Most worries start with something you have noticed: a limp, a funny smell, a shake, a sudden thirst. None of this is a diagnosis, and we are not vets. What it will do is tell you what usually causes these things, what is worth keeping an eye on at home, and the point where it stops being a wait-and-see and becomes a phone call to your vet.
Good kennels fill up fast for Christmas. How to check a boarding licence and star rating with your council, when to book the kennel cough vaccine, what to look for on a visit, what to pack, and what your pet insurance will and won't pay.
Halloween is on a Saturday this year, with fireworks already on sale. The sweets that are dangerous to dogs, whether you should dress your dog up, what to do if they chew a glow stick, and how to handle a night of knocks at the door.
Seasonal Canine Illness is a rare but serious illness that strikes dogs within three days of a woodland walk, mostly between August and November. The symptoms, where it has been seen, the harvest mite link, and why acting fast matters.
Yes, conkers and acorns are both poisonous to dogs, and whole ones can cause a blockage. What they do, how quickly symptoms start, how to tell conkers from sweet chestnuts, and what to do if your dog eats one.
A bit of sleep in the corner of the eye is normal. Thick, coloured or returning discharge is not. Here is what each type usually means, the one question that narrows it fastest, and when it is a same-day vet job.
Dry eye in dogs looks gunky, not dry. How to spot it early, whether dog food can cause it, what the vet will do, what treatment costs in the UK, and what never to put in the eye.
Help your anxious dog feel safe at the vet. Our complete guide covers vet socialisation, desensitisation, calming techniques, and what to do about fear or aggression.
That fishy smell is usually anal glands, but not always. What it means when it comes from their breath, their wee, or a female dog, how to get rid of it, and the signs that need a vet.
Most shaking is cold, excitement or nerves and stops once the cause goes. Here is how to tell a shiver from a tremor or a seizure, the poisons and illnesses that cause trembling, and when to ring a vet straight away.
Is your dog limping? Discover common causes, from minor injuries to serious conditions, and learn when to seek veterinary care. Keep your pup healthy and pain-free!
Learn how many teeth dogs have, from puppy teething to adult dental care. Discover common dental issues, best oral care practices, and how to keep your dog's teeth healthy.
Dive into the world of canine hydration tailored for dog owners. Learn about the importance of water for dogs, how to determine their hydration needs, signs of excessive or insufficient drinking, and tips for keeping your dog hydrated on the go.
The questions worth asking when you choose a vet and at appointments: who owns the practice, out-of-hours cover, written prescriptions, estimates and insurance claims, plus what the CMA's new rules will give you and when.
"Discover essential tips for maintaining your dog's dental health with our comprehensive guide. Learn about daily brushing techniques, dental treats, professional care, and the importance of dental hygiene for your pet's overall well-being.
Licking you is mostly greeting and attention. Licking paws, floors or the air is where the clues are: allergies, pain, nausea and stress all show up as licking. What each pattern usually means and when to see a vet.
How to reach an emergency vet at night in the UK, when to call Animal PoisonLine and what it costs, and vet-backed first aid for heatstroke, bleeding, choking, poisoning, seizures and road accidents. Plus a first aid kit list.
UK owners report around 11 hours of sleep a day for puppies and young dogs, and older dogs sleep more. What the research actually measured, what is just rule of thumb, and the sleep changes that mean a vet check.
These sit in another topic but overlap enough to be worth reading here.
Food & Feeding
Mince pies, Christmas pudding, chocolate, stuffing and turkey bones are the big Christmas dangers for dogs. What each one does, how quickly symptoms show, what is safe to share from the dinner table, and exactly what to do if your dog eats something they shouldn't.
Food & Feeding
Years is sold in Pets at Home, Just for Pets and Pets & Friends. For eight days its recall notice spoke only to subscribers. Shop buyers can still return recalled packs for a refund, and can now get Years' free vet support. Here is exactly where you stand.
Food & Feeding
Years recalled its fresh dog meals over a possible buckwheat link to sudden dry eye. Its investigation has now reported. What it found, what it does not settle, and where refunds stand.
Insurance & Costs
The CMA's final order, made on 22 September 2026, caps vet prescription fees at £21.40 for the first medicine and £12.70 for each extra one. Exactly when price lists, the fee cap, estimates and itemised bills arrive at your vet, and how to save on your dog's medication now.
Training & Behaviour
Bonfire Night is a Thursday this year and Diwali is the Sunday after, so many dogs face two late nights in one week. How to prepare, what actually helps on the night, what the evidence says about calming aids, and when to call your vet.
Food & Feeding
Most dogs eat grass because they like it, not because they feel ill. What the biggest study found, the signs that change the answer, and the garden plants and chemicals that make grazing risky.
Food & Feeding
No, dogs cannot eat mince pies. The raisins, sultanas and currants inside can cause kidney failure, and there is no safe amount. What to do if your dog ate one, symptoms to watch, and when to ring the vet.
