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Advice For Dog Owners

We know a thing or two about dogs. They can seem like fairly simple creatures sometimes. Many owners think that if they’re cuddling them and feeding them, they’re all set. But dogs can be complex, fussy, and strong-willed. That’s why we’ve put together some advice to keep those canines happier, healthier, and safer.
Helping your dog decompress
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Behaviour & training
Loose-lead walking, recall, reactivity and more.
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Diet & health
Feeding, weight, first aid and staying well.
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Seasonal advice
Fireworks, hot weather and festive safety.
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Adoption
Thinking of adopting? What to expect.
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Breed traits of Lurchers and Sighthounds
General
We’ve known a lot of lovely lurchers over the years. They’re gentle dogs who’re known for being loyal, loving and quite stubborn when they want to be! Read on for some of the personality traits that you might expect if you rehome a lurcher.
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What type of dog harness is best for my pup?
Behaviour & Training
We only want the best for our four-legged friends, but it can be hard to know what that is! Here are our dog trainers’ recommendations for the best dog harnesses.
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Affordable pet care: How to avoid having to give up your pet
Diet & Health
Rising costs have made it harder and harder to care for our pets as we would like to. Here are some tips to help keep pet care as affordable as possible.
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Microchipping Your Dog
Adoption
Microchipping is a simple, speedy and completely safe procedure. It isn't just a good idea, but an essential part of pet ownership under Scottish law.
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Settling In Your New Dog
Adoption
Bringing home a new best friend can be overwhelming. We have compiled our top tips on settling in your new dog to ensure all tails are happy!
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What information should I put on my dog’s ID tag?
Behaviour & Training
What information to add to a dog’s ID tag is something we often get asked, but did you know that it’s more than just a case of personal preference and there are legal requirements involved?
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What to do if you find a missing pet
General
Think you’ve found a missing pet? Here’s some advice from our team on how to help reunite them with their family!
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Pet bereavement: How to cope with the loss of a pet
General
Losing a pet is like losing a member of your family and the grief that comes with this can be overwhelming. Here's some advice on how to cope with the loss of a pet.
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