3 minute read You may think that once you get a puppy you shouldn’t leave them on their own until adulthood. And though many people perhaps leave their pups alone for too long in the early days, it’s actually advised to leave him alone for short periods of time from Day One. Here’s why… Dogs have a ‘socialisation […]
What is canine parvovirus (parvo) and how to prevent it
3 minute read Canine parvovirus (parvo) is a highly contagious and potentially deadly virus that tends to affect young, unvaccinated puppies the most (though it can affect any breed at any age). It can be directly or indirectly transmitted. Meaning, your dog can pick it up himself through sniffing, licking or consuming contaminated faeces (I know this is […]
A guide to exercising your puppy
4 minute read Puppies LOVE to run and play. They’re growing both physically and mentally and need to burn off this energy or trying to sleep could be problematic for you both! But, as much as they like to race around and jump and play, it’s up to you to be mindful of the type of exercise they’re […]
What vaccines does your dog need?
3 minute read Vaccines are a hot topic right now. There are many people pro-vaccinations and many against, with some valid points from both sides of the argument. And after extensively researching for this article, I strongly advise you to do the same before deciding on a vaccine programme for your pooch. Delve online to find out about […]
To Spay Or Neuter Your Dog, Or Not
3 minute read Initially, I wanted to write a Pros & Cons list on spaying or neutering your dog. And when I sat down to write this article, I thought it was going to be a simple case of researching scientific papers, then writing an unbiased analysis of my findings. I quickly realised this topic is far from […]
Why You Should Look After Your Dog’s Teeth & Gums
4 minute read Did you know that… Gum disease is the most common problem that affects a dog’s mouth 80% of dogs suffer a stage of gum disease before they are 3 years old Gum disease is five times more common in dogs than humans The reason gum disease is so prevalent in dogs is for the simple […]
