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Grooming tips for dog owners

Grooming your dog is a key part of responsible dog ownership. Whether you do it yourself or visit a professional groomer, it’s important to help keep their coat healthy and shiny. Grooming your dog helps to prevent their coat from getting matted, as well s removing dead hair, dirt and...
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Doggy dangers: 13 potential garden hazards for dogs

Outdoor specialists, GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have revealed the most common hazards for pet owners to avoid in the garden this spring. From common garden plants like weeds and lilies, to potentially deadly compost, pesticides and weed killers, the garden poses a number of threats to our four-legged friends. As temperatures rise, dog owners...
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Why does my dog lick and chew their feet?

Do you find your dog often likes to lick or chew at its feet and paws? It might seem like an everyday occurrence, but if your dog is causing its paws to bleed or swell, it could be a sign of something more serious. Argos Pet Insurance discusses some of...
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Canine companions: how dogs have helped humans throughout time

Dogs have long been known as ‘man’s best friend’. Movies such as Turner & Hooch and K-9 have been created on the back of the partnerships man and dog have made. But, where exactly did the phrase come from? According to the History World, animal domestication started during the Ice...
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Holidays for you and your pet in winter

Winter is a great time to escape with your four-legged friend not only can you get some fantastic deals but there is nothing better than snuggling up together in front of a toasty log burner in a cosy cottage after a long walk. Enjoy frosty strolls through magical woodland...
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Caring for senior dogs

On average, dogs live for around 12 years, but many live much longer as individual breeds age at different rates. Middle age for most dogs is generally considered at around seven years of age, but each breed can differ with larger dogs such as Great Danes and Mastiffs known to...
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Pet friendly summer holidays in the UK

Forget putting your dog in a kennel this summer and stay at one of the dog friendly sites across the UK. The UK has a host of camping, glamping and holiday parks where your four-legged friend is welcome to join you for a relaxing break. We highlight some of the...
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A guide to holidaying with your dog

As a nation of dog lovers, many pet owners can’t bear to be apart from their beloved companions and so take them on holiday. Around 67% of UK dog owners have revealed that they plan to holiday with their dog this year, with more than half (60%) even planning their...
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Preparing for a new puppy

Getting a new puppy can be an exciting time in any home, but is also a huge responsibility. You have to make sure that you have the time and money to dedicate to your new pet. Puppies can be excitable and full on additions to your home and training your...
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Shine a red light on wellness all year round

Harnessing the power of light energy to promote wellness may not be new, but it’s experiencing a resurgence, not only in practice, but as...

PDSA – Why pets eat the strangest things

From socks and slippers to necklaces and knickers – our pets sometimes eat the strangest of things! But why do they do this? What...

Top tips for pet owners during summer

During summer months we love nothing more than spending our time outdoors with pets. With warmer weather and longer days, it’s the best time to...

Vet shares symptoms of condition dogs can pass to humans

With approximately 13.5 million dogs as pets in the UK, many pet owners may not know of some conditions that their dog can pass to them...

Expert tips on how to reduce hay fever symptoms in dogs as pollen levels soar

Hayfever season is in full swing and according to the Met Office, the pollen forecast over the next five days is high. Dog owners may...
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Top tips for autumn walks with your dog

Autumn is a great time to get outside to enjoy nature with your four-legged friend. While walking your dog, it’s important to be aware of how to keep them safe. To help pet owners keep their dog's safe this autumn on walks, we share some top tips: Change walking routine With changes...