Clothing expert shares do’s and don’ts when cleaning clothes after a dog walk
When it comes to owning a dog, we know our furry friends can tend to cause some mess from time to time. Whether mud splashes on dog walks to excess fur shedding around the house, owning a dog comes with some cleaning required. Stains and damage to your clothes can be all the more devastating if the clothing happens to be a premium item.
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Pets may help us reduce stress, says PDSA
For stress awareness month this April, vet charity PDSA is highlighting the positive impact that pets may have on our mental health.
PDSA Vet Nurse Nina Downing said: "Stress can affect us all – busy lives, financial pressures, and juggling family and work life can all cause challenges. In fact, the Office for National Statistics found that a third of adults reported high levels of...
New research highlights ageing dog healthcare needs
New research from the University of Liverpool, funded by BSAVA PetSavers, shows that dog owners think many important changes in their older pets are 'just old age', when actually they are signs of serious health problems.
The researchers surveyed more than 600 dog owners and more than 300 veterinary professionals across the UK. Dog owners were asked if they had noticed any of a list...
How to give your dog a bath when it doesn't want one
Dog owners are being offered easy-to-follow tips on how to get their four-legged friend used to bathtime. Experts at Posh.co.uk have revealed six ways to help dogs get used to regularly bathing in the tub.
The idea of bathtime may seem like a nightmare to some dogs as they can often feel confined and are scared of the running water. However, consistent training and careful handling...
Warning against sharing a bed with pets
Pet owners have been warned sleeping with their pets could expose them to harmful parasites and bugs.
Sleep experts at WinstonsBeds.com have revealed six reasons why sleeping with pets can harm health.
Research shows that over 75% of dog owners allow their pets to sleep in their bed with them, proving co-sleeping is a popular practice. Unfortunately for pet owners who enjoy...
Your dog could be bringing hay fever into your home
Hay fever sufferers are being warned their four-legged friend could be bringing pollen into the home. The experts at Online-Bedrooms.co.uk are advising pet owners to be cautious when stroking their dogs during high-pollen days. Hay fever allergies peak in the UK during Spring and Summer time as grass, tree and weed pollen sweeps across the country.
Typical signs of hay fever include...