Dogs

Record number of pets poisoned by drugs – dog expert shares three ways to keep them safe

Following a report revealing a 42% rise in calls about pets ingesting recreational drugs and nicotine, from 445 in 2024 to 633 in 2025, dog owners are being urged to take extra care on walks.

With dogs naturally inclined to scavenge, even an everyday walk can present unexpected risks if owners aren’t paying attention.

Carolyn Menteith, Dog Behaviourist at leading dog food subscription...

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Arthritis in dogs: What is it and how to help your pup

Arthritis is an inflammatory condition that causes stiff, painful, and swollen joints. In dogs, it mostly affects their hips and elbows, but can also occur in their back. While most common in older dogs, arthritis can affect pets of any age. If you suspect your furry friend is struggling with their joint health, the experts from Bob Martin have offered their tips for recognising and treating...

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Winter adventures: How to include your dog on festive days out

There's so much for families to enjoy in the run up to Christmas, from exploring the Christmas markets and sampling delicious festive food and drink, to having seasonal film nights. But to make sure the whole family gets to enjoy this time of year, why not find some ways for your dog to get involved in the celebrations too? Our pets love spending time with us at any time of year, but they're...

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Wet Pooch? Tips and tricks on how to dry your dog

  • Search trends for 'best dog shampoo for itchy skin' has increased by 400 percent
  • Leaving your dog to air-dry can cause matting and bad odour – top tips on how to efficiently clean and dry your dog below

With wetter months ahead, we can expect lots of muddy and rainy walks with our pooch! Google Search Trends such as 'dry dog shampoo' have increased by 80%,...

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Christmas Safety: How to fire-proof, dog-proof and stain-proof your home

With Christmas being justsix weeks away, GTSE.co.uk wanted to discover the best ways to have a safe and damage-free Christmas when putting up your decorations, eating Christmas dinner and hanging lights both indoors and outdoors.

Using their expert knowledge on cable ties, widespread research and speaking with Lindsay Arliss, Dog Behaviour and Training Specialist at Wood Green , GTSE...

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Top Reasons You Need a Dog Box

Many dog owners fall in love with their new best friend and let the dog follow them everywhere. This can be a great way to establish a bond between you and your pet. However, it can also complicate the relationship as your dog may become too attached to you. It can make it hard to leave your dog at home alone, they are likely to suffer from separation anxiety.

A dog box, or cage ,...

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One in ten dog owners forced into debt to cover cost of caring for their dog

An online poll carried out for Dogs Trust, which has a rehoming centre in Ilfracombe, has revealed that more than one in ten dog owners (13%) has been forced into debt in order to care for their dog, a situation that is set to get worse as pet owners face an increase in the costs associated with caring for dogs.

The survey, carried out last week by YouGov on behalf of the charity,...

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UK Dog Owners of Potentially Fatal Consequences Letting Dogs Swim In Ponds and Rivers

Dog owners are being warned of the dangers surrounding blue-green algae, as a dog in Glasgow was rushed to the vet over the weekend after the dog came in contact with the dangerous substance. Google trends data shows a 5,000% increase in searches for ‘how long does it take for blue green algae to make your dog sick’ so this is actively being searched for and concerned pet owners want to keep...

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Dog theft prevention app - hoping to save the 50+ dogs who are stolen EVERY WEEK in the UK

After falling in love with her dog Brutus , Warwickshire local and former criminal defence lawyer Sara Burney (45) set out to make sure no dog is torn from its home again.

Research conducted by Direct Line Insurance has revealed that 2,438 dogs were stolen from their owners in 2020 - around 7 per day. A staggering 98% of offences do not result in prosecution .

After she and...

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How to Recognise The Signs of Spring Allergies in Your Dog

Just like with us humans, our dogs can suffer from seasonal allergies. Although allergy symptoms display differently in dogs, they often have the same triggers.

Most springtime allergies are caused by environmental conditions, like the increased level of pollen in the air when flowers bloom, and grass, weeds and trees flourish.

Sean McCormack, Head Vet at tails.com has...

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