Bloat… I thought I knew what it was. I mean, I’ve stuffed my face with cake and felt all bloated and uncomfortable. Once I learned about how it affects dogs though, I knew I had to do a deeper dive into how to prevent bloat in dogs. It’s so serious, every dog owner should be…
The size of a dog is subjective. We have two Staffies — 24 kg and 26 kg — both lean and fit, according to our vet (we checked for their weight recently when sorting out their worming tablets). To us, they’re medium-sized dogs. But friends often say they look massive. So when people ask about…
Tired of Every New Toy Ending Up in the Dog Toy Graveyard? This is for YOU! If you’ve ever had a toy last less than a full episode of The Great British Bark-Off, I see you. One minute it’s a cheerful squeaky bone, the next—it’s fluff snowing across your living room like a festive explosion…
Ever notice your dog turning the water bowl area into a puddle zone? To stop it happening, no splash dog water bowls seem like the obvious solution. It’s not always the case though… For some dogs, it’s simply play. Splashing around can be a sensory game, especially in young or high-energy dogs. In other cases,…
Crates keep dogs contained but they don’t have to be a holding pen. For dogs that whine, bark, howl, pace, and even try to escape, what you need isn’t just a way to contain your dog, but a way to teach a dog to relax when you’re not around. That way, you can go about…
Okay, let’s clear up the confusion right away: short-haired dogs shed. Yup, even those cute pups with almost skin-tight coats let loose some fur. It’s a common surprise for many new dog owners who expect a low-maintenance pet, especially if they’re used to long-haired breeds pelting their sofas with fluff. Now, I’m gonna break it…
Shorthaired dogs often get a reputation for being “low maintenance,” but the dog grooming benefits they enjoy — like better hygiene, healthier skin, and stronger bonds — apply just as much to them as to longhaired breeds. Brushing, nail trims, and quick check-ins on their skin and ears can make a huge difference in the…
If this is your first dance with a Staffy pup, take it from someone with two of them – You absolutely need to know how to calm a Staffy pup down. I call it “Quiet Time Training”, and it’d likely work with any dog breed. I only have experience with Staffies and can say that…