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Puppy Vaccine Schedule

Understanding your puppy vaccine schedule is one of the most important steps in protecting your new companion from potentially life-threatening diseases. Puppies typically receive their first vaccinations between 6 and 8 weeks of age, followed by additional doses to build lasting immunity against canine distemper, parvovirus, adenovirus and leptospirosis.

Lungworm In Dogs: Symptoms And Treatment

Lungworm is a type of parasitic worm that can infect dogs. Unlike other intestinal worms such as tapeworm and roundworm, adult lungworm travel around a dog's body and can damage their lungs and other major organs - causing fatal consequences if left untreated.

Canine Parvovirus

Canine parvovirus is a highly contagious disease that mainly affects dogs. Parvovirus is common in the UK, but occasionally we experience periods of higher numbers of reported cases. Untreated in an unvaccinated dog, it can often be fatal.

Caring For Your Dog In Snow And Freezing Temperatures

Most dogs are more than happy to keep going for walks whatever the weather and many of them will love frolicking in the snow, but it’s important to take a little extra care of your dog when it’s icy, snowy and freezing cold.

Cold Weather Care For Dogs

Winter care for dogs can be a challenge. From cold weather sniffles to signs of an underlying issue, make sure you’re aware of how the winter months can affect your dog.

Leptospirosis In Dogs

Leptospirosis is highly contagious and sadly can be fatal in dogs. Find out how to protect your pet, and your family, from bacterial infection.

Summer Days Out With Your Dog

Spending days out in the UK with your dog can be fun and rewarding for the whole family. Read our advice on where to go this summer. Or if you’re feeling really adventurous you might even make it more of a holiday. There’s lot to think about when travelling with your dog.

The Importance Of Puppy Socialisation

There are many benefits to puppy socialisation; the window of opportunity is small, so it’s important to know what you need to do and when.

Caring For Your New Puppy

It’s exciting when you get a new puppy, but make sure you cover the basics so that you and your puppy can look forward to a happy and healthy future.

Dog Vaccinations And Booster Vaccinations

Regular vaccinations protect your dog from potentially fatal diseases. Find out what’s involved and why they’re essential in keeping your dog safe.

Pet Resolutions To Kick-off 2025

January is the month we traditionally reset ourselves, revisit good habits and hope to rid ourselves of the bad ones.

Your Guide to Dog Nutrition

Feeding your dog the right diet can help keep them healthy for years to come. The right amount of food is equally important, as it plays a key role in maintaining a healthy weight. It’s very easy to overfeed a dog and this will play a part in their overall health and wellbeing in the future.

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