A practical guide from real walks in Finchley and Muswell Hill Easter can be a nice time to get out more with your dog. Longer days. Better weather. More people in the parks. But from a dog walker’s point of view, it also brings a mix of risks I see every year. Chocolate dropped on…
Spring is a sign of a new start. It is a season of fluorescent and festivities. After an extended horizon of winters and autumn, spring is warmly welcomed by everyone worldwide. Many communities also welcome spring with cultural norms. They celebrate the start of this season as part of their culture and religion. At the…
Why Other Dogs May Still Need Space Updated May 2026 This article offers general guidance only. If your dog is showing serious fear, aggression, anxiety or sudden behaviour changes, speak to a qualified reward-based behaviour professional or your vet. “Don’t worry, my dog is friendly.” It is a phrase many of us have heard…
Any dog owner in England cannot fail to have noticed that, by law, their Dog must be microchipped by 6 April 2016. This has been introduced for many reasons, from encouraging better dog ownership to helping reunite lost or stolen dogs with their owners. What does the law say? All dog owners in England, Scotland…
Parasites are organisms that live on or inside another animal. Some cause little more than irritation. Others can lead to skin disease, digestive illness, blood loss, breathing difficulties or serious complications. Common parasites affecting dogs in the UK include: You may see some parasites directly. Others are microscopic, live inside the body or cause symptoms…
Dental Disease in Dogs and Cats – Lift that Lip!! Mrs Miggins (name has been changed to protect the innocent!!) is a loving pet owner. Her two cats, Salt and Pepper, and her dog Bruno (names have also been changed!) are regular visitors to the vets but do not need to come frequently. We see…
Valentine’s Day looks harmless on the surface. Flowers arrive. Chocolates appear on tables. Cards, balloons and shiny wrapping get left around the house. Plans change. Visitors come and go. For dogs, that combination can create real risk. I see it every year. Not because people are careless, but because Valentine’s Day hazards are not obvious…
Chinese New Year is a huge celebration in communities around the world, not just in China, and with a high population of Chinese communities in London and the UK, it’s no wonder that there are numerous planned celebrations for the12th February 2021 to greet the Chinese New Year in style. Many of these celebrations may…
