Now summer is finally here, the days are longer, the weather is warmer, and the sun is making more frequent appearances. It is the perfect time to get outdoors and appreciate the beauty that the English summer offers. Your dog will also be loving the warmer weather. They will be enjoying the sunshine with all…
Every responsible dog owner knows that their dog needs to drink water to stay healthy and active, but how much should they be drinking and how to ensure they get enough? Understanding the importance of water consumption for dogs and taking simple steps will ensure your dog stays hydrated and happy all year round. Staying…
We encounter them on almost a daily basis. As ticks have always been a problem when it comes to dogs, with the changes in climate all over the world, ticks are beginning to thrive. Therefore, many are increasing awareness of the illnesses dogs succumb to when exposed to ticks. Ticks are vile, blood-sucking creatures that…
Helping your dog deal with thunderstorms Not all dogs will react to thunderstorms. Some dogs will sleep through it, but others will respond differently. Dogs can sense thunder long before it comes and starts pacing up and down, panting, trying to get under the bed etc., to hide. This can be hard for owners to…
Harvest Mites and Your Dog Around this time of year, particularly July – September, harvest mites are at their peak in numbers, producing a high risk of skin problems for domestic animals – particularly dogs. What are harvest mites? They are small mites that start off as an egg then larvae and finally become an…
How to Keep Your Dog’s Paws Safe in Summer Updated April 2026 Hot pavements are one of the easiest summer dog risks to miss. You step outside in shoes. Your dog does not. That is the simple bit we often forget. On warm days, tarmac, paving stones and concrete can heat up far more than…
Simple ways to keep summer garden time safer Updated April 2026 Summer BBQs can be lovely. But from a dog’s point of view, they can also be chaotic. There is hot equipment, dropped food, sharp leftovers, busy gardens, open drinks, extra people and often a lot more noise and movement than usual. For some dogs,…
We’re all going on a summer holiday, and the dog wants a break too. Due to the long school holidays, July and August are traditionally holiday months, so people plan staycations and holidays abroad. Once the planning for your holiday starts, you need to start considering your dog and pet (s) and who is going…
