We would all love our dog’s breath to smell fresh and for their teeth to be healthy, but you might wonder, do dogs really need dental care? The answer is yes! Most of us will experience uncomfortable and sometimes painful dental problems within our lives and it’s no different for dogs. Learning how to clean
THE IMPORTANCE OF THE LIVER The liver is the ultimate multi-tasker, involved in almost all body processes that keep our pets (and us!) alive. By producing bile acids, it aids the digestion of food into nutrients and then acts to regulate their levels once absorbed into the blood. It is a powerhouse when it comes
You may have noticed your dog occasionally licking their paws. This can be entirely normal and just part of their self-cleaning routine. However, if your dog’s paw licking is almost obsessive, which is causing fur loss and irritated paws, there may be more to it than just their daily spruce-up. There are a number of
Protect your dog’s skin, paws & nose naturally with dog balm For cuts, grazes, skin irritations or sore paws, dog friendly skin and paw balms are a great addition to your doggy first aid kit and something to always have on hand. Seasons, allergies, and breed types can all affect how a dog’s skin reacts
Hiya I’m Lauren Ashby. I compete at dog agility with my 3 year old cockapoo Percy. I am 15 years old and I have been involved in agility for 6 years. Percy is kindly sponsored by Dorwest and they provide us with their supplements which help him perform at his absolute peak and he has
Most dogs would rather skip bath time but alongside regular brushing, washing your dog with a natural dog shampoo is an equally important step of your dog’s grooming regime. As well as cleaning the coat and removing dust and mud, washing also helps remove any allergens, such as pollen, that can be picked up whilst
Spring has well and truly sprung (hurrah!) but along with the lighter evenings and warmer weather, you may have also been reminded of a slightly less appealing side effect. That’s right, dog hair!! It’s everywhere!! Whilst many shed regularly, dog coats tend to change even more during the changing seasons (much like we do with
Longer evenings, more walks outdoors and flowers in bloom are lovely, but rising temperatures also increase the prevalence of pollen, causing irritation and skin disorders for dogs. We believe it’s important for owners to understand the different types of disorders, what can cause them and, most importantly, how to help your dog deal with them.
Everyone wants to do the right thing when thinking of breeding with their bitch and it is only natural you to be concerned that they are doing all you can to ensure the health of the mother and pups. It certainly is very useful and reassuring to read up on what to expect, but really
Driving with your dog. Many of us are adventuring further afield from our usual dog walking routes and travelling to new places now that spring is in the air! Some dogs love the car but others have had limited experiences (or simply don’t like it). As with humans, they’re all different. So today, we thought
