Mindfulness for Dogs: How Your Stress Affects Your Dog’s Mood (According to Science)

Ever felt like your dog knows when you’ve had a rough day? Turns out, it’s not just in your head, it’s in both of your hearts. A new study, “Evidence of Physiological Co-Modulation During Human–Animal Interaction,” has officially sniffed out evidence that when you and your dog spend time together, your bodies start syncing up. I’m talking …

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UK Watchdog Tells Vets to Play Fair — Price Caps and Transparency on the Horizon

What’s happening:The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has dropped a bombshell on the vet world — calling for sweeping reforms to tackle sky-high bills and murky pricing. The watchdog wants every practice to publish their fees, cap prescription charges at £16, and clearly state who owns the clinic. Why it matters for owners:Because no …

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5 Things You Need to Know before You Get A Dog

So You Want a Dog? Let’s Talk Fur, Freedom & Fairytales Gone Wrong Hello, future paw-rent! It’s me — Pickles, your scruffy, biscuit-obsessed guide to all things dog. Before you start picturing lazy Sundays and perfect walkies in the park, let’s get real for a moment. Puppies might look like bundles of joy, but behind …

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Can My Dog Eat Banana?

Can My Dog Eat That? The Ultimate Fruit & Veg Q&A Tool for Dog Owners! If you’re a dog parent, you’ve probably found yourself mid-snack, looking down at those big puppy-dog eyes, wondering: Can my dog eat this? Maybe it’s a slice of banana, a crunchy bit of broccoli, or a juicy grape (wait, don’t …

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Why do dogs die in hot cars?

Dogs die in hot cars. We all know you shouldn’t leave your dog in a hot car, but we still see it happening. People don’t realise how quickly it can become unbearable for the dogs inside the vehicle. Breeds differ on how well they can cope with the heat. A short-haired Greyhound would obviously cope …

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When is it too hot for dogs?

Dog in sun

When is it too hot for dogs? The summer is finally here, and we are starting to have some hot days. Have you ever wondered about how the heat affects your dog? Most dogs have fur, some thicker than others, and they feel the heat much quicker than we do. Plus, they mostly prefer running …

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Dog Fighting – More Needs to be Done

Staffordshire bull terrier

A new report commissioned by the League Against Cruel Sports reveals that dog fight happens on the streets in the UK every day. Although dog fighting has been banned since 1835, it still carries on even today. The report concentrates on different fighting levels from those happening on streets and parks,  organised gang fights usually …

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