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Keeping Your Horse Happy And Healthy

Keeping Your Horse Happy And Healthy

If you are thinking about buying your first horse then it is helpful to understand the basic requirements needed to keep a horse happy and h...Read more

Six less-obvious signs that your dog is ill or in pain

Health & Safety

Six less-obvious signs that your dog is ill or in pain

You might think it would be obvious to you if your dog was ill or in pain, even if you were not quite sure what the issue was; but this is n...Read more

Five questions about cattle, dogs, and safety answered in depth

Health & Safety

Five questions about cattle, dogs, and safety answered in depth

If you walk your dog in the countryside (or plan to do so) there’s a good chance you’re going to pass through or at least, pass by cattle at...Read more

Six common misapprehensions made by cat owners

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Six common misapprehensions made by cat owners

Cats are thought of as being fairly mysterious creatures, and in contrast to dogs, they don’t try to meet us halfway or moderate their behav...Read more

How to turn your dog into your new pub buddy

Education & Training

How to turn your dog into your new pub buddy

With lockdown lifting and a sunny summer on the way, we’re all looking forward to heading back to the pub. Whether it’s a Sunday roast with ...Read more

Why does my dog steal my seat?

Why does my dog steal my seat?

Most dog owners are familiar with getting up to get a cup or tea or use the toilet and coming back to find their dog curled up happily in th...Read more

Eight ways to reduce the chances of dog thieves targeting you on walks

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Eight ways to reduce the chances of dog thieves targeting you on walks

Dog theft from people out on walks is risky for thieves and so not as common as other types of dog theft; but this also means that thieves t...Read more

Are the legal penalties for dog theft in England and Wales really any deterrent?

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Are the legal penalties for dog theft in England and Wales really any deterrent?

Do you know what the legal penalties for dog theft in England and Wales are? There’s a good chance they’re far lower than you think. This ar...Read more

How dog thefts from gardens take place

Health & Safety

How dog thefts from gardens take place

52% of all dog thefts in the UK are the theft of dogs taken out of their own gardens. However, while the obvious advice is to never let you...Read more

Five common phobias in dogs that can be avoided entirely with puppy conditioning

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Five common phobias in dogs that can be avoided entirely with puppy conditioning

Phobias in dogs can relate to more or less anything you can think of, even the most innocuous of objects or situations. That said, some cani...Read more

What type of canine behaviours might indicate OCD in the dog?

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What type of canine behaviours might indicate OCD in the dog?

OCD in dogs can come in many shapes and forms, and it is important to take them in context as well as assessing the behaviour itself. For a ...Read more

Five specific beliefs or approaches to dog training you might not realise are negative reinforcement

Education & Training

Five specific beliefs or approaches to dog training you might not realise are negative reinforcement

Most dog owners know that positive reinforcement training is the most effective approach to teaching dogs, and even those that don’t know th...Read more

What can you do if your dog can be unpredictable and aggressive with others?

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What can you do if your dog can be unpredictable and aggressive with others?

If you are thinking of taking on a dog that is unpredictable or even aggressive or if your own dog’s behaviour is already a problem, you hav...Read more

How do socially distanced dog training classes work in practice, and are they effective?

How do socially distanced dog training classes work in practice, and are they effective?

Can you still attend dog training classes given Covoid-19 restrictions? This will depend on what tier your local area is in and the restrict...Read more

Should I stay home with my dog on bonfire night?

Health & Safety

Should I stay home with my dog on bonfire night?

Dogs and bonfire night or any other evening that involves fireworks don’t really mix, and many dogs find the whole event very stressful. How...Read more

Are Chihuahuas at higher risk of theft than other dog breeds?

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Are Chihuahuas at higher risk of theft than other dog breeds?

The Chihuahua is a tiny, cute and popular dog breed, and one that many people aspire to own. If you’re a member of any Chihuahua forums or o...Read more

What are the most common places that dogs are stolen from?

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What are the most common places that dogs are stolen from?

Dog theft is not as common as many dog owners fear it is; but if you’re a member of any local pets lost and stolen groups, breed-specific fo...Read more

Do dogs have paternal instincts?

Health & Safety

Do dogs have paternal instincts?

If you are thinking of breeding from your dog or are seeking a puppy to buy and viewing litters with their dam and potentially sire, you mig...Read more

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