Updated August 2026 Calm home visits for rabbits, guinea pigs and other small pets Small pets are sometimes described as easy to look after. In reality, rabbits, guinea pigs and other small animals often rely on very precise routines. A blocked water bottle, reduced appetite, sudden temperature change or small behaviour change can quickly become…
Generally, when your dog gets stung by a bee or wasp, it will typically suffer some localised pain and maybe a mild swelling, just like humans. Your dog will be stressed after being stung, but fortunately, the pain will go away fairly quickly (although will seem like a lifetime to your dog). In the same…
We are trying to reduce our carbon footprint and do our best to save the planet. From turning off lights when not in use to recycling and composting As dog owners, there are ways we can reduce our carbon pawprint, and this article aims to bring you some of the top ways this can be…
Planning a holiday should feel straightforward. But if you have a dog, it rarely is. I see this all the time. Owners start by looking at dates and flights. Then it hits them. What do I do about my dog? You might be weighing up kennels, boarding, a dog walker, or asking a friend. Each…
Updated September 2026 Alt text: Dog looking towards a distraction while its owner watches its body language] If your dog seems to bark at everything, it is understandable to want the noise to stop. But barking is not simply bad behaviour that needs correcting. Dogs bark to communicate. They may be excited, worried, frustrated, alerting…
Updated August 2026 Choosing a KONG looks simple until you discover the different sizes, colours and rubber types. The quick answer is: Size matters just as much as colour. Choose a KONG large enough that your dog cannot swallow it, and if you are between sizes or unsure, KONG advises sizing up. Powerful chewers may…
Updated July 2026 Tennis balls are not inherently poisonous to dogs, but ordinary ones can pose several avoidable risks. Repeated chewing can wear down tooth enamel. A ball that is too small, damaged, or easily compressed may become a choking hazard. Dogs that tear balls apart may also swallow pieces that cause a gut blockage….
Keep routine, sleep and safety on track. Twice a year, the clocks move. Your dog does not get the memo. Their body says it is breakfast time. Your alarm says another hour. That mismatch is where stress creeps in for many homes. I see it every March and October. Some dogs sail through it. Others…
