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Your dog’s first season: caring for your dog while she's in heat
Is your dog in heat? Read our guide to a dog’s first season…
The ideal cat weight: how heavy should my cat be?
Is your cat at an ideal weight, or do they need to shed a few pounds?
Dog vomit: the colour of your dog’s vomit and what it might mean
What does the colour of your dog's vomit tell you about their health?
Dog advice, tips & tricks
How to teach your dog to sit
The most popular command of them all, it’s always handy to know how to teach your dog to sit…
Games for dogs to play & mental stimulation for dogs
Why play is so important for our canine friends, and how to keep them mentally stimulated...
How to toilet train your puppy
With our tips, your puppy will ace toilet training in no time...
Puppy advice & training tips
7 puppy essentials: what do you need for a new puppy?
Are you ready for your new puppy to come home?
Can puppies eat eggs, nuts and dairy?
What are the best snacks to give your new puppy?
Puppy vaccinations: answering your questions
A look at the most-searched ‘puppy vaccination’ queries on the web...
Health & wellbeing
Dog poo colour guide: what colour is your dog’s poo?
Did you know you can tell a lot about your dog’s health by checking their poo?
What to do if your dog drinks sea water
Advice on how to keep your dog safe at the beach and what to do if they drink sea water...
Why is my dog coughing & what should I do about it?
What causes dogs to cough and what can help them feel better?
Diet & nutrition advice
Can dogs be vegan?
Veganism is popular with humans, but does it work for dogs?
Does my dog need hypoallergenic dog food?
Did you know that food allergies aren’t always triggered by a change in your pet's diet...
What's the best food for your dog?
Wet or dry? Cheap or expensive? Let's look at the best diet for your dog...
Parasite prevention
Fleas and dogs: how to keep your dog safe and itch-free
Having a dog with fleas can be a menace – and prevention is far better than cure...
How to check your dog for fleas and ticks
What are ticks? How to prevent and get rid of ticks on dogs
Lungworm in dogs: causes, symptoms and treatment
Lungworm is a nasty type of parasitic worm that can be fatal if left untreated...
Hygiene & grooming
How to brush your dog's teeth
Dogs require regular dental care to prevent the build-up of plaque...
How to cut your dog’s nails & the importance of dog nail trimming
How often should you cut your dog's nails – and what’s the best way to do it?
How to groom your dog
Dr Dave Tweedle demonstrates the best way of grooming your dog...
Travel & lifestyle
Driving with dogs: a guide to dog car travel
There may be some things you don’t know about driving with your dog in the car...
Pet travel after Brexit
How to make sure your pet stays fit for European travel after Brexit...
Taking your dog on holiday: how to staycation with your dog
Thinking taking your dog on a staycation? Follow our top tips for the perfect pooch getaway...
Behaviour advice
Is your dog scared of thunder?
How to ease your dog's anxieties in the event of a thunderstorm...
Why do dogs roll in poop?
Does your dog like to roll in smelly things? Find out what's behind this behaviour and how you can s
Why do dogs wag their tails?
Let’s take a look at what it means when your dog wags their tail and how to tell what they’re feelin
Cat advice, tips & tricks
5 enrichment ideas for your cat
Let’s take a look at our 5 favourite methods of keeping their minds and bodies occupied...
Adopting a cat: what to expect when rehoming a rescue cat
Helping your new feline friend settle into their new home...
How to stop a kitten from biting
Struggling to get your kitten to stop biting? Here's how to nip biting in the bud...
Kitten advice & training
7 kitten essentials: getting your kitten off to the best start
Are you ready for you new kitten to come home?
How to kitten-proof your home
Is your home ready for your new kitten? Read our handy guide to find out…
How to litter train a kitten: our guide to cat toilet training
The most effective ways to get your new cat using the litter tray...
Cat behaviour
Cat anxiety: how to help a stressed cat
Signs of cat anxiety, causes of stress and how to help your anxious kitty...
Head pressing: why is my cat pressing their head against everything?
Head pressing can affect both male and female cats of any age and breed, and there are many possible
Why do cats hate water?
We all know that water is the stuff of life. But why do our cats hate it so much?
Parasite prevention
Cats and fleas: does my cat have fleas?
How to spot fleas and why you should keep your cat protected all year round...
How to apply flea treatment to your cat
Vet Vicky Bridges demonstrates how to apply a spot-on treatment to your cat...
Tapeworm in cats: protecting your cat from tapeworm
Protecting your cat from tapeworm is vital. Find out more...
Health & wellbeing
Feline dermatitis: does my cat have eczema?
Skin conditions are very common in cats, and there are a number of causes...
Lungworm in cats: symptoms, treatment and prevention
What lungworm is, how to spot it and how to keep your cat safe...
Severe feline pancytopenia: how to spot the signs
What is feline pancytopenia and how is it treated?
Diet & nutrition advice
Loss of appetite in cats: causes, treatments and symptoms
A look at the possible reasons for loss of appetite in cats & the importance of acting quickly...
What is poisonous for cats?
Protect your cat from the hidden dangers lurking in your home...
What’s the best food to give my kitten or cat?
Just like humans, cats need a balanced diet to help manage their weight...
Small furries tips & guidance
Hamster care guide: how to look after a hamster
Thinking of getting a hamster? Read our handy hamster care guide…
How to look after a rabbit: the 5 essential freedoms
Learn about the 5 things that all rabbits need in order to live a happy life...
Which small pet is right for me?
How to choose the right small pet for you and your family...
Top tips on horse care
Equine asthma: does my horse have asthma?
What is equine asthma? How to spot it and most importantly, how to treat it…
Hoof care: keeping your horse’s feet in tip-top condition
Horses’ tiny hooves are responsible for supporting a major bodyweight.
Strangles in horses: signs, treatments and prevention
What Strangles is, how to identify it and how to keep your horses safe and healthy...
Exotic pet advice
Corn snake diseases: common health problems found in corn snakes
A look at the common health problems that corn snakes face...
Gecko health problems: symptoms and causes
The health problems that most commonly affect geckos...
Tortoise hibernation guide: how to hibernate a tortoise
Some species of tortoise need to hibernate, others don't hibernate at all...