There’s nothing worse than knowing your best friend is suffering, and we’ve put together a pretty thorough First section to help you look after them. This time we’re going to look at a pretty common problem. Parasites come in many shapes, and we’d say sizes, but the truth is they all tend to be quite…
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…
I get it. You pick up a stick, your dog lights up, and you’ve got an easy game on a walk. For years, stick throwing has been sold to us as harmless, natural fun. But the truth is simple. The dangers of throwing sticks for dogs are real, and the injuries can be severe. Vets…
With the cold weather set in for the next few months, you can do plenty to keep your dog in tip-top condition and ensure they’re well protected from the elements. As a north London dog walker, I know only too well how well-groomed dog fares throughout the winter, so here are some tips for winter…
The ever-growing so-called obesity epidemic in humans has been a very real concern for some years now, with health concerns like diabetes, cancer, depression and heart disease, and an undoubted effect on quality of life. Sadly, the same is true of our dogs –the RSPCA now says it’s a serious welfare issue. Why is this…
Your dog’s safety is likely one of your largest concerns. When they are sick or hurt, you ensure that a licensed veterinarian sees them and meticulously cares for them during their recovery by ensuring that they receive all of the required medication. We love them with all of our hearts, and they, in turn, are…
It’s one of every dog owner’s worst fears—your dog suddenly ends up in a scuffle with another. Maybe you’re out on a walk, or at the park, and things go from playful to hostile in seconds. Most of the time, dogs sort out their differences on their own. But when they don’t, and a proper…
Doggy First Aid – Tackling Cuts and Grazes With Your Dog Unfortunately, dogs are always going to be dogs. There will come a time when they’ll go on an adventure and wind up with a cut or a scrape. It happens occasionally, so you must deal with it correctly, exercising responsibility as a pet owner…
