Lots of us have welcomed a furry friend into our lives in the past year. With lockdown meaning that many of us are spending more time at home, the demand for puppies and dogs has skyrocketed. Unfortunately, the popularity of pooches has led to a rise in dog theft, with thieves looking to cash in […]
Dogs
Dealing with anxiety in dogs
Did you know that nearly 80% of pets suffer with anxiety in one way or another? You might think that pet anxiety is confined to just a few nights a year, when there are fireworks or thunderstorms, but pets can suffer with anxiety all year round. Anxiety is the psychological, physiological and altered behavioural state […]
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Dogs
Stop ear cropping
Support the #CutTheCrop campaign There has been a recent rise in the number of dogs with cropped ears in the UK. Influencers and online personalities are buying dogs with cropped ears and showing them off to their millions of followers. The recent spike in cases is cause for concern. We want to educate people about […]
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Dogs
Help your puppy sleep at night
Welcoming a puppy into your home is a really special feeling. After a big first day, it’s only natural to worry about how your new pup will get on in his first night in his new home. We’ve spoken to leading animal behaviourist, Rosie Bescoby, to get the lowdown on how to get your puppy […]
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Dogs
Flying your pets abroad
Flying your pets abroad can seem like a really daunting task and the preparation can seem overwhelming. There are lots of documents to fill in and regulations that you must comply to, and different countries will have their own unique entry requirements. That’s why we’re delighted to announce that we’ve teamed up with PetAir UK, […]
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Dogs
Why do dogs wag their tails?
Everyone knows that a wagging tail means a happy pooch, right? Actually, dogs wag their tails to express a range of emotions, and wagging can mean anything from anxiety to joy. Along with body language, the tail is how dogs communicate how they’re feeling to us and other animals. Let’s take a look at what […]
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Dogs
Saltwater poisoning in dogs
The seaside can be great fun for you and your dog, whether you’re going for a bracing winter walk or having a relaxing day in the shade. Spending a day at the beach with your dog is a great way to introduce them to a fun and enriching environment, but beach trips also come with unique […]