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There are lots of reports that sadly suggest that our dogs are getting fatter with well over half of UK pooches now classed as overwight or obese.  In this article I explain the real health issues that can happen when dogs become overweight.     Heart Disease Obesity does not...

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A question we often get asked is, “what’s the difference between deeply engraved and laser etched/shallow engraved tags?” To many people, it all sounds the same, and it can be hard to choose which is the best option for you. Especially when there are so many options available online. In...

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What is Alabama Rot? Alabama rot is a very rare but also extremely deadly flesh eating disease that each year claims the lives of dogs in the UK every year. It does not discriminate and can affect dogs of all breeds, ages and sizes. Also known as Cutaneous and Renal...

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We all want our pets to enjoy outside space at home but this doesn’t include digging up the spring flower beds that have just come into bloom.  So, how do you stop dogs from digging because most dogs love to dig?   Some breeds are more predisposed than others, and all...

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If you’re looking to update or replace your stable name plate, you might be overwhelmed by the various materials available on the market, including the most common: plastic and wood. At Engraving Studios, we think brass is the best material for stable name plates, it’s attractive in appearance and has...

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Have you ever heard your dog sleepwalking, eating or playing in the middle of the night? Here are a few reasons why this might be happening and how you can help to combat your pooch’s unsettled sleeping.   It could be all about the breed! Now most dogs will generally...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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