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
Changing your pet's diet
Tips on weaning your pet onto a new diet to avoid upset tummies
Cats, Dogs, Adopters, Pet health
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
Quiet walks
What is a 'quiet walk'?
Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour
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
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
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
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
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
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
Introducing dogs with Parallel Walking
A technique for helping dogs meet each other
Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour
Walking with a reactive dog
Tips for coping with your everyday walks
Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour
Stranger danger!
Helping your anxious dog cope when meeting new human friends
Dogs, Dog behaviour
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
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
Focus and attention games
Great commands to build a bond and keep them close
Dogs, Dog training, Adopters
Teaching your dog to be left alone
When your dog finds it difficult for you to be away
Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour
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
Keeping dogs cool in hot weather
Our tips for keeping your hound cool and safe in the summer.
Dogs, Pet health, Welfare
Walking your dog in hot weather
If the weather is warm, exercise can be too much for our dogs.
Dogs, Pet health, Welfare
Helping your pets in cold weather
Keep your cats and dogs safe and cosy when the temperature drops
Cats, Dogs, Welfare
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 and pets
Chocolate is very toxic to both cats and dogs
Cats, Dogs, Welfare
Toxic food and poisonous plants for dogs
Foods and plants to keep away from your pet dog.
Dogs, Adopters, Welfare
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
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
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
Brachycephalic breeds
What health issues you should look for if you own a flat-faced pet
Cats, Dogs, Welfare
Separation anxiety
What is it and what can you do to help?
Dogs, Dog behaviour
Parasites
What they are and how to treat them
Cats, Dogs, Pet health
Taking care of their teeth
Let's keep them pearly white!
Cats, Dogs, Pet health
Vaccinations for dogs
What they are and when to get them
Dogs, Pet health, Puppy