Dogs

General Dog Care Guide: Everything You Need to Know for Your Furry Friend

Taking care of a dog involves more than just providing food and shelter—it’s about creating an environment where your pet can thrive physically, mentally, and emotionally. From establishing a daily exercise routine to maintaining a clean, safe living space, each aspect of dog care contributes to your pet’s overall well-being. Ensuring your dog receives proper nutrition, preventive health care, and...

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Why Do Dogs Eat Grass?

There is no clear scientific research to explain why dogs eat grass, but it is perfectly normal behaviour.

Dogs eating grass can often be attributed to a behaviour known as pica. Pica is a term used to describe the consumption of non-food items or substances by animals, including humans. It is considered a compulsive behaviour where animals exhibit a strong desire to eat things that...

How to Keep Your Dog Calm During Thunderstorms

Why does my dog get anxious during a thunderstorm?

"A lot of dogs are afraid of loud noises, especially unpredictable ones such as thunder or fireworks, which causes them fear, stress and anxiety, and as a owner, it can be distressing to watch them suffer every time the weather turns stormy.

"Without having been habituated to loud and unpredictable noises during the unique...

How to Have Your Doggy Watch You Say ‘I Do’ at Your Castle Wedding

If you can't contemplate saying 'I do' without having your beloved pooch in the wedding party, there is a fabulous option just awaiting your discovery thanks to a new link-up between England's most authentic, fortified medieval hotel and a doggy chaperone service.

Now, at breathtaking fairy-tale Northumberland castle, Langley Castle, you can not only have your doggy attend the...

Vet Issues Warning Over Dog Christmas Jumpers This Festive Season

With Christmas just around the corner, you might be thinking of cute ways to match your dress code with your canine companion. But while our four-legged friends might look adorable in a festive jumper, Head Vet at tails.com , Sean McCormack, has warned that certain fabrics can be irritating and itchy to the skin and that tight materials can restrict movement for your dog.

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"Who lets the dogs in?" High Streets Compete for More Doggy Visitors Through National Dog Awards Competition

This annual DogFriendly Awards Competition (run by https://www.dogfriendly.co.uk ) has had an unprecedented amount of votes in its Town category with several urban centres competing enthusiastically to become the No.1 UK town to bring your pooch.

The winners were announced at a lavish ceremony on the 29th November 2023 at the Kennel Club's London offices and hosted by Katie...

Experts Way In On Christmas Selection Boxes for Dogs & How Safe They Actually Are

With many UK retailers advertising selection boxes for dogs, Kennel Store has weighed in on the most dangerous dog treats and the risks they pose to your beloved pet.

"We all love treating our dogs and giving them a tasty treat every once in a while and especially at Christmas, but it's important to be mindful of what exactly we're giving them. We've compiled a list of treats that...

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Leading Pet Behaviourist shares top tips to safely socialise dogs

Often bigger breeds of dogs are unfairly stigmatised by the public and seen as scary or frightening, when this very much isn't the case. No dog is born bad and as pet parents, we should all be looking to do right by our pets and raise them in a way to show the friendly and compassionate side that man's best friend is known for.

Leading pet food and wellbeing company Bella & Duke...

British College of Canine Studies announces a free online course aimed at dog owners

As the Government faces a huge backlash from XL Bully owners and Anti Breed Specific Legislation (BSL) campaigners, the British College of Canine Studies announces a free online course aimed at dog owners.

The online course provider has specialised in courses for canine professionals since 2010. Students include Vet Nurses, Trainers, Behaviourists, every major rescue organisation in...

PDSA vets rank England’s best winter dog walks

Enjoying the Great British countryside with your dog is a wonderful experience but often walking them in the cold winter months can seem a chore. PDSA vets together with PDSA Pet Insurance are reminding pet owners of the importance of getting out and about with your dog despite the colder weather by sharing their favourite winter walks across England.

“Going for a long country walk...

On Santa's Naughty List? How To Stop Your Dog Misbehaving This Christmas

Christmas can be a fun and exciting time for all the family, with presents, parties, delicious food and plenty of cuddles for our dogs! But with normal routines out of the window and more strangers about, Christmas time may mean your furry friend gets up to all kinds of mischief. In fact recent research revealed that two in five (40%) of dog owners notice a change in their canine's mood...

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