Being a dog owner over lockdown has had us spending significantly more time with our dogs while we worked from home. Now, as we begin to return to normal, the thought of leaving our dogs at home who have become accustomed to being by our side day and night is a sad one.every day are […]
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Expert advice: do dogs need sunscreen?
Most dog owners are aware of the dangers hot weather poses to their pets, especially if they are and – but many otherwise conscientious of owners are unaware that dogs need sunscreen in sunny weather, too. With high temperatures expected across Britain over the next few days, specialists from say, “Like us, a dog will get sunburn […]
Expert advice: water safety for dogs
Dr Jessica May, UK lead vet at , gives her advice on how to keep your dog safe around bodies of water this summer. Many dogs whether it is a pond, stream or sea. In the hotter months, our pooches may be particularly keen on cooling off in the water. However, there can be hazards lurking […]
Conjunctivitis in dogs: how to spot the signs and treat it
Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye or red eye, is an uncomfortable condition that if left untreated can cause damage to your dog’s eyes. This infection is as common in dogs as it is in humans, but luckily it is treatable in most circumstances. Sean McCormack, Head vet at , explains some of the causes in […]
Welsh dog rescue takes in 47 dogs from Carmarthenshire puppy farm
When 200 dogs and puppies were rescued from an unlicensed puppy farm in Carmarthenshire in a multi-agency operation last week, animal welfare charities rose up to the daunting task of looking after them. As is often the case with dogs from puppy farms, many of them were in dreadful conditions and require extensive veterinary care […]