I quite often get asked ‘Are Patterdale terriers good with kids?’ It’s unfortunately not an easy question to answer, because it depends on the dog and the training and experience he has had. They answer can be yes or no…. Patterdales – Cute but a Handful! One of the difficult things to deal with is … Read more
Kong’s line of hard rubber toys has grown to include the Kong Classic toy, plus a dozen or more different types of toys. The Kong Rubber Dog Toy is perhaps one of the most widely known and used dog toys on earth. But Kong has a new fantastic line of dog toys – the Kong … Read more
Dog birthdays and dog birthday parties becoming more and more popular! It’s only natural to want to celebrate with your four legged friend. If you’re not sure when your dogs birthday is because he/she was adopted then you can celebrate a ‘buy day’ or ‘gotcha day’ instead. So what makes a good birthday present for … Read more
Leave in dog conditioner is a type of dog conditioner that is applied to the skin and hair of a pet in order to restore moisture, improve luster and prevent tangles. What is Leave In Dog Conditioner? A beneficial product for your dog’s skin management needs, leave in dog conditioner will add shine to your … Read more
The Lakeland Terrier is a breed of dog originally bred for hunting foxes and squirrels. They are often mistaken for West Highland White Terriers, but they have some very distinct physical characteristics that set them apart from the other terrier breeds. Appearance of the Lakeland Terrier The Lakelands weigh between 15-25 pounds at full maturity, … Read more
Hypoallergenic dogs have a low tendency to cause allergies in some people. Some dogs shed less than others and this may mean that they are hypoallergenic. The most common shedding dog is the Labrador Retriever, with the beaver-like tail giving away its species. The Problem with the term ‘Hypoallergenic dogs’ The term “hypoallergenic” is on … Read more
Dogs have been used in various types of work, from serving as herding or hunting companions to helping humans hunt and fight wars. Now, many dog breeds are employed for a more recreational activity: canicross racing. So what are the best Canicross dog breeds? Introducing Canicross In this sport, dogs run alongside their owners on … Read more
Kong dog toys are our favourite dog toys on the market. Today’s blog is all about the Kong Dog Toys and why we love them so much. Kong dog toys are durable, safe, high quality – even for strong chewers. They certainly get Blake’s approval! What are the most popular Kong Dog Toys? Kong Extreme … Read more
This article offers some tips on when to let a puppy off lead. You would think that it’s best to have your puppy off lead straight away, but of course it’s always a bit more complex than that. Outside the House and Garden wait until after Vaccinations Of course you can have your puppy off … Read more
As a cat owner, you may have wondered what kind of dog would work best with your cat. Dogs can be very fun and playful for cats to interact with. However, not all breeds are cat friendly dogs. Some dogs might chase or even attack your cat if given the chance or opportunity to do … Read more