• 3 Basic Dog Training Problems and Their Solutions

    3 Basic Dog Training Problems and Their Solutions

    You might imagine your dog training problems stem from your canine companion’s disobedience. But, the solution is to create a partnership with your dog. Basic mistakes can sabotage training success. When you give clear, accurate commands, your dog will follow them. Here’s how to provide clarity. Stay calm, even when your dog is slow to […]

    Read More

  • 8 Ways to Know If Your Dog Is Stressed

    8 Ways to Know If Your Dog Is Stressed

    How do you cope when you’re anxious? You scream, slam the door, bang the table, or even cry. Imagine your dog undergoing the same experience. No one to tell what it’s feeling. It’s a pity, right? Many people suffer from stress. Dogs too experience the same thing. The only difference is that dogs can’t voice […]

    Read More

  • 10 Dog and Cat Breeds for Allergy Sufferers

    10 Dog and Cat Breeds for Allergy Sufferers

    Having allergies can make owning a pet difficult. Over-the-counter allergy medicines like Zyrtec are not always enough to combat these allergies. This means that many allergy sufferers may resign themselves to never bringing home a furry companion. However, it’s important to note that a person can be allergic to either the dander an animal carries […]

    Read More

  • 5 Benefits of Dog Training

    5 Benefits of Dog Training

    Some people believe that *training your dog “breaks its spirit” and that this can only be a negative for the dog. They see a trained dog as “lacking in personality.” This notion could not be more wrong. Training should be seen as preparation for your dog to become a member of your household just as […]

    Read More

  • Will Dog Pee Kill Grass?

    Will dog pee kill grass?

    If you’re a dog owner you may be familiar with those yellow/brown patches on your lawn where your dog goes to the toilet and you want to know will dog pee kill grass? The answer is yes. The reason for this is because the urine is rich in nitrogen and it will kill your grass […]

    Read More

  • Safety Tips Living With a Blind Dog

    Safety Tips Living With a Blind Dog

    Whether from old age or birth, living with a blind dog has many difficulties. It is not impossible by any means, but extra precautions must be taken to ensure your pet’s safety and happiness. Follow these safety tips living with a blind dog. Sudden Blindness If this blindness is sudden, first take your dog to […]

    Read More

  • Easy Homemade Treats for Dogs

    Easy Homemade Treats for Dogs

    Dogs love treats, but buying pre-packaged food treats can be expensive, and their quality is sometimes questionable. Fortunately, making dog treats at home is easy and cheap, and as an added advantage, you will know exactly what you are giving your canine companion. Remember, though, that even though these homemade treats are good for dogs, […]

    Read More

  • How to Stop Your Dog Barking at Everything

    How to stop your dog barking at everything

    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 […]

    Read More

  • Puppy Essentials Shopping List

    Puppy Essentials Shopping List

    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 […]

    Read More

  • Helping Dog Car Sickness

    Helping Dog Car Sickness

    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 […]

    Read More

  • Helping your pet get ready for life after lockdown

    Helping your pet get ready for life after lockdown

    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 […]

    Read More

  • What Causes Fear of Dogs and How to Overcome It

    What Causes Fear of Dogs and How to Overcome It

    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 […]

    Read More