Winter brings hidden dangers for pets – find out how to keep them safe
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Get tips on pet-proofing your digs, keeping your pets warm (or cool) through the seasons, and avoiding all the toxic stuff… like toys, plants, and everything else they try to eat.
If your female dog is not spayed, it’s crucial that you understand their fertility cycle
Houssein Hamze has been feeding the pets of people fleeing the conflict in Lebanon. Now he’s lost his home and vital resources for the cats, dogs and other animals he cares for
It’s not just the XL Bully that the government has banned
How to make sure you’re not missing any cues and that you both stay safe
From calming supplements to creating safe spaces, here’s how you can prepare your pup for firework season
Aka a night that won’t turn into a spooky-scary time at the emergency vet
Activists from Turkish rescue centres tell us how you can support them in their most desperate hour
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Everything you need to know about the potentially deadly disease
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Before you pet that stray dog on your holiday, find out how to protect yourself and still show compassion
Is it a bird? Is it a plane? Nope, it’s your dog all stretched out like a frog
How a simple cheek swab could save English Shepherds from inherited blindness with a new DNA test
Learn essential steps to treat pet burns , from first aid to when to seek veterinary care
If your mental health is causing you to neglect your pet, find them immediate care while you get help
It might not be something you ever want to think about, but planning ahead will be a help when the time comes
How to take precautions for your pup when temperatures rise
How to keep your dog safe, happy and active all summer long
Animal welfare charities and veterinary organisations have teamed up to urge on pet parents to get clued up ahead of the warm weather
Ways to keep your dog safe that you’ve never thought of
Get your kit sorted now so you’re ready in an emergency
Beloved pets are often used by perpetrators of domestic abuse to manipulate their victims. That’s why Dogs Trust runs a specialist service to temporarily home dogs while their parents seek safety
There is nothing more humbling than apologising to a stranger in the park while your dog nibbles on their sausage roll
Including how to stop them jumping out the window whilst you’re driving...
We asked a vet for tips on how to prevent the tick-borne Lyme disease in dogs