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Dogs love their food and their toys and it’s natural for them to get excited around both. But some dogs start to display anti-social behaviour around their stuff, and this is called ‘resource guarding’. Also known as ‘possessive aggression’, dogs typically display behaviours such as growling, lunging and sometimes even...
One of the key lessons the pandemic has taught many us, is that separation anxiety is an extremely stressful thing to experience; for both dog and owner. In one of my past blogs I talked about how lockdown has made our dogs more anxious, and this is especially true for...
Moving home is one of life's most stressful events for us humans but imagine the confusion and stress our pets must feel when faced with these huge changes. As an owner you have some additional considerations in moving your pets but planning things in advance should help you lower your...
This blog is all about how to keep your dog's ears happy, healthy and clean. Ear issues can be pretty miserable for dogs. They can cause pain and discomfort, affect their balance and can even affect your pooch’s hearing. Therefore, it’s important that you check your dog’s ears regularly. I...
You might know the phrase, but what do you really know about our feline companions’ most distinguished facial features? They are of course super cute, however, they serve several incredibly important functions.A Second Sense!Whiskers are, in fact, essential sensory tools that serve a little bit like antennas. The hair follicle...
Cats love to be clean and in all likelihood, you will see your cat groom themselves quite often, but it isn’t just to keep those fabulous coats dirt free. Grooming is such an important part of a cat's daily personal and mental wellbeing.The anatomy of a cat's tongue is like...
In my ‘How To…’ series I will be providing advice on how to provide routine health care for your dog from the comfort of your home. This post is all about keeping your dog's teeth in tip top condition.We all know how important oral hygiene is for our own teeth...
The thought of our four legged friends getting older can be sad for many pet owners and we can often be in a state of denial about our devoted companions losing their youth, vitality and their health. But however you may feel it’s important to understand that old age is...
When it comes to our feline friends the general rule is that they are most at ease flying solo. This is because cats instinctively prefer their own company. This doesn’t mean you can only have one cat, since a well matched pairing can learn to live together quite harmoniously. However,...
We often get asked "what should I have engraved on my dog tags?" There is not only a legal requirement but a couple of options that you may want to consider;The control of dogs law order 1992 states;"Subject to paragraph (2), every dog while in a highway or in a...
If you are thinking of seeking out a bit of sun this summer, why not take your pooch along for the ride! It’s getting a lot easier to take your four legged friends along and a dog friendly holiday usually means lots of healthy outdoor activity that is good for...
Have you ever wanted a dog but felt that you just don’t have the time or money? Maybe you’ve thought about getting a rescue or a puppy but you are worried about the huge commitment that having a dog entails? In this modern age where the definition of a family...