness a pooch can bring to your life. But if you’re new to pup ownership you might not understand just how many benefits there are to owning ‘man’s best friend’....