If you’re one of the lucky few K9 Magazine readers who’ve recently acquired or are thinking of getting a new puppy, congratulations! You’ve done your homework and selected the breed that’s right for your lifestyle. You’ve got your copy of…
As you prepare to bring your new puppy home, you will no doubt be full of excitement and perhaps a little anxious. That age-old saying ‘by failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail,’ can be your biggest strength, though.…
Are you about to become a puppy parent? Congratulations! It’s a joyful and loving experience filled with lots of cuddles. However, with the excitement also comes responsibility. Understanding these responsibilities before bringing your new puppy home will make the transition…
Puppies are a lot of work for their new owners. They need vaccinations, worming treatment, neutering, and careful socialization with other dogs. Nutrition is particularly important in a growing canine; if mistakes are made at this age, the consequences could…
For 14 years I had a beautiful white Cockapoo named Connor, a loyal friend and fur kid who kept me company through the day as I worked and never let me out of his sight. I viewed our life together…
Is there anything more exciting than adding a puppy to your family? Just seeing their little faces light up is enough to make anyone smile and is the start of an adventure filled with joy and new responsibilities. For first-time…
In this dog food glossary, we explain the definition of 10 of the most common and newest types of dog food and how to tell which is right for your dog, nutritionally speaking, with the help of a pet food expert.
Welcoming a puppy into your life is an exciting and rewarding experience. These tiny bundles of joy bring immense happiness and love, but they also come with responsibilities. As a beginner, you might feel overwhelmed with the various aspects of…
Are you thinking of raising your baby and a puppy at the same time? Sounds lovely and exciting, right? It would be nice to see your baby and puppy grow together and form an unbreakable bond. And as parents, you…
If you’ve found yourself wondering about raw dog food pros and cons, it stands to reason you’re either feeding raw and pondering whether it’s the right diet for your dog or you’re considering raw as a diet for your dog,…
It seems a simple enough question; how much food should I give my dog to ensure they are healthy, satisfied and maintain the optimal weight for their age, breed and lifestyle? The problem is, all too often we apply human…
Separation anxiety is one of the biggest talking points between dog owners. Indeed, it’s also one of the biggest factors in dogs being given up for rescue – we know this first-hand through research by dogsblog.com. So, what can you…
As a dog owner it can be seriously frustrating when your dog doesn’t listen. You find yourself calling your dog to no avail, training your dog produces sketchy results depending on the level of distraction. Training classes come and go…
Doing the research on how to safely transition your dog to raw dog food can be a minefield. Feeding raw food is a topic that generates heated debate. In fact, switching your dog’s food in general is not a step…
Separation anxiety is not only a common problem faced by many dog owners, it’s also one of the most misunderstood conditions. As the owner of a dog who suffers from separation anxiety, we have first-hand experience of how challenging it…
Choosing a dog trainer or finding a dog trainer that is going to be right for you and your canine student can be a real minefield. You need a dog trainer that you like, that can actually deliver results and…
If you’ve just acquired a puppy you might be wondering about the diseases your dog should be vaccinated against. One of the diseases people want to learn about is leptospirosis and to understand how the leptospirosis vaccine works for dogs.…
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Why do dogs chew their own feet? If you've ever witnessed your own dog cause themselves significant stress or physical harm as a result of self-inflicted actions, you'll know that our canine friends can sometimes be the cause of concern and worry when they develop a behaviour pattern that is self-destructive.