Updated August 2026 Leaving your dog home alone is not simply a matter of finding enough toys to keep them entertained. Your dog needs to feel safe enough to settle, sleep, drink, move around comfortably and wait for you to return. Some dogs cope well with short periods alone. Others begin to worry within minutes….
This page contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This means I may receive a commission if you click on a link and make a purchase, at no extra cost to you Garlic is one of those foods that causes a lot of confusion for dog owners. Some people believe…
Domestic dogs, as we all know, are descended from wolves, and although our modern canine friends come in all shapes and sizes, they still have the exact basic needs as their wild counterparts. Wolves in the wild keep moving – they have to do this to find food and shelter. Whilst our dogs no longer…
Christmas is a time for fun, family and food, and it is no surprise that those of us with dogs want to include our four-legged pals in the seasonal festivities, especially the central point of the day – Christmas dinner. During all the excitement, it is easy to become complacent about potentially harmful food items…
Christmas is a time for family – and your dog is a hugely important part of that: wintery walks, a Christmas bone, the happy sight of your pet curled up in front of the fire – it’s all part of the magic. Don’t forget, though, that while he’s part of your family, many things that…
How to Keep Your Dog Safe During the Festive Season Most families look forward to putting up the Christmas tree. You drag it through the door. You untangle the lights. You stand back and hope it doesn’t fall sideways. It feels like the real start of the season. But if you live with a dog,…
Kennel cough is a common name for a contagious respiratory infection that affects dogs. Despite its name, a dog does not need to stay in kennels to catch it. Infection can spread wherever dogs meet, share spaces or use contaminated equipment. Many dogs develop a distinctive hacking cough while remaining otherwise reasonably bright. Puppies, older…
Some Natural Ways to Help Kennel Cough If you think your dog has developed kennel cough, you should take him to your vet, who may decide that a course of antibiotics is an appropriate line of treatment. Tell them before you go as kennel cough is very contagious, and they may not want you in…
