Do you have a dog that barks at everything? Common triggers are the doorbell, the postman, barking at neighbours, birds or any sudden noise. Here are some tips on how to stop your dog barking. Don’t Shout At Your Dog Don’t shout at your dog to be quiet. Your dog will think you’re barking along […]
Great news, you’re getting a new puppy! Now’s the time to prepare so you’re ready and your pup has everything he needs. Here’s a list of really useful and essential items every new dog owner needs. Food Bowls You could start off with smaller bowls and replace for larger ones when your puppy grows. This […]
Dog’s can get car sick just like humans. Our dog was sick in the car a lot more when he was a puppy and thankfully seems to have grown out of it as he’s got older. It does tend to affect puppies more. What can we do to treat or even prevent car sickness in […]
Phil Younger, co-founder, The PharmPet Co Pet owners across the UK have spent the past three months with their pets by their side day and night. If our dogs and cats could speak, it would be interesting to know how they’re feeling about the prospect of their owners venturing out into the world without them […]
What Causes Fear of Dogs? The most common cause of fear of dogs is having a bad expericne with one, especially at a young age. An experience such as being chased, bitten or growled at by a dog as a child can cause long-lasting fear into adulthood. Cynophobia If you have a fear of dogs […]
Patterdale Terriers are cute looking high energy hunting dogs that were bred in the North of England. Today, let’s take a look at the breed and consider whether a Patterdale Terrier is the right dog for you. The Origins of the Patterdale Terrier Patterdale terriers come from a place called Patterdale in the Lake District, […]
We all consider our dogs as family. We know almost everything about them; what they love, what they hate and sometimes how they feel. However, do we know if our dogs have certain allergies that we need to be wary of? Can dogs have allergies? The answer is yes. Dogs are just like people. They […]
Your dog is part of your family, and so naturally, you’ll want to keep your pooch happy and healthy. Owning a dog can be hard work, they’ll take up lots of your time and attention, but of course, they are well worth the effort! Dog ownership means learning about plenty of different things, from pet […]
If you have a dog or you’re going to get a dog, one of the most important things you’ll be buying is a collar. Your dog’s collar is used to walk them securely on a leash without them running away, to hold their ID tag, and the right type of collar can be used to […]
While you’re eating your tasty afternoon meal, your little buddy is sitting next to you, staring at you, like what you’re putting in your mouth is the only thing important in this universe. At this point, we all tend to want to feed our little buddies. So, what are safe human foods for dogs? Let’s […]
A bite of a dog can be very dangerous and scary and should not be taken lightly. When a dog bites someone, the owner can be left with a feeling of despair, helplessness, and fear for what might happen to their dog. After all, we all love our dogs. In this article, we will discuss […]
Basset Hounds are friendly and docile dogs that can be easily identified by their large, bulky body, droopy ears, and stubby legs. Basset, as a matter of fact, derives from the word bas, which is the definition for low in French. They are also known for their ability to track and hunt as well as […]
