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Quaran-tin: dog gets emergency treatment after tongue stuck in tuna tin can
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War on ticks
"I have heard a lot in the news recently about ticks transmitting diseases to dogs. I have a five-year-old crossbreed terrier. How can I best protect her?" Paul Manktelow advises…
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Pets may face “flea epidemic” in hot weather
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“Hands off my toys!”
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Mental Health Awareness Week: the importance of pets
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Eight year old boy’s art raises funds for local rescue
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National Pet Month: How To Turn Your Pet Into A Social Media Star
To celebrate National Pet Month this April, Clare Moreton, photo expert at CEWE, shares her camera tips so your pet's photos can go from camera roll cute to blue tick-worthy!
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Rescue charities relieved as Lucy’s Law comes into effect
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Fireworks Fear: How To Recognise Cat Anxiety And How To Help
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Keeping your Dog Safe in the Garden
Dog owners have been warned to steer their pets clear of 13 possible dangers in their gardens this spring.
Outdoor experts from GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have highlighted the potential hazards dogs could face in British backyards and they are encouraging big-hearted homeowners to take appropriate precautionary measures.
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The New Arrival
One winter’s morning close to Christmas after just having just moved into our new house my mom brought home a 10-year-old golden retriever, much to my father’s horror and my delight!
As a family that had never had a dog before we did not foresee some of the issues that come with owning a dog. In this blog I will try and help some of you readers prepare for your dog’s arrival in advance.