In the UK, we can experience extreme weather conditions – from summer heatwaves to winter frost. The weather here is very variable. I will admit that I absolutely hate the cold and always wear a warm jacket in the winter. But what about the dog?!?! We actually have a couple of warm dog coats that … Read more
The Jack Russell terrier is a sturdy, active dog of medium size whose spirit and affection make him an excellent pet. With his white coat, black/brown markings, confident stance and inquisitive expression, he’s one handsome little dude! As the original “mirror dog,” the Jack Russell seems to be looking right back at you when you … Read more
Dog owners in search of a new dog to welcome into their family will often be faced with many choices. One thing that tends to confuse potential owners is the sheer variety of dog breeds on offer, along with all the different sizes and coat types available for each breed. Active families who enjoy the … Read more
Today’s blog introduces you to the top 6 dog grooming tools you need to have for your next groom job. This article will cover the most common tool sets you’ll need when it comes time to do the grooming yourself. You will want to make sure that you are properly equipped with all of the … Read more
***Today’s blog is a guest post by Shruti Battacharya from the Happy Puppers dog blog!*** Adding a new member to the family is a huge decision. First, you need to decide who is going to be your perfect companion (is it a dog, cat or another animal?). Then, you need to focus on the qualities, … Read more
Your pup wags and wiggles and begs while you’re standing at the grill. Is there any quicker or easier way to put a smile on his loveable face than to flick him one of those hot dogs? Fido may be delighted with your generosity, but you’d do well to pause and ask yourself: Is this … Read more
Patterdale Terrier Barking You might hear from some Patterdale terrier owners that they are not really big barkers. Well, either it’s a total lie, or mine is a massive exception to that rule! Our Patterdale cross barks all the time for many different reasons. We have basically learnt which barks mean different things. For example, … Read more
Dogs licking ice cream has to be the most adorable thing to watch. But is it really safe to give our furry companions this human dessert? We might be tempted to share our cone with our four-legged friends, but in reality, human ice cream is harmful for them. After puppies are weaned, dogs lose the … Read more
As a general rule, weaned puppies under six months should be fed three times a day; after six months, the meals are reduced to twice a day; once in the morning and again in the evening. When they reach maturity, some people continue to retain twice a day feeding. Others reduce to a once a … Read more
Watch your dog and you will observe that digging is a source of joy. The first reason dogs dig is because is because it’s instinctive behaviour, secondly, because they enjoy it! Let’s take a look at why they do it and explore other reasons why they dig other than for the sheer joy of doing … Read more
