Taken from ‘What Dogs Want’ by Mat Ward and Rupert Fawcett (Bloomsbury, 2021) Contrary to popular belief, our dogs are not trying to climb a status ladder towards household domination and ‘pack leadership’. Rather, they are more likely to look to us for affection, assistance and fun. Dogs are social creatures like us – they … Read more
Taken from ‘What Dogs Want’ by Mat Ward and Rupert Fawcett (Bloomsbury, 2021) There’s nothing better than stroking the velvety ear of a dog while they snuggle into you, but those ears aren’t just there for fun. They are serious pieces of equipment. A dog’s hearing is top notch, beating humans hands down in most … Read more
We’re making the most of the spooky season with pumpkin recipes galore – perfect for using up any leftovers you have once you’re done carving! These pumpkin spiced bites are both dog-friendly and pretty human-friendly, too (just skip the dog treat decoration if you’re having one yourself). They’re packed with yummy pumpkin, peanut butter and … Read more
Whether you’ve cooked up a nice leek and potato pie, or if you’re just looking to celebrate your Welsh heritage with your Welsh Corgi, you might be tempted to share a leek or two with your dog. But is this vegetable safe for your pet to consume? That’s what we’re going to answer today. Leave … Read more
With Christmas never too far away, many dog owners wonder which bits of their Christmas meals they can feed to their dogs, and there seems to be some confusion in particular about the healthiness of parsnips when it comes to your dog’s digestion. Let’s find out if this classic roasted veg is ok for them. … Read more
There’s one great rivalry that dates back further than any of us can remember. There are probably pictures of this rivalry painted on cave walls somewhere dating back thousands of years, just waiting to be discovered. It’s given us sayings, cartoons, metaphors and so much more, but is there any truth to it? Do dogs … Read more
Dogs can be masters of comedy. From their goofy expressions to generally silly behaviour, they know how to get a laugh out of us, but is there any greater comedy bit in the canine world than the zoomies? When your dog is charging around like the happiest of canines, it can make us laugh and … Read more
It’s not unusual for us humans to have several coats that we don throughout the year. We pick them to match out mood, the weather, the temperature and our outfit, but dogs have no such luxury. Come rain or shine, regardless of their mood, they are stuck with a single coat, though not all dog … Read more
The sight of a dog chasing its tail can be quite amusing, but it can also be no laughing matter. If you’ve ever wondered why dogs do this, we’re going to tell you all about it in this post. Why they do it There are a number of reasons why dogs chase their tails, and … Read more
One of the most extraordinary things about the domestic dog is that they show the greatest range of shapes and sizes than any other mammal on the planet – or indeed that has ever lived! Just think about that for a moment and it seems even more amazing. How can a Chihuahua and a Great … Read more