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Dog Health

Luxated Patella in Dogs: In Depth Health Guide

written by Simon Foden You are playing fetch with your two-year-old Chihuahua when all of a sudden, he cries in pain and you notice that he starts to limp with his lower back leg. He skips on the other three…

Dog Health

5 Ways to Prevent Dog Heat Stroke

Normally, when Summer kicks into gear I don't know about you but I feel a jolt of excitement. The warmer weather almost makes the days feel a little more hopeful and you can't help but wake in a good mood.…

Dog Health

What I Learned Living With An Epileptic Dog

Looking after a dog that has an illness requires varying levels of care depending on the situation and severity. Jess Buskirk had to take steps to alter her lifestyle to accommodate her dog, Luke, when she discovered he had epilepsy,…

Dog Health

8 Myths About Arthritis In Dogs: Do Not Despair

Osteoarthritis is a disease of the joints. About 20% of dogs will suffer from it during their lifetime. The most commonly affected joints are the hip, knee and elbow joints. There are a number of myths surrounding canine osteoarthritis and…

Dog Nutrition, Dog Health, Raw Dog Food

Will A Raw Diet Help My Dog Lose Weight?

A raw diet will help your dog lose weight if it is balanced, your dog is otherwise healthy and receives the correct amount of exercise for their breed, age and individual metabolic rate. The raw dog food revolution has been…

Dog Health

Gum Disease In Dogs (Ultimate Guide For Dog Owners)

Anyone who’s ever suffered with the stress and discomfort of toothache or problems with their gums will empathise with the poor dog who, after all, has only got his mouth as a means to pick things up, communicate, eat and…

Dog Health

Important Things You Should Know About Your Dog’s Heart (Quick Read)

Recognising and understanding the early warning signs of canine heart problems can be life-saving. Your dog's heart is responsible for pumping blood to all body parts. It goes without saying, heart problems in dogs are not something to take a…

Dog Accessories, Dog Health

How to Keep Dogs Cool in Summer: 5 Best Things to Try

We Brits love to talk about the weather. Hot or cold, snowy or windy, we pretty much always want the opposite of the hand we’ve been dealt. As the weather gets hotter and record temperatures seem to be broken year…

Dog Health

Hydrocephalus in Dogs: What You Need To Know

Hydrocephalus is a condition which means 'water on the brain'. Typically, it affects puppies and is usually congenital, so it will be present before the puppy is born or at birth. In some cases, a dog may suffer from the…

Dog Health

How to Spot the Symptoms of Lungworm in Dogs

Lungworm in dogs is dangerous and you need to be able to spot the signs. Qualified veterinarian, Rosie Skinner explains how to spot the symptoms of lungworm in dogs. It could save your dog's life.