Dogs of all ages love to chew on things; whether you have a teething puppy or just a dog that likes to get his gnashes around something, a great way to keep them happy is with a dog chew. ItItan also be a great way to instil some dental hygiene too. Nowadays, dog chews come…
Dog Care Tips
Can dogs eat Christmas dinner?
Christmas is an exciting time of the year for the entire family, including your dog. Most owners want their four-legged furry friend to be involved in all the festivities, including a dog Christmas dinner. Much of what we eat at Christmas is suitable for your dog, but there are a few things to watch out…
Protect your dog from these Christmas hazards and dangers.
Looking at Christmas from your dog’s point of view, it’s a very exciting time of the year when many strange and unusual items are brought into your home, which means it’s time for adventures and mischief for them. Christmas trees, unique plants, shining decorations, presents, and exciting foods will all be of enormous interest to…
Christmas Dog Snacks
Christmas snacks and leftover foods for your dog It’s coming up to Christmas again, which means lots of lovely feasts and foodie treats to look forward to. There will, of course, be the Christmas turkey, a honey glazed ham and not to mention the delicious Christmas pudding and mince pies. We will all eat our…
10 Tips to Keep Your Dog Safe at Halloween
One of the most exciting nights of the year is October 31st – Halloween when spirits and ghoulies roam the earth and the neighbourhood kids in strange costumes come knocking on your door requesting treats. Halloween is great fun for humans but not necessarily so for our dogs. As a professional dog walker, many clients…
Be aware of the poison risk to dogs from Acorns and Conkers.
Now that the nights are getting shorter, we know that autumn is just around the corner. With the mild weather, we’re able to take our dogs out walking in the countryside and the woods. This results in several toxic risks that we need to be aware of. Both acorns and conkers can prove deadly…
Ticks on the rise
A dramatic increase in the number of dog ticks discovered in the UK A tick is an 8-legged parasite that loves to drink your dog’s blood. They are minuscule and difficult to see, but once they’ve attached themselves to your dog, they can swell almost to the size of a pea, submerging their mouth-parts into…
Shopping and Dog Theft
Be cautious when taking your dog shopping due to increased dog theft. The mere thought of your beloved dog being stolen or taken from your home without your knowledge is enough to make you weep, but in reality, this is a very tangible threat. Thieves never steal dogs to love them! They abuse and mistreat…