Many people who have not had a dog before ask me about dog-proofing their home and what tips I can give them to keep their puppies safe and ensure they become healthy adults. Like children, a lot of what happens during their puppy years can affect their well-being when they get older. One of the…
Dog Care Tips
Pet Proofing Your Home
. As with all things, prevention is better than cure. This is why it is important to pet-proof your home before you pick up and bring home your new friend. This is the same as you would with a baby. Animals will chew through things, eat poison, break glass, etc., just like a child, so…
Why do Dogs Eat Grass
.One thing many people have asked me is why dogs eat grass, and some owners have even tried to stop the dog So why do dogs eat grass? To be perfectly honest, I don’t know, and it would seem that no one else does. One thing we do know is that grass is mainly water,…
Caring for a small dog
Caring for Small Dogs: What You Need to Know Small dogs are popular for many households, and it’s easy to see why. They are often seen as more manageable, easier to transport, and well-suited to smaller homes or city living. However, their size also means they have unique care needs that owners should know. If…
How Much Exercise Does a Dog Need? A Guide for Dog Owners
updated Jan 2025 If you’re a new dog owner, you’ve likely wondered: How much exercise does my dog need? Should you walk them daily? For how long? And what about different breeds and ages? Finding the right balance of activity for your furry friend is crucial for their physical and mental well-being. Let’s dive into…
Caring For Your Dog in Winter
updated jan 25 How to care for dogs in winter – Seven Ways to Keep Your Dog Safe and Warm. The weather forecasters are back to their annual forecast, scaring us that we are in for the coldest winter in a hundred years! (Although, as I write this, it is just like a bad summer…