What dog breed is good for me?
17 things you need to know before buying a pedigree dog
13th April, 2022
If you're thinking of adding a dog to your household: congratulations! It may prove to be one of the best things you ever do. During your research, you'll probably come across certain terms again and again – 'pedigree', 'purebred', 'mixed breed'. What do these terms mean? How much does it cost to buy and look after a pedigree dog? And what kinds of health issues can pedigree breeds suffer from?...
11 of the best Terrier breeds
15th March, 2022
Small but feisty, is it any wonder that our home-grown terrier breeds are some of the nation’s favourites dogs. But with so many terrier breeds to choose from it can be difficult to work out which is right for you and your family....
Best dogs for anxiety and emotional support
24th February, 2022
Did you know that when we stroke or cuddle up with a dog, that physical closeness improves our mood, lowers our blood pressure, and keeps our stress and anxiety in check?...
Which dog breeds are most at risk of 'cherry eye'?
16th February, 2022
Certain breeds of dog, including English Bulldogs and popular crossbreeds, are up to 34 times more likely than other breeds to suffer from ‘cherry eye’, new research shows....
What are the cheapest dog breeds to insure?
10th February, 2022
Something else to think about, of course, is dog insurance. Some breeds will, quite simply, be cheaper to insure than others. Here are the least expensive dog breeds to insure....
Dog breeds with the best sense of smell
19th January, 2022
Dogs are known and celebrated for their acute sense of smell. Indeed, it's one of the particular talents that led to man domesticating dogs' ancestors, the wolves, for help with hunting and tracking prey....
Study reveals dog breeds most affected by ear infections
23rd November, 2021
One in every 14 dogs in the UK suffers from ear infection each year, according to new research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). Knowing more about the condition can help you spot the signs and ensure your dog gets prompt treatment when they need it. Ear infections (clinically known as ‘otitis externa’) occur when the lining of a dog’s ear becomes inflamed and thickened in either one......
Which dog breeds are popular with the royal family?
8th October, 2021
In this article, we’ll look at some dogs favoured by the royal family, and find out a little bit more about their temperaments so you can decide if the breeds might be right for you, too....
Labradors and Cockapoos are this year's top breeds
11th August, 2021
Labradors often top the charts and this year is no exception, with the friendly and energetic breed the most popular among new owners in the UK in 2021....