Dog Health

Health tips and information for dogs. Tips on administering medication and health problem advice.

  • How to Trick Your Dog Into Taking Liquid Medicine

    Dog drinking a small amount of milk

    Giving your dog medicine can be a stressful experience for everyone involved. But, there is one simple trick that’ll make this difficult task much easier: give them treats. Here are a few tips that’ll help you skip the syringe and administer medication effortlessly. Choose the Right Food Giving your pet an enticing treat is essential […]

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  • What Are Hot Spots On Dogs?

    What Are Hot Spots On Dogs?

    Hot spots are painful, itchy and oozy areas of skin, and can cause a lot of discomfort and agitation to your dog. They can appear on any part of a dog’s body but mostly affect the face, hips, legs, neck, belly, and back. Hot spots are one of the most common health issues that affect […]

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  • Look After Your Dog During Lockdown

    Look after your dog during lockdown

    It’s important to look after your dog during lockdown. Follow these tips to make sure your dog’s health and wellbeing are cared for during this tough time. Engage Your Dog’s Mind  Regardless of your dog’s breed, it will have special skills and abilities that need to be nurtured, especially during a pandemic lockdown when opportunities […]

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  • A Guide to Treating Dog Anxiety

    A Guide to Treating Dog Anxiety

    The best way of treating anxiety is by talking to a veterinarian. They are going to help in identifying the type of anxiety the dog is suffering from and what causes the trigger. He/she can determine whether the dog’s anxiety is situational, or it is an overwhelming issue for the dog. The vet will also […]

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  • How To Wean Puppies – 8 Easy Steps

    How To Wean Puppies

    As a dog owner, it’s your responsibility to wean healthy puppies. You can only achieve this if you follow the proper steps. But, sometimes, it might be a challenge for you, especially if you’re a first-time dog owner. Do you know why dog milk is the best food for puppies? It contains nutrients that provide […]

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  • Why do French Bulldogs Snore?

    Why do French Bulldogs Snore?

    Snoring for French bulldogs is more a physiological trait than it is a health complication. Although there are concerns, it is common for this breed to snore, mostly due to the shape of the snout, which is typically shorter than most other dog breeds. To be clear, this does not mean that it isn’t a […]

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  • 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 […]

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  • 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 […]

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  • 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 […]

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  • 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 […]

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  • Can Dogs Have Allergies?

    Can Dogs Have Allergies?

    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 […]

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  • 5 Top Apps For Dog Owners

    5 Top Apps For Dog Owners

    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 […]

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