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Get health advice from vets and specialists, from major medical stuff to everyday pet wellness.

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Can Dogs Actually Get the Common Cold?

Youre sneezing, blowing your nose and stocking up on Lemsip. But is your pup at risk of catching your cold?

routine care

Want to ace everyday pet wellness? Get tips on vet check-ups, vaccine schedules, preventative care, DIY remedies, and more.

a picture of q chihuahua looking timidly at a candle

Is it really worth it to have your home smell like a ylang-ylang lavender jasmine explosion?

French Bulldog at a veterinarian surgery being examined by two vets

Breeding Frenchies needs real consideration

Close-up of a Merle coated Greyhound dog laying in the lap of their pet parent on the bed

Ninety percent of cases occur between November and May

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conditions & treatments

The medical stuff is stressful. Get expertise on common (and not-so-common) health issues, from causes and symptoms to the latest treatments for pets.

Woman stretching her leg on a park bend with her white dog

Yes, but there’s a catch

Close up of a dog's nose user a leaf

Is a parched nose a cause for concern?

French Bulldog at a veterinarian surgery being examined by two vets

Breeding Frenchies needs real consideration

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skin issues & allergies

Casual scratch? Weird paw lick? Seasonal allergies? Fleas? We’ll help you decipher all the pet skin issues.

brown french bulldog sat in sand

New online tool tackles French Bulldog breeding issues

Close-up of a Merle coated Greyhound dog laying in the lap of their pet parent on the bed

Ninety percent of cases occur between November and May

Two women, one in scrubs, crouch down next to a fluffy grey dog

10% of pet parents won't get their dogs regular check-ups – here’s why that‘s a mistake.

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grooming

Pet grooming? Not always glamorous. Get DIY nail-clipping tutorials, bath-time tricks, and celeb groomer tips to keep your pet looking (and feeling) good.

A afghan hound standing in the woods with long silky hair.

If your dog could choose their shampoo, it would probably be Eau de Fox – but these are the next best thing

Dog lying in the sun

They just can’t get enough

a woman in an apron grooms a long hair dashaund

When well-being is just as important as aesthetics

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safety

Get tips on pet-proofing your digs, keeping your pets warm (or cool) through the seasons, and avoiding all the toxic stuff… like toys, plants, and everything else they try to eat.

a picture of a white bull terrier lying in the grass with a pine cone between their front paws

Watch out for these on wintry walks

a picture of q chihuahua looking timidly at a candle

Is it really worth it to have your home smell like a ylang-ylang lavender jasmine explosion?

French Bulldog at a veterinarian surgery being examined by two vets

Breeding Frenchies needs real consideration

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holistic vet care

Check out the latest alternative pet care treatments, like massage techniques, herbal remedies, and other not-so-traditional therapies.

brown french bulldog sat in sand

New online tool tackles French Bulldog breeding issues

red head woman and dog cuddling on a bed

What pet parents need to know about canine behaviour

Dog lying in the sun

They just can’t get enough

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Emergencies & First Aid

Learn who to call for pet emergencies, how to know when a pet injury is an emergency, and other emergency care advice to help in a pinch.

French Bulldog at a veterinarian surgery being examined by two vets

Breeding Frenchies needs real consideration

Close-up of a Merle coated Greyhound dog laying in the lap of their pet parent on the bed

Ninety percent of cases occur between November and May

a picture of an old dog lying in a patch of sunlight

If the time is right, it’s OK if they’re still having ‘good’ days

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dental health

Wonder how often you really need to brush your pet’s teeth? Here’s everything you need to know about caring for their pearly whites.

a golden retriever looks at the camera with a chew in their mouth

It’s not just because they’re yummy

a picture of a speckled greyhound with their mouth open and their tongue hanging out

It’s not just the smallies who need regular brushing

Two women, one in scrubs, crouch down next to a fluffy grey dog

10% of pet parents won't get their dogs regular check-ups – here’s why that‘s a mistake.

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