The dangers of Passive Smoking to your Pets that you may not be aware of. If we breathe in smoke from other people’s cigarettes, pipes or cigars, this is known as passive smoking. We all hear about the risks of passive smoking, especially when around children, but this is actually causing damage to our pets…
Dog Care Tips
Are you a Law Abiding Dog Owner?
In the United Kingdom, we dog owners realise that owning a dog is a privilege and that as responsible dog parents, we must care for our dogs and raise them in a way that keeps them safe and doesn’t cause our pets any harm whatsoever. In addition, all dog owners must adhere to legislation and…
Is your Dog a Reactive Dog?
A “Reactive” Dog, will show signs of aggressive or anxious behaviour towards another dog, by growling, barking, snarling or lunging at them. It can be a response to being afraid of coming into contact with a dog they have never met before, or a frustration of being on a lead and not able to greet…
When is the best time to book holiday care for your Pet?
If a pet shares your life at home, it’s not easy just to book and jet off on holiday. You also need to make plans for your pet’s arrangements too. With the advent of the internet, the many options available have increased, but at the end of the day, you need to find a holiday…
Some Dogs Need Space – ask before approaching
Be aware – some dogs need space! Many dogs need space – this is something that I encounter quite often during my days as a professional Dog Walker. A dog off the leash will often bound up to the dogs I’m walking, with its owner often running after it yelling at the top of…
The controversy surrounding the use of raised dog bowls
If there is one issue relating to our dogs that gets everyone talking – it’s the subject of using raised dog bowls for feeding. How often, as a dog owner have you thought about these options at feeding time? Research findings In 2004, research was carried out and published on the Glickman Study Website, relating…
Hot cross buns! one a penny, two a penny ……. and your dog
The Danger of Feeding your Dog a Hot Cross Bun! Dog owners are advised not to give their dogs Hot Cross Buns this Eastertime, as this popular snack could poison them. This very dangerous treat contains toxic ingredients to our pets, such as nutmeg spice, lemon zest, sultanas and raisins. Easter is one of the…