How to create a pet-friendly garden
With January finally out of the way, and February being the shortest month, many are already dreaming of spring. Some more practical dreamers are...
Possessive behaviour
We recently had a small family reunion and our five-year-old Border Collie, Bailey, came along for the fun. He got on with everyone brilliantly...
Shar Pei Syndrome
Q: My six-year-old Shar Pei recently had some odd symptoms that lasted for a couple of days. He seemed really off-colour, not wanting to...
“My dog won’t wee on walks”
“My dog won’t wee on walks”
I’ve recently rescued a Border Collie bitch who won’t go to the toilet when we’re out. She’s only five...
Doggie Dreams
My dog twitches so much in her sleep, I’m surprised she doesn’t wake herself up. I assume she’s dreaming, and I’m fascinated to think...
Car journey concerns
My husband and I are taking our dog on a long journey from London to Cornwall for our late summer holiday and I’m a...
Five signs your dog has dry eye
Dry eye, or Keratocnojunctivitis sicca, is one of the most common eye problems for dogs, and understanding the symptoms for this painful condition can help...
Where’s Mum?
We are looking to buy a puppy and I’ve read that it is important to see the mum with the pups. Please can you...
“Is more expensive insurance cover always best?”
We have recently welcomed a puppy into our home and my first thought was to secure some insurance cover for her. When looking around,...
Nosebleeds
My seven-year-old GSD, Rupert, has just had a nosebleed – his third in two days. Bizarrely, the blood only comes from his left nostril....
