Barbecue season: keeping your dog safe

Barbecue season is well and truly upon us -British weather permitting of course! They’re a great way to spend time in the garden with family, friends and our beloved canine companions. But they do involve some hazards and temptations for dogs, so we’ve written some top tips for barbecue safety. Barbecue safety and your dog: … Read more

Allergies in dogs

allergies in dogs

It’s never nice to see your dog uncomfortable or unwell – especially if you’re not sure what’s causing it, or how you can help them feel better. Allergies often fall into this category because they have lots of possible causes, and the symptoms can range from sneezes to hot spots. No wonder it’s so hard … Read more

Dog food: Are we feeding too much?

While nutrition is key to a long and healthy life for your dog, nearly half of all dog owners don’t know what type of or how much dog food to feed their dogs.

Does my dog sleep too much?

If there’s one thing we envy about our dogs, it’s that they never have to feel guilty about hitting the snooze button a few too many times. But how much sleep should your dog be getting?

9 Irish dog breeds

Our favourite thing about the Emerald Isle is its variety of dog breeds. The Irish word for dog is ‘madra’ and here are the 9 madraí that call Ireland their home.

Meet: The Bichon Frise

Did you know that Bichon Frise means ‘curly lap dog’ in French? Read Lucy Walker’s post about the charming breed’s history, characteristics and more.