Why do dogs chase their tails?

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The sight of a dog chasing its tail can be quite amusing, but it can also be no laughing matter. If you’ve ever wondered why dogs do this, we’re going to tell you all about it in this post.  Why they do it There are a number of reasons why dogs chase their tails, and … Read more

Breed all about it

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One of the most extraordinary things about the domestic dog is that they show the greatest range of shapes and sizes than any other mammal on the planet – or indeed that has ever lived! Just think about that for a moment and it seems even more amazing. How can a Chihuahua and a Great … Read more

Can dogs eat gravy?

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There’s simply nothing like a good gravy. Whether slathered onto chips from the chippy, or keeping our Sunday roasts moist and tasty, gravy is a delicious accompaniment that many of us couldn’t live without. Can you feed gravy to your dog though? In this post, we’ll find out… What goes into your gravy? Theoretically, yes, … Read more

Can dogs see in the dark?

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There are many things that might go bump in the night, but will your dog be one of them? Well, some dogs can be delightfully clumsy, but the question we want to ask and answer today is this; can your dog see in the dark? Let’s find out. The eyes have it Before we get … Read more

How often should you wash your dog?

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For many dogs, baths aren’t top of the list when it comes to things they enjoy – but unfortunately for them, they are often unavoidable. So how often should you wash your dog? In this blog post, we’ll tell you what you need to know.  Mucky pups Before we get into the nitty gritty, it’s … Read more

Do dog DNA tests work?

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DNA testing offers all of us a chance to connect to our heritage and family history in a fascinating way. You may find intriguing surprises or interesting tidbits you knew nothing about in the results, but what about dog DNA tests? Do they work, and why would your dog do one? Let’s take a closer … Read more

How to throw a dog-friendly coffee morning

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This post has been written in partnership with RiSE coffee. As winter approaches, we are packing away our picnic blankets, and pulling out the brollies. We are shuffling off our flip flops, in favour of the slippers. We are picking up the coffee instead of the…well…we were always drinking coffee. Something that always warms us … Read more

Meet: The Parson Jack Russell Terrier

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You’ve no doubt heard of a Jack Russell Terrier, but what about a Parson Jack Russell Terrier? What sets this breed apart from its more common cousin, and does it make a good pet? In this post, we’ll tell you all about it. Origins ‘The’ Jack Russell was actually John Russell who was, as it … Read more

Meet: The Samoyed

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Samoyeds are some of the most beautiful dogs in the world, and to many of us, they look like big and cuddly teddy-bear-cloud-Christmas-snowball dogs. But does this breed make good pets? In this blog post, we’ll tell you what you need to know. Origins Up in the frozen wilds of Siberia, you will find the … Read more