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So you have decided to get a puppy and you are understandably really excited to have a small ball of fluff join your family. However, there are a lot of things to think about before you get to bring them home and this can be overwhelming. A lot of puppy owners may not realise how…
Deciding to get a dog is a big decision, however it is not the only one you must make. You need to decide if there are particular breeds that suit you and your lifestyle. Although you may not have a preference, each breed of dog has its own personality and behaviour traits that you will…
Dogs and children can have an amazing bond which is lovely to see, especially if the dog is part of a family with kids. Whilst some dogs seem to naturally love children and instinctively know how to act around them, this is not the case with all dogs. Therefore, dogs still need to be sufficiently…
Christmas is a lot of people’s favourite time of the year and is full of family traditions and celebrations. However, sometimes our pets are forgotten about and not included in the events. It is often discussed how to keep your dog safe during the festive period, however, it’s less common to talk about how to…
Many dogs suffer from fears and phobias which can be due to a variety of causes such as lack of early socialisation or a negative experience in the past. Here we discuss what the signs of fear are in dogs and what the common dog phobias are. Signs of fear There are often some obvious…
Is your dog addicted to eating human food? This is extremely common. It can sometimes be impossible to refuse those puppy dog eyes at the dinner table when you know they want to try a bit of your food. It’s natural for dog owners to offer their dogs leftovers from a meal or as a…
Dog behaviour problems can often be misunderstood by dog owners and can lead to them mishandling the situation. Although every dog is different, here we discuss some common dog behaviour problems and how to deal with them. Barking The majority of dogs are vocal and although howling, whining and barking are normal behaviour for a…
It is relatively common for dogs to suffer from storm phobia. For many dog owners, they dread the forecast of a thunderstorm. During a storm, dogs can often whine, cry, pant, urinate, pace the house or even be destructive. This behaviour can be stressful for them and can even lead to physical or psychological harm.…
Even though it is frustrating for owners if their dog is chewing everything, it is a natural behaviour and most dogs love to chew. No matter if you have the best intention, it is almost impossible to get a dog to stop chewing completely. However, there are some things dog owners can implement to help…