Magazine

The basics of dog training that really work, with timing, reward and consistency, plus four common myths debunked and the first signals to build.

The most common poisonous garden and house plants for dogs at a glance, with warning signs and practical tips to make your home and garden safer.

How much exercise a dog needs by type and age, plus mental stimulation ideas and the myths around walking, from half an hour to three hours a day.

How to keep your dog safe in summer heat, with simple rules on shade, water and walk times plus the warning signs of heatstroke and what to do.

How to trim a dog’s nails safely: where the quick sits, light versus dark nails, a step by step method and what to do if it bleeds.

How to help an anxious dog through New Year’s fireworks, with a safe retreat, masked noise, early walks and a calm checklist for the night.

Bloat (GDV) in dogs is a true emergency. Learn the warning signs, the risk factors and the everyday habits that help lower the risk.

How to recognise food intolerance and allergy in dogs from skin, ear and digestion signs, and how a vet guided elimination diet finds the trigger.

How to prevent tartar and gum problems in dogs through regular brushing, healthy chewing and knowing when a vet check-up is needed.

How to recognise your dog’s ideal weight by feeling the ribs and checking the waist, plus how to help an overweight dog slim down safely.