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If you’re heading off for a staycation or some days out this summer, here’s four things to think about when travelling with a dog.  1. Keeping your dog safe in the car The first thing to think about is your dog’s safety when travelling. Just like you would make sure that babies

The British Veterinary Association is urging pet owners to take extra precautions when walking their dogs near water this summer, after a spike in reports of toxic blue green algae across the UK. Blue green algae or cyanobacteria are a group of bacteria that can contain dangerous toxins which can be

According to The Kennel Club one in four puppies bought during the Covid-19 lockdown could have come from a puppy farm. But what is a puppy farm and how can you tell where a puppy has been bred? Read on to find out.  What is a puppy

From dog-themed festivals to fundraisers, there’s lots of events for dog owners and dog lovers to look forward to this year. Here’s your guide to dog friendly days out in 2021.  All About Dogs 30-31st May: Hylands Park 3rd-4th July: Blenheim Palace 31st July-1st August: Newbury Showground 29th-30th August: Norfolk Showground 4th-5th September: Newark Showground Enter your

According to new research findings, a quarter of pet owners say they have regrets or concerns about getting a pet during lockdown. So, what help is available to support you if you regret getting a dog?  The research findings The research, commissioned by the pet insurance company Petplan,

When we travel by car we know the golden rule, which is seat belt on. It's the first thing we do when we get in, and we always make sure our children are strapped in and safe in their car seats. But what's the safest way for dogs to travel?

Did you know that if you see another dog on a lead, you shouldn’t allow your dog to approach, no matter how friendly they are? In 2018, after witnessing and assisting with the aftermath of a dog fight,  veterinary nurse Zoe Blake started a campaign called Respect the Lead to

A dog’s body temperature heats up a lot faster than a human’s. This means that even if you are feeling comfortable in the heat, your dog may not be so. In fact they can suffer from heatstroke in minutes. Here's some advice on how to keep dogs cool in the

It can be a testing period for any new parent but for dog owners the competing demands of a new baby and a dog can add another level of stress to those already chaotic first weeks. Dog trainer Aileen Stevenson KPA CTP, IMDT, has written a new book called Dogs,

Are your dog’s vaccinations up to date? Vets are warning of an increase in the number of cases of parvovirus in dogs; which can be fatal, particularly for puppies. Here's more about this disease and how to protect your dog.  What is parvovirus?  Parvovirus is a highly contagious disease in dogs. It