We are trying to reduce our carbon footprint and do our best to save the planet. From turning off lights when not in use to recycling and composting As dog owners, there are ways we can reduce our carbon pawprint, and this article aims to bring you some of the top ways this can be…
Updated August 2026 Barking is normal dog behaviour. Dogs bark to communicate. The difficult part is when the barking becomes frequent, intense or difficult for either you or your dog to switch off from. Perhaps your dog barks at everyone walking past the window. Maybe they bark when another dog appears on a walk. They…
This article will give you an overview of the different types of kongs available and some suggestions for what to stuff them with. So, it could be cream cheese or dog-safe peanut butter. We understand that you may not have a Kong either because you haven’t heard of them before or never understood the hype….
Updated July 2026 Tennis balls are not inherently poisonous to dogs, but ordinary ones can pose several avoidable risks. Repeated chewing can wear down tooth enamel. A ball that is too small, damaged, or easily compressed may become a choking hazard. Dogs that tear balls apart may also swallow pieces that cause a gut blockage….
Keep routine, sleep and safety on track. Twice a year, the clocks move. Your dog does not get the memo. Their body says it is breakfast time. Your alarm says another hour. That mismatch is where stress creeps in for many homes. I see it every March and October. Some dogs sail through it. Others…
Sadly, many new dog owners bathe their dogs far too often, destroying all the essential oils. As a dog walker, I am often asked this question. I hope this article will help with the decision. This article also assumes that your dog has no skin problems or requires special bathing care, as your vet advises….
Many of us have to go out to work, and unfortunately, this could mean leaving your dog alone at home during the day. Whilst we know this cannot be avoided, it is essential to make sure that you have made arrangements to ensure your dog is not left for more than around 4 or 5…
Now that you have a dog, you have the following options when you next nok your holiday. In recent years, pet sitting and home boarding have become more popular, particularly home boarding, and have become much more regulated. Home boarding, where your dog stays in the person’s home, now requires the local council to license…
