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Why dogs need a routine for their walks, and how to adjust this without upset

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Why dogs need a routine for their walks, and how to adjust this without upset

Dogs that have a set routine that they come to learn and rely on are dogs that feel settled and secure in their own lives. This helps to imp...Read more

Five things puppy buyers should (and shouldn’t) be doing for their dogs

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Five things puppy buyers should (and shouldn’t) be doing for their dogs

There’s an awful lot to learn and take in if you’ve just got or are about to get a puppy, and everyone has their own ideas about dog care to...Read more

How can I discourage my dog from picking up sticks?

Education & Training

How can I discourage my dog from picking up sticks?

Sticks can cause a wide range of injuries to dogs that chase them, catch them, chew them, or carry them around; but stopping dogs from picki...Read more

Will cheese make my dog sick?

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Will cheese make my dog sick?

“Will cheese make my dog sick” is not really a yes or no sort of question, as there are a lot of different elements to this and a lot of dif...Read more

Five outdated things we used to believe about dog care

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Five outdated things we used to believe about dog care

The UK is reputed to be a nation of dog lovers, and for many people, the dog is an integral part of the family. How we care for dogs today a...Read more

Lactose intolerance in dogs

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Lactose intolerance in dogs

When it comes to food sensitivities and allergies in dogs, these are not always obvious to us as their owners, as digestive symptoms are not...Read more

Are cooling mats for dogs safe and helpful in summer?

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Grooming & Hygiene

Are cooling mats for dogs safe and helpful in summer?

Cooling mats for dogs are specially designed mats that are intended to help your dog to stay cool during the summer. They’re a flat mat that...Read more

Is it dangerous if a dog swallows or eats sand?

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Is it dangerous if a dog swallows or eats sand?

Eating sand or accidentally swallowing sand can be very dangerous for a dog if this happens in sufficient quantities; and it might not actua...Read more

Keeping Your Horse Protected From Theft And Straying

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Keeping Your Horse Protected From Theft And Straying

Every horse owner recognises the importantance of keeping their tack and equine possessions safe from theft but how do you protect your hors...Read more

Five useful things that new dog and puppy owners need to know about dog care

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Pet Health Advice by FirstVet

Five useful things that new dog and puppy owners need to know about dog care

Are you a first-time dog owner? If so, you’ll have found yourself on a steep learning curve. Read on to discover five things that first-time...Read more

How did we treat dogs for fleas historically, and why don’t we do this today?

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Grooming & Hygiene

How did we treat dogs for fleas historically, and why don’t we do this today?

Historically, throughout much of the 20th century, how we treated dogs for fleas was rather different than today. The type of treatments we ...Read more

Six potentially cooler places to walk your dog in summer

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Six potentially cooler places to walk your dog in summer

Summer dog walks can be very rewarding, but on the hottest days of the year they can also be difficult if not impossible to achieve safely. ...Read more

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

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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

Flying ant day 2021 and your dog

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Flying ant day 2021 and your dog

When you hear the term “flying ant day” most people know exactly what this means; but flying ant day isn’t an official designation, or a dat...Read more

Where to look for an indoor cat that has gotten out or gone missing

Where to look for an indoor cat that has gotten out or gone missing

Searching for a lost cat that isn’t used to being outside can be very worrying, and the whole process can be stressful and distressing; it i...Read more

How to have a dog-safe picnic

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How to have a dog-safe picnic

Taking your dog for a picnic in the countryside or to a park is something many dog owners have on their to-do list this summer, as Covid res...Read more

What makes a good riding instructor?

Education & Training

What makes a good riding instructor?

Everyone has been taught by instructors and trainers that they really rate and also had lessons and tuition from people who haven’t helped t...Read more

Urgent notice: Three UK Cat food brands affected by product recalls under investigation

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Urgent notice: Three UK Cat food brands affected by product recalls under investigation

Cat or dog food recalls in the UK are very uncommon, because we hold pet food manufacturers to the same high standards we do for food design...Read more

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