Can Easter Eggs really kill dogs? Easter is a religious time of year, but for most of us, it is when we get to eat as much chocolate as possible—munching our way through a pile of Easter eggs and sharing them with the family dog whilst watching a favourite film. STOP right there a moment:…
This is the time of year that your pooch may pick up a free loader! You don’t have to go away to the country for your dog to pick up a tick. Even in London, on Hampstead Heath and indeed in your own garden it can happen! What are Ticks Ticks are blood-sucking parasites, fortunately…
Usually, when you hear that someone is organising an Easter egg hunt, you picture lots of small children, basket over one arm, hunting around the garden for miniature chocolate eggs. The eggs go in the basket for totting up at the end or get eaten on the spot. It depends on how well run your…
Dogs bark. We all know that. Some bark more than others, and numerous situations increase the likelihood that a dog will bark. A friend asked me, through Finchley Dog walker, why his dog was different on the leash and barked more, so I thought I would share my experiences when dog walking and explain why…
Most responsible dog owners will surely see sense in keeping their pooches entertained as much as possible, whether when they are with them or during those long hours when the dog is home alone. There has always been a huge selection of squeaky or jangly toys available at good pet shops – things to chew,…
Equipment: old sock tennis ball treatsSkill Level: Easy Dogs are great fun and man’s best friend. We want to make them happy, and that often means buying plenty of toys and other things that make their lives more fun. This can cause quite a problem if funds are short, so it is always interesting to…
An Easy Brain Game That Helps Tire Dogs Out Updated May 2026 Many people think a tired dog simply needs a longer walk. In reality, that is not always true. Some dogs become more over-aroused the more physical exercise they get. I see this quite often with younger dogs, working breeds, rescue dogs, and dogs…
Keeping dogs free of fleas is sometimes a full-time job. The easiest thing to do is to reach for the remedies told in chemists and stores. However, these don’t always sit well because they contain chemicals. It is sometimes worthwhile considering alternative remedies and a more natural approach. We will go through a few natural…
