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EDCH staff member vicky on floor holding paw of husky in paddock
Behaviour & training
Loose-lead walking, recall, reactivity and more.
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Cat eating from a silver bowl
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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3 Signs that your cat is hiding pain
Diet & Health
Cats are adept at hiding their pain. This may have once helped them to avoid predators in the wild, but now mostly it just makes it hard to know when to call the vet. Here are 3 signs your cat might be hiding pain.
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Breed traits of bulldogs
Adoption
Bulldogs may have a reputation for looking tough, but they are big softies who make loyal and friendly companions with the right training and socialisation.
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How to do a weekly cat health MOT 
Diet & Health
Cats are experts at hiding their pain so it’s extra important as a cat owner to be aware of any potentially serious illnesses or injuries. Our Cat First Aid Trainer, Carla, shares a weekly cat health check that you can run through to catch any issues before they become serious.
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Because they don't really have nine lives. Sign up for our Cat First Aid Course
Diet & Health
Cats with their curious natures are often getting themselves into scrapes. Knowing how to treat common bumps and illnesses can help aid successful recovery and even be the difference between life and death for your feline friend. Our Cat First Aid course can help.
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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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How to keep your pets calm during New Year’s Eve fireworks
Behaviour & Training
Festive fireworks can be extremely frightening for our pets. If you have a dog or cat who’s sensitive to loud noises, here are some tips to keep them safe and calm during New Year’s Eve celebrations.
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Avoiding doggy drama and kitty chaos: 5 tips for a pet safe Christmas
Seasonal
Christmas day can be an overwhelming experience for our four-legged friends. From guests and excited kids or even just changes to the routine, the festive period can be a lot for our pets to adjust to. Here are our top tips for a pet safe Christmas.
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When is it too cold to walk your dog? Top safety tips
Seasonal
There’s no hard and fast rule about when it’s too cold to walk your dog outside because every breed is slightly different. Read on for our top tips to keep safe on cold dog walks this year.
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