Category Archives: Health

The health of our dear pets is something very close to my heart. After owning more English Springer Spaniels than I care to remember, plus a fair selection of other breeds, I take the health of my dogs very seriously.

Writing with experience

I take great pleasure in passing on information pertaining to lessons learned by myself over the years.

Being an advocate of good feeding, believing that good health starts on the inside. I often preach about grooming and teeth cleaning, having seen many offenders amongst ‘caring dog owners’.

Our dogs’ teeth are something we can keep an eye on from when they are puppies. Handle them daily so they get used to having their mouths touched, there can be nothing worse than a dog who doesn’t like being examined or, even worse, is aggressive.

The Mental Health Benefits of Dogs

The mental health benefits of dogs are something those of us who are dog owners [...]

Leaving Your Dog Outside a Shop

Why You Shouldn’t Leave Your Dog Outside a Shop Leaving your dog outside a shop [...]

What Special Veterinary Care Do Rare Dog Breeds Require?

Rare dog breeds are notable for their unique physical characteristics, distinct behaviours, and specialised healthcare [...]

How to Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer

How to Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer: The Dos and Don’ts Summer is [...]

Seasonal Canine Illness and Walking your Dog in Woodland

A Comprehensive Guide to Safely Walking Your Dog in Woodland Areas As the seasons change [...]

Dog Identification Legal Requirements

Dog Identification Legal Requirements There is no excuse for not having the proper identification on [...]

Winter hazards dog owners need to be aware of

Now the summer is over and all the warnings about 'not leaving your dog in [...]

Dog Poisons – Top 6

Top Dog Health Hazards: Identifying Toxic Substances In this blog, I aim to shed light [...]

Raw Feeding my own dogs – the switch to a new raw diet

So, this is something I’ve always wanted to do. The only thing that has put [...]