Every responsible dog owner knows that their dog needs to drink water to stay healthy and active, but how much should they be drinking and how to ensure they get enough? Understanding the importance of water consumption for dogs and taking simple steps will ensure your dog stays hydrated and happy all year round. Staying…
We encounter them on almost a daily basis. As ticks have always been a problem when it comes to dogs, with the changes in climate all over the world, ticks are beginning to thrive. Therefore, many are increasing awareness of the illnesses dogs succumb to when exposed to ticks. Ticks are vile, blood-sucking creatures that…
Seeing plenty of other dogs on your walk is always a pleasant sight, especially now the weather is getting warmer. However, dog walking is etiquette, so it’s essential to be aware of how your dog approaches other dogs, particularly those on leads or those wearing a yellow ribbon. If you see a dog on a…
Your safety when you are out and about – paws for thought! Some time ago I wrote an article on safe dog walking and having seen the following advice from Monica Morgan SRN,SCM,RNT ( retired) BHSAI . I have done a follow-up If you are like me and enjoy going out walking the dogs in…
Biting is a fundamental part of being a dog. Dogs use their mouths completely differently to us – to explore the world, carry things, and identify objects by their taste and smell. This means that even our gentle, beloved pet dogs have the potential to bite – even if it is not in a vicious,…
As a dog walker in North London, I’ve come across many different breeds. Here, we focus on the Pug, variously called the Chinese Pug Dog, Mop or the Dutch Bulldog, who is one of the oldest breeds. He is said to have originated from Asia before 400 BC. The breed was popular during Victorian times…
If you’re here because your dog has just eaten chocolate, take a breath. This happens all the time. Dogs are quick, quiet, and led by smell. Chocolate gets left out during busy moments. Guests arrive with gifts. Kids drop sweets. Someone puts a bar “up high” and forgets the dog can jump. I work with…
Owning a dog is a big commitment in terms of time, money and energy; the energy commitment being the amount of time and effort you need to spend walking him. There is no hard and fast rule when it comes to dog walking, and much depends on the breed of the dog. Working dogs like…
