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New dog

How to help your new friend settle in and start to build a bond

Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour

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Dog adoption timeline

What to expect in the weeks and months after adopting a dog

Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour

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Changing your pet's diet

Tips on weaning your pet onto a new diet to avoid upset tummies

Cats, Dogs, Adopters, Pet health

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Learn to read the subtlest of body language.

Calming signals show when your pet is feeling uncomfortable.

Cats, Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour, Pet health, Cat behaviour

Dog in large empty field

Quiet walks

 What is a 'quiet walk'? 

Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour

Dog cocking his leg to urinate

Housetraining

Toileting and even not-toileting are common frustrations in dog ownership. Here's our advice on encouraging housetraining in dogs.

Dogs, Dog training, Adopters, Dog behaviour

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Introducing cats and dogs to each other

If the introduction is done carefully, dogs and cats can learn to live happily together, even if they don't become 'best friends'. 

Cats, Dogs, Dog behaviour, Cat behaviour

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We love muzzles!

Why muzzles are beneficial, choosing a good muzzle and how to train your dog to wear one

Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour

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Crates for dogs

Crates can be great to treat some behaviour issues and also as a nice place for your dog to retreat to.

Dogs, Dog training

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Nervous dogs

There are lots of different reasons that your dog might be nervous of new people, or in new situations - we say don’t worry about why but focus on spotting the signs and taking action.   

Dogs, Dog behaviour

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Meeting and greeting other dogs

Most dogs want to meet others and it is important for them to have the opportunity to display their natural social behaviours and improve their doggie greetings.

Dogs, Dog behaviour

Parallel walking with two dogs of different temperaments

Introducing dogs with Parallel Walking

A technique for helping dogs meet each other

Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour

reactive dog barking on lead

Walking with a reactive dog

Tips for coping with your everyday walks

Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour

Dog showing avoidance and calming signals

Stranger danger!

Helping your anxious dog cope when meeting new human friends

Dogs, Dog behaviour

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Mine! Guarding in dogs

Dogs guard what is precious to them, but it is possible to live with a guarding dog with a little two-way understanding.

Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour

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Games with your dog

Keeping a dog mentally stimulated will prevent behaviour problems such as barking, being destructive or over-grooming. Let’s beat that boredom!

Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour

training a dog to give their attention

Focus and attention games

Great commands to build a bond and keep them close

Dogs, Dog training, Adopters

Dog happy in the crate_image by Tracy Ducasse

Teaching your dog to be left alone

When your dog finds it difficult for you to be away

Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour

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Living with pets and allergies

Pets are just one of the triggers for allergies including asthma attacks, but some simple steps may be enough to mean that you can keep your pet and control your allergy.

Cats, Dogs, Welfare

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Keeping dogs cool in hot weather

Our tips for keeping your hound cool and safe in the summer.

Dogs, Pet health, Welfare

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Walking your dog in hot weather

If the weather is warm, exercise can be too much for our dogs.

Dogs, Pet health, Welfare

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Helping your pets in cold weather

Keep your cats and dogs safe and cosy when the temperature drops

Cats, Dogs, Welfare

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Houseplants and pets

Most of the time, houseplants and pets get along just fine but it is worth knowing about potential dangers.

Cats, Dogs, Welfare

Chocolate sweets

Chocolate and pets

Chocolate is very toxic to both cats and dogs

Cats, Dogs, Welfare

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Toxic food and poisonous plants for dogs

Foods and plants to keep away from your pet dog.

Dogs, Adopters, Welfare

Dog on the sofa with his owner who is gently holding his leg

Teaching your pet to accept being checked over

Being able to handle your pet means you can safely help them when they are ill or injured.

Cats, Dogs, Dog training, Pet health, Cat training

dog training indoors

Touch training for reluctant pets

If your pet does not like a certain area being touched, then work gradually through this training.

Cats, Dogs, Dog training, Pet health, Cat training

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Looking for changes in your pet

Small changes in your pet’s behaviour and habits could be a sign of an ongoing illness or injury.

Cats, Dogs, Pet health

British Bulldog Coco is brachycephalic and needed corrective surgery to improve her breathing.

Brachycephalic breeds

What health issues you should look for if you own a flat-faced pet

Cats, Dogs, Welfare

Dog looking out of a window

Separation anxiety

What is it and what can you do to help?

Dogs, Dog behaviour

Dog scratching

Parasites

What they are and how to treat them

Cats, Dogs, Pet health

Dog's teeth looking healthy

Taking care of their teeth

Let's keep them pearly white!

Cats, Dogs, Pet health

Puppy having an injection of vaccinations

Vaccinations for dogs

What they are and when to get them
 

Dogs, Pet health, Puppy

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