A dog is a fantastic pet to have. It’s the most popular pet in the world and has been in our homes for much longer than any other animal—the first to be domesticated hundreds of years ago. However, ten people will head to the local shelter or scour the ‘For Sale’ pages on a whim,…
Dog & Puppy Info
Old English
Old English Sheepdog The Old English Sheepdog (OES), commonly known among its fans as the Bobtail, is a large, shaggy-coated dog. Males can weigh between 65-100lbs fully-grown while females will be 60-85lbs. Strong, with a deep, broad chest, he is double-coated with a waterproof undercoat. The colours are grey, grey and white or blue merle.…
Labrador
Know your Breed: Labrador A more sweet-natured dog would be hard to find! The Labrador is the most even-tempered of dogs and, despite its size, can be the perfect house dog, even with young children. The whole family will enjoy the adventure, watching him grow from puppy to young dog to adult. His antics and…
Tibetan Terrier
Characteristics of the Tibetan Terrier and how to look after them The Tibetan Terrier is a medium-sized dog originating from Tibet. It is not actually a terrier though, it was originally a herding dog but it acquired its name due to European travellers who first encountered it thinking that it resembled a terrier. It is…
Top safety tips for children and dogs.
How Children should interact with dogs There are many worrying cases that we hear of in the News when a dog has attacked or bitten a child, but in most cases, these have resulted in the child annoying the dog, perhaps when the dog was sleeping or eating. Some children play “rough” games with their…
Choosing a Pet Sitter when going away
When going on holiday, it is important that you have peace of mind that your pet is well looked after. Depending on your dog’s temperament, there are a few options to consider: friends and family, traditional boarding in kennels, home boarding, or a pet sitter. Choosing a pet sitter is an ideal option for multi-pet…
Stay Safe on Woodland Walks
With all this hot weather, more and more people will take their dogs for walks in cool shady, woody areas. The Woodland Trust have put together some tips for walking in woodlands and staying safe. Keep your Dog insight – Woods are really exciting places for dogs, and they can cover many acres of land.…
Dogs and Hot Pavements
One of the most enjoyable aspects of dog ownership is walking with your pooch on a fine summer’s day. However, many people forget the many risks a summer’s day can bring a dog – especially his paws. Dogs’ pads are durable, they have evolved over the centuries to need to preserve the hard leather-type skin…